Finance Director

Definition Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Overview Under direction of the City Manager, the Finance Director will plan, organize, direct, and manage the City’s finance, accounting, purchasing and budget preparation. The Director will assist the City Manager by developing and administering management information systems; administering City grants; coordinating personnel and labor relations functions; administering insurance programs; advising on fiscal issues; supervising staff in the Finance Department; and performing related duties. The Director also serves as a Disaster Service Worker (FLSA Status: Exempt). Distinguishing Characteristics This is the top‑level executive management classification for the position, responsible for managing and directing the services and functions of the City Finance Department and serving as the primary fiscal advisor to the City Council, City Manager, and City staff. Reports to: City Manager Classifications supervised: All classifications in the Finance Department, including professional, technical, and administrative support staff, or as assigned. Essential Functions The Finance Director plans, organizes, manages, and directs the City financial services functions, oversees fiscal planning, accounting, internal control, and audit functions, and plays a major role in the budget development process. The Director oversees the collection and disbursement of City funds, participates in employee organization meetings, supervises purchasing, manages the day‑to‑day banking and investment program, administers leases and insurance programs, reviews management information system issues, directs the preparation of fiscal reports and financial statements, works with external auditors, maintains cash flow and revenue records, ensures compliance with revenue sharing and grant programs, monitors investments and Treasury reports, and represents City finance functions to citizens, community organizations, and other agencies. The Director attends night and weekend meetings as required. Knowledge of Principles of governmental finance, budgeting, and accounting. Principles, methods, and practices of accounting, auditing, and financial record keeping. Budget development, administration, and expenditure control. Data processing methods, equipment, and principles. Purchasing methods, policies, and procedures. Financial research and reporting. Centralized warehousing and distribution of equipment and supplies. Laws, rules, regulations, and policies affecting public agency finance and fiscal reporting. Techniques of financial and management analysis. Uses of computers and computer applications in professional fiscal work. Principles of management, supervision, training, and employee evaluation. Ability to Collect financial data, analyze it objectively, present it clearly, and prepare sound recommendations and reports. Devise and install improvements in financial record keeping systems and in management information systems. Plan, organize, and supervise the work of clerical and accounting personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public agencies and organizations. Plan, organize, manage, and direct the City’s financial and administrative services functions. Plan, manage, and oversee centralized data processing and computer information systems. Provide supervision, training, and work evaluations for staff. Provide fiscal consultation to elected officials, management, and staff. Develop and administer grants. Typical Physical Requirements Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and fax. Typical Working Conditions Work is performed in an office environment, with frequent contact with other staff and the public. Training and Experience Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in financial analysis and accounting work, including three (3) years in financial management or supervisory capacity in a public finance municipality. Completion of advanced educational training in finance, accounting, economics, or closely related subjects is highly desirable. Education Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree in public or business administration, or Certified Public Accountant (CPA), is highly desirable. License Valid California driver’s license. Benefits We offer a complete benefits package to full‑time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation, life insurance, long‑term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For additional information, email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr