Financial Manager (ERP and Special Projects)

Full-time position available with the Finance Department, Accounts Division, located at 414 E. 12th St.
Salary Range: $7,268-$10,902/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. *Telework available 1 day a week after probationary period
Application Deadline Date: January 29, 2026


Responsibilities

• Serves as project business lead for the finance modules of the City's ERP system implementation by coordinating project resources, maintaining project plan timeline, identifying and documenting risks and potential barriers to project success, collaborating with internal and external resources to identify and implement solutions, communicating with project teams and stakeholders, and leading project to completion on-time and within available resources.
• Collaborates with external systems integration consultant on project implementation; seeks to implement internal process improvements and best practice adoption as part of the transition to new ERP system.
• Works with key project stakeholders on creation and implementation of change management plan; actively monitors and addresses barriers related to change resistance; ensures long-term success of new system implementation
• Oversees business support of legacy ERP system to ensure uninterrupted day-to-day operations during new system transition; supervises a team of senior analysts responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting of various modules of current ERP system; maintains system business configuration and liaisons with technical analysts on fix implementation and validation testing as needed.
• Directs troubleshooting ticket workflow; oversees system access management; implements controls to ensure system access integrity and preserve confidentiality and security of sensitive data.
• Oversee the planning and execution of key processes, including year-end closing of books, annual external audit of financial statements and internal controls by a third-party auditor, and preparation of the City's annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) at the direction of the City Controller; these are highly collaborative projects that require coordination of resources from multiple teams across different divisions and departments.
• Supervises Accounts Payable team and manager responsible for accounts payable, supplier database maintenance, required IRS reporting, unclaimed property management, and related support processes.
• Provides regular communication and support to department fiscal officers to ensure City financial processes are followed and controls are adhered to.
• Directs the analysis of existing financial systems and the research and development of new financial systems and associated procedures.
• Maintains an awareness and involvement in related local, state and federal legislation including the review, analysis and preparation of state and local legislation.
• Collects and analyzes data and other information to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of divisional activities.
• Performs related duties and special projects as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related subject area; and 5 (OR an accredited Master's degree in the mentioned fields and 3) years professional experience of a progressively responsible nature in corporate or municipal finance including but not limited to accounting, banking, billing and collections, debt and investment portfolio management, financial reporting, development review, and projecting and monitoring tax and fee activities, including 2 years' experience managing financial projects and/or programs.


Other Information

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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