Summary
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2023, McKinney was named one of the top workplaces in DFW by the Dallas Morning News. Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That’s why we exist.
OUR CORE VALUES City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).
SUMMARY OF POSITION The Airport Financial Analyst is responsible for conducting research, analyzing data, evaluating processes, and developing strategies and recommendations for airport business operations. Duties performed are particularly in the areas of cost management, asset replacement, performance benchmarking, monitoring and measuring data, utilization and optimization, process improvements, detailed analytical reporting and forecasting, and tracking and trending production. The position will support the airport’s regulatory compliance and safety measures and manage basic legal, financial and budgetary functions. The position will also assist the airport management staff with administrative support of the daily oversight of airport and FBO operations and provide customer service with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
Essential Functions/Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Analyzes financial impacts associated with the airport and FBO operations.
- Assists airport management with forecasting and developing the annual budget, including requests, transfers, amendments, expenditures, and monitoring the divisional and department budgets.
- Monitors budget performance, develops financial metrics, and conducts financial analysis of information.
- Performs high-level, complex analysis of budgets, revenue projections, economic indicators, financial plans, and financial trends and forecasts.
- Develops and distributes monthly financial reports of airport and FBO expenditures, revenues, and changes in financial status.
- Performs benchmarking analyses on key performance indicators, including special studies to implement quality service and operational improvements.
- Assists in developing departmental performance metrics and strategic financial plans.
- Assists in developing airport strategic goals and tracking the progress of those goals throughout the fiscal year.
- Develops pro-formas and forecasting models for future airport capital improvement projects.
- Reviews capital budgets for conformance with the Capital Improvement Plan, and assists with funding, contract documentation, change orders, and payouts on the capital improvement projects.
- Oversees grant reporting and project administration requirements by following requirements of approved project grants, submitting documentation and status reports, and communicating with grant administration offices and project managers regarding funding and other issues.
- Drafts professional service contracts, lease agreements, grant applications, contract amendments, and sole source memos and uploads them to DocuSign for approval.
- Drafts staff reports, resolutions, and ordinances for various airport projects and coordinates with the City Secretary’s office for City Council’s approval.
- Assists airport management staff to schedule, coordinate, and prepare exhibits and documents for FAA, city council, and community presentations.
- Conducts research and analysis, and issues recommendations for special projects at the request of management.
- Monitors and interprets lease agreements with various vendors/tenants and initiates changes for management and legal review.
- Calculate CPI adjustments for multiple hangar and land leases with varying schedules and frequencies.
- Assists with issuing new and renewable tenant leases, reconciles and prepares monthly billing statements, invoices tenants for hangar leases, tie-down, office rentals, recurring charges, and special services.
- Assist with processing adjustments/credits and refunds of security deposits as appropriate and prepares daily/weekly deposits for all leased sites, hangars, and offices.
- Manages and coordinates vendor quotes, purchase orders and requisitions in accordance with the city’s financial policies. Generates purchase orders to obtain goods and services from suppliers and verify divisions are using contact pricing.
- Verifies incoming shipments for quality, quantity, and accuracy, and completes purchasing processes by requesting change orders, inputting invoices into the City’s ERP system, and submitting receiving reports.
- Updates various airport policies, procedure manuals, and reference materials.
- Interprets the Airport’s Minimum Standards and Rules and Regulations. Answers related questions and responds to inquiries from tenants and airport users.
- Updates the FAA Aircraft Data Base, operational and fuel reports, and SAP strategy reports to include various leases and rents, fuel flowage volumes, aircraft operations, and US Customs activity.
- Provides based aircraft and lease data to Collin County Appraisal District for tax purposes and develops airport-specific ad valorum tax reports for distribution
- Coordinates information exchange between numerous other airports in the DFW area to help determine industry rates and fee metrics.
- Maintains and analyzes GIS database and maps.
- Coordinates with the Webmaster for updates and current departmental information on the airport’s website.
- Acts as the department’s main point of contact for all IT issues and provides assistance with computer software training within the department.
- Performs specialized and complex administrative, financial, and purchasing duties for special purpose aeronautical supplies, equipment, and services.
- Maintains office records and electronic filing systems and coordinates with the City Secretary regarding files and records administration.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: - Builds queries and pivot tables, utilizing proficient Excel skills.
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS - Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and information.
- Ability to exercise independent judgement to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variation in assigned objectives.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and Microsoft Operating Systems.
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
- Exercise sound judgement, decisiveness, and creativity in various situations.
- Knowledge of purchasing laws and city purchasing policies.
- Knowledge of maintaining and analyzing GIS database and maps.
- Skill to analyze/interpret data and information while recognizing interactive effects and relationships.
- Skill in analyzing business processes and policies and creating recommendations for improvement.
- Skill in analyzing complex processes and prescribing and formulating remedial policies and programs.
- Ability to organize, prioritize work, maintain a steady workflow and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work under time pressures and problem solve.
- Ability to take the initiative and drive innovation for systematic change and continuous improvement.
- Ability to communicate and deal effectively with employees, managers, tenants, airport users and others.
- Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers and customers with respect.
- Ability to build professional relationships with internal staff and external customers.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable, especially during times of change.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute. Bachelor’s degree in airport management, business, finance, accounting, public administration, or closely related field and three (3) years of experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Master’s degree preferred.
- Commercial airport or similar experience preferred.
- ACE or CM certification from American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) preferred.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must have Class C Texas Driver’s License
Physical Demands/Supplemental
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (25 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require visual and sound perception and discrimination and oral communications ability.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Essential functions are regularly performed within an office environment.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
The City offers a full complement of benefits:
Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Medical and Childcare Account (FSA)
- Mental Health Care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- City-paid and VoluntaryLifeInsurance
- City-paid and VoluntaryLong Term Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
Additional Benefits - Legal Services through Legal Shield
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year)
- Wellness Program (earn up to $600 per year)
Retirement - Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- Mandatory 7% employee contribution
- City match 2:1
- 5 year vesting
- Retire after 20 years of service, or age 60 with 5 years of service
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
Paid Time Off (PTO) - Paid Vacation (80 hours per year for new hires; tieredincreases after 2 yrs)
- Sick Leave (135 hours per year for yourself and immediate family)
- Paid Parental Leave (80 hours for birth, adoption, or placement of a child in foser care)
- Ten Paid Holidays
- Personal Day
- Optional compensatory time for hourly employees
- Compensatory time for salaried employees
For more detailed information, please see the City of McKinney's summary of benefits .
Closing Date/Time: 5/6/2024 5:00 PM Central
