Fiscal Manager

City of Louisville, KY

$87K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or Public Administration or related discipline.
  • Six years of experience in finance, accounting, or budget preparation and analysis.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and grant compliance processes.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills for team development and management.
  • Ability to manage complex grant portfolios and financial operations.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and evaluate assigned staff, addressing employee concerns.
  • Coordinate and review departmental work, establishing schedules and standards.
  • Develop and implement continuous improvement procedures for financial operations.
  • Represent the department in interactions with external agencies and vendors.
  • Evaluate policies and programs for effectiveness; recommend improvements.
  • Foster a culture of empowerment within the team for operational efficiency.
  • Oversee grant financial operations and ensure compliance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Group life insurance and supplemental options available.
  • Paid sick leave, vacation, and holiday pay.
  • Tuition assistance program for employees seeking further education.
  • Paid parental leave and childcare assistance for working parents.
Full Job Description
Salary: $87,505.60 Annually
Location : 517 Court Place, Louisville, KY 40202, KY
Job Type: Full_Time
Job Number: 15903
Department: OMB - Finance
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to develop operational strategies and priorities to align Metro's financial resources with its strategic plan. Manage the overall budget development and implementation process and related budget document production and reporting requirements.
This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

The Fiscal Manager for Grants will oversee grant financial operations. Key responsibilities include staff supervision, grant compliance, Single Audit coordination, and financial reporting, including SEFA preparation and review. Successful candidates will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles, the ability to oversee complex grant portfolios and related financial activities, and demonstrated leadership skills to support and develop a high-performing team.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
  • Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
  • Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
  • Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates continuous improvement procedures.
  • Represents the department to other agencies, contractors and vendors.
  • Evaluates programs, policies and procedures for effectiveness and recommends modifications and improvements.
  • Fosters a culture of empowerment and ownership to resolve issues and improve operations.
  • Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates continuous improvement procedures and reviews within department and throughout Metro.
  • Supervises and coordinates various research projects relating to OMB and Metro's strategic plan.
  • Works directly with staff to determine whether policy, legal, or financial issues can be resolved within existing policies and procedures.
  • Provides additional training and guidance to existing staff as well as developing a training system for newly hired personnel.
  • Would oversee a functional area such as budget, contracts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, or departmental relationship management.
  • Serves as a liaison to the OMB management team or any ad hoc committees to resolve systemic issues either within OMB or throughout the enterprise.
  • Performs related work as assigned.


Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or Public Administration or related discipline.
  • Six (6) years of finance, accounting, budget preparation, budget analysis, procurement, program compliance, payroll, revenue collection, financial analysis experience.

EQUIVALENCY
  • An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Must provide one's own source of transportation.
  • Must be able to work mandatory comp time during certain periods of the calendar year.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
  • Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
  • None.


STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.
Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Full Time Regular
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Term Life
• Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
• 457 Deferred Comp
• Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Adult Benefits
• Childcare Assistance
• Free TARC Use
• Paid Parental Leave
Part Time - 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week
• Vacation (pro rata)
• Sick Leave (pro rata)
• Holiday Pay (pro rata)
Part Time - Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week
• Ineligible For Benefits
Temporary Positions
• Ineligible For Benefits
Interns
• Ineligible For Benefits
01

Do you have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or Public Administration or related discipline?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have six (6) years of finance, accounting, budget preparation, budget analysis, procurement, program compliance, payroll, revenue collection, financial analysis experience?
  • Yes
  • No

03

Are you able to provide your own source of transportation?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Are you able to work mandatory comp time during certain periods of the calendar year?
  • Yes
  • No

05

Do you possess and can you maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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