Principal Accountant

Job Information Job Req ID: 866 Division: Budget Monitoring Salary Range: $184,205.00 to $184,205.00 Job Type: Unclassified Business Area: Department of Finance Personnel Area: Department of Finance Closing Date: 07/03/2026 Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Financial Operations Managers in the Department of Finance, the Principal Accountant is responsible for coordinating accounting, budget, disbursements, and financial reporting functions in the Department. This position leads the Budget Monitoring section and administers the citywide quarterly budget monitoring process. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or business administration or a related field; Two (2) years of progressively responsible management experience; Municipal government experience, accounting, and grant management experience are highly desired; Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying. Desirable Qualifications Experience in the preparation, administration, and monitoring of operating and/or capital budgets; A Master's Degree in a related field is highly desirable; Experience in Government Accounting and Reporting; Knowledge and experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning systems; Strong quantitative analytical abilities, including a thorough understanding of common data analysis tools and programs; Excellent writing and communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Ability to communicate complex and technical information in a simple, clear, and straightforward manner, including the use of graphs and tables as needed; Ability to communicate effectively to different audiences, including elected officials, various levels of City management, and members of the public; Ability to comprehend technical details and understand how they relate to and impact the big picture; Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with tight time constraints; Interest in municipal activities and services and how they impact the community; Highly ethical and objective, with the ability to navigate in a political environment without being political; Energetic and motivated with the ability and desire to take initiative. Equal Opportunity The City of San Diego has an active Equal Opportunity/ADA Program for employment and vigorously supports diversity in the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr The City of San Diego