Head of Budgeting, Finance, and Accounting | Leitung (w/m/d) des Sachgebiets Haushalts, Finanz- und Rechnungswesen
Wissenschaftsstadt Darmstadt
Job Summary
This leadership role involves heading a team of five within the Youth Welfare Office's Internal Administration department, specifically focusing on childcare facilities. You will be responsible for the comprehensive management of the Youth Welfare Office's budget, including strategic planning, implementation, and resource control. Day-to-day duties include advising senior management on financial resources, preparing reports for political decision-makers, and drafting municipal council templates. You will play a critical role in ensuring efficient fund utilization and supporting colleagues across various departments with financial expertise. This position is ideal for an experienced public administration professional looking for a secure, permanent role with family-friendly policies and a high degree of responsibility. The role offers a competitive salary under the German public service pay scale (TVöD/A 11) and provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial stability of essential youth and childcare services in Darmstadt.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration, Diploma in Public Administration (Dipl.-Verwaltungswirt/in), or a completed advanced training as a Certified Administrative Specialist (Verwaltungsfachwirt/in). Alternatively, a university degree (minimum Bachelor) in Public Administration, Public Management, or a comparable qualification.
Experience
- At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in budgeting and finance
- Proven professional experience in personnel and employee leadership
- Extensive experience handling complex budgetary and financial processes
- Professional experience in public administration or municipal government
Languages
Additional
- Must be eligible for the German higher intermediate civil service (Gehobener Dienst). The position requires screen fitness (Bildschirmtauglichkeit). Location is Frankfurter Straße 71, 64293 Darmstadt.
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