Job Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth  - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion  - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits  - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The City of Philadelphia – Department of Aviation offers an engaging and vibrant work environment. The Department, operating as a fully self-sustaining city enterprise fund, manages Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Philadelphia Northeast Airport (PNE). As one of the nation’s busiest airports, PHL is the main airport for the 7th largest U.S. metropolitan area. Currently, the Department is undergoing significant expansion of its airfield and passenger facilities as part of its Master Plan. For more information about the Department of Aviation and the airport, please visit  .

Our Mission:  Proudly connecting Philadelphia with the world.

Our Vision:  World-class global gateway of choice.

Our Values:

• P eople First - Our employees, stakeholders and passengers.
• R espect - To ourselves, our customers and our environment.
• I ntegrity - We hold ourselves responsible for what we do, say and think.
• D iversity – Purposefully inclusive and accepting of all.
• E xcellence - We hold ourselves to the highest standards of service, innovation, and efficiency. 

With over 700 employees and more than 18,000 badge holders, the Department has won numerous awards for quality, diversity, and innovation and is recognized nationally for its outstanding food, beverage, and retail programs.

Job Description

Position Summary

This position manages and coordinates the treasury activities of the Airport System to ensure sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment needs. The Airport Treasury Manager is responsible for performing a wide range of analytical work related to the Airport’s bond transactions and other financing instruments. This position reports to and works closely with the Director of Capital Finance to ensure compliance with bond ordinances, airline and other party agreements, as well as federal regulations.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate funding source reconciliations, forecast cash flows, manage borrowings and investments, and ensure sufficient liquidity for operational and capital needs.
• Ensure bond covenant compliance, report on finance metrics, and manage relationships with financial stakeholders (financial advisors, airport consultants, bond and disclosure counsel).
• Coordinate the filing of annual continuing disclosure reports and material event notices.
• Foster banking relationships acting as primary investment money manager liaison.
• Cultivate credit rating agency relationships providing data for annual surveillance and bond issuance. 
• Manage guest, investor and rating agency presentations and tours of the Airport.
• Oversee grant and debt financing activities, Official Statement preparation, and related document review.
• Maintain treasury control policies, prepare the Sinking Fund budget, and coordinate the rates and charges impact of capital expenditures for compliance with airline approvals, Passenger/Customer Facility Charge (PFC/CFC) regulations, and grant awards.
• Monitor bond market conditions for optimal bond issuance timing, analyze borrowing proposals, and facilitate leadership decisions.
• Respond to investor inquiries providing clarification and explanation of financial results and the impacts of economic, aviation, and transportation trends.
• Maintain the posting of bond related information to the Airport website.
• Assist with requests for proposals (RFPs), including scope of work concerning financial advisory services, airport consulting fees, traffic and revenue consulting, and investment banking services.
• Update and prepare highlights of debt program data for inclusion in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Other duties as required.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled at managing all aspects of debt, including structure, budget, payments, transfers, bondholder relations, council agenda, and Official Statement preparation.
• Ability to analyze and execute timely drawdowns and cash transfers.
• Proficient in communicating financial information clearly in both written and verbal formats and delivering persuasive presentations using MS PowerPoint and Excel.
• Capable of building strong relationships within the organization and with external partners, investors, and advisors.
• Ability to link financial results to economic and operational indicators and quickly analyze inputs to reach logical conclusions.
• Experience performing data analytics and an ability to understand and explain variances while communicating financial information so that people of all levels can understand.
• Strong attention to detail in a dynamic environment and demonstrated problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical abilities.
• Effective at prioritizing short-term and long-term tasks, working independently, and managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and positive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• Municipal government and financial institutions experience a plus.
• At least 5 years of progressive finance or treasury experience that includes knowledge of debt management, capital markets, accounting, finance, and tax. Prior roles may include treasurer, deputy/assistant treasurer, accounting manager, senior analyst, or assistant controller.

Additional Information

TO APPLY:   Interested candidates must submit a resume.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

• Transportation : City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to [email protected].

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