Division Manager Finance & Risk Management - Grants Division

Finance Grants Division Manager

Job Type : Unclassified

Job Classification : 1129 - Division Manager Finance and Risk Management

Salary Grade : 19

Pay Range : $105,892 - $158,849 Annually

Range Explanation :

Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

The first review of applications will be on 11 / 21 / 2025.

The Department of Finance & Risk Management is seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Grants Division Manager to lead and strengthen the County's grants accounting and compliance operations. In this key leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of grant financial management, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. You will guide a dedicated team of professionals responsible for grant accounting, reimbursement requests, drawdowns, and financial reporting, while partnering closely with departments to support effective use of grant funding. Your leadership will help shape policies that enhance transparency, streamline processes, and safeguard public resources. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by advancing operational efficiency and maintaining the highest standards of financial stewardship across the County's grant portfolio. Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills, along with experience in governmental accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, are essential to thrive in this role. Be part of a team committed to excellence in public service and fiscal integrity. Join us in supporting programs that strengthen our communityapply today!

This position is part of the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Essential Functions :

Plans, organizes, and directs the operations of a key administrative or support unit within the Department of Finance and Risk Management.

Coordinates fiscal and administrative activities with central service departments, including Finance & Risk Management, Procurement, Facilities Management, Human Resources, and others, ensuring alignment with organizational policies.

Oversees financial and administrative services provided to departments, such as accounting, budget preparation, accounts receivable, procurement, human resources, payroll, and risk management, while developing and implementing procedures to improve functionality and efficiency.

Prepares, administers, and monitors the support services budget and facilitates the development of departmental and divisional budgets.

Manages and mentors staff by assigning tasks, providing training, evaluating performance, and fostering professional growth.

Analyzes departmental processes, recommends innovative solutions, and implements improvements to enhance operational efficiency and resource utilization.

Leads cross-functional initiatives to address complex challenges, monitor compliance with regulations and standards, and enhance collaboration between departments.

Develops and delivers detailed reports, analyses, and presentations to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.

Evaluates and manages risks within the division's operations, implementing strategies to mitigate potential impacts on service delivery and organizational goals.

Serves as a key point of contact for interdepartmental coordination, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration across organizational units.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a closely related field as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND six years of directly related experience, which included two years of direct supervision of assigned staff.

(Additional relevant experience may be substituted.)

(A Master's degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of required experience.)

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.) :

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

Minimum five (5) years supervisory or management experience in grants accounting, financial compliance, or related governmental finance functions.

Minimum five (5) years experience managing grant financial reporting, reimbursement requests, or drawdowns in accordance with federal and state regulations.

Minimum five (5) years experience interpreting and applying Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) or other federal grant compliance requirements.

Selection Procedure : Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated / scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments / testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information :

Licenses and Certificates : Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items : The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical / Sensory Requirements : Repetitive wrist, hand, and / or finger movement. Ability to communicate clearly (verbal, written). Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Other physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions : The job involves consistent indoor work within an office environment, using equipment such as computers, copiers, and calculators.

EEO Information : Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.