Budget, Financial & Performance Manager

Job Title

Budget, Financial & Performance Manager

Position Summary

Plans, directs, manages, and oversees the City's annual budget process, long-range financial planning, revenue forecasting, and organizational performance management initiatives. Integrates financial analysis with performance metrics to ensure resources are allocated strategically and aligned with City Council priorities and community goals.

This position serves as a key advisor to executive leadership on fiscal sustainability, service delivery efficiency, and policy impact analysis. The Budget, Financial & Performance Manager supervises budget analysts and performance staff and plays a critical role in shaping the City's financial strategy.

Examples of Work

Budget Strategy & Financial Planning

• Lead development of the annual operating and capital budgets, including executive recommendations and Council presentation
• Develop multi-year financial forecasts, revenue projections, and scenario modeling to support long-term sustainability
• Evaluate fiscal impact of policies, initiatives, and capital investments, including oversight of the CIP

Financial Oversight & Reporting

• Monitor budget-to-actual performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
• Prepare executive-level financial and performance reports, including support for ACFR and audits
• Provide analytical support for staffing, service levels, and strategic decision-making

Performance, Policy & Governance

• Implement performance-based budgeting, including KPIs, dashboards, and program evaluation
• Develop and maintain financial policies, ensuring compliance with laws and best practices
• Strengthen internal controls, transparency, and accountability across the organization

Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness

• Lead, develop, and hold accountable budget and performance staff
• Foster a high-performing, collaborative culture with strong analytical capability
• Drive cross-department coordination to ensure alignment with City priorities

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee budget systems and ERP functionality, including enhancements and integrations
• Streamline budget development and reporting processes for efficiency and accuracy
• Leverage data analytics and tools to improve decision support and operational insight

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of governmental accounting (GAAP/GASB), municipal budgeting, fund accounting, capital planning, and public-sector financial policy
• Advanced expertise in financial modeling, multi-year forecasting, revenue analysis, and performance measurement frameworks
• Strong analytical capability to evaluate complex financial and operational data, conduct cost analysis, and support strategic decision-making
• Proven leadership and communication skills, including developing staff and presenting complex financial information to executive leadership and City Council Proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, and data visualization tools, with the ability to manage priorities, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality

Education, Experience, or Certification

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Economics, or related field
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal budgeting, financial analysis, or governmental accounting
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience

Supplemental Information

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Administration, Finance, or related field
• Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
• Experience in municipal government budgeting
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Tyler Munis, Incode, SAP)
• Experience preparing or contributing to Distinguished Budget Award submissions

Employee Benefits

The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 300 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.

Medical Plans (Three Options)

UnitedHealthcare - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)

• Plan Type: High Deductible Medical Health Plan
• Provider: UnitedHealthcare
• Deductibles:
• Single: $2,000 annually
• Family: $4,000 annually
• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
• Single: $4,000 annually
• Family: $8,000 annually
• Additional Details:
• Employee pays dependent premiums
• Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Provider: H.S.A. Bank
• Features:
• Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
• Contribution Limits:
• Employee only: $4,300 (IRS Limit)
• Employee & Family: $8,550 (IRS Limit)
• Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
• City Contributions:
• Employee only: $1,250
• Employee & Family: $2,250
• Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee

PPO Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare
• Deductibles:
• Single: $1,000 annually
• Family: $2,000 annually
• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
• Single: $3,000 annually
• Family: $6,000 annually
• Prescription Drug Co-pays:
• Generic: $10
• Preferred: $40
• Non-Preferred: $80

HMO Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare
• Deductibles:
• Single: $1,000 annually
• Family: $2,000 annually
• Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
• Single: $4,000 annually
• Family: $8,000 annually
• Prescription Drug Co-pays:
• Generic: $10
• Preferred: $45
• Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

DHMO Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare
• Features:
• No deductible
• No annual maximum
• Member co-pay depends on the procedure

PPO Plan

• Provider: UnitedHealthcare
• Features:
• $1,500 per person annual maximum
• $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision