Business Manager
$85,000–$88,400 year
HybridSomerville, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Conduct in-depth revenue projection analysis and forecasting incorporating construction trends, permitting activity, and seasonal variability. Perform detailed cost analysis on variable expenses including overtime and union-related payouts while tracking expenditures, revenues, and encumbrances. Oversee the City's permitting platform, manage cash receipts, and perform regular account reconciliations to ensure compliance. Develop recommendations for fee schedule updates and standardize internal business processes across Infrastructure divisions. Coordinate financial oversight of capital projects, support grant management, and assist in preparing capital improvement plans. Analyze billing data to identify discrepancies and prepare detailed reports for management. Hybrid work schedule available with a minimum of three days in the office per week.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of five (5) years' experience of progressively responsible experience in financial management, municipal finance, or business-related operations
- Thorough knowledge of municipal utility operations, billing systems, and financial management
- Strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles and municipal budgeting practices
- Familiarity with permitting operations and associated financial workflows
- Demonstrated experience in revenue forecasting, fee analysis, and cost modeling
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines related to utility billing
- Ability to develop and implement effective billing procedures and operational improvements
- Ability to analyze complex data, prepare reports, and make recommendations for improvements
- Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and work collaboratively across departments
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and utility billing software (e.g., Munis or similar product)
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to apply judgment in addressing financial issues and discrepancies
- MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) clearance
- Completion of Conflict-of-Interest Law Education training for municipal employees
- Hybrid work schedule available with a minimum of three (3) days in office per week
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with permitting systems, enterprise funds, or public works/infrastructure departments
- Munis (municipal finance/billing software) experience
- MCPPO certification
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