Finance Director
$163.51k - $198.74kCPS HR Consulting
Salary: $163,508.00 - $198,744.00 Annually
Location : Capitola, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: ES - 2659
Department: Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
About the Position
The is seeking a strategic and grounded Finance Director to lead all financial operations, oversee fiscal policy, and ensure the financial integrity of an organization serving over 5,000 families each year. This position reports to the Deputy Executive Director and oversees all functions of the Finance Department. The Finance Director will lead a team of supervisory and professional accounting staff, supporting the agency's $170 million budget and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate is a values-based leader with a strong background in public sector finance and accounting. They are collaborative, analytical, and forward-thinking. Someone who can maintain fiscal controls while supporting long-term agency growth and innovation. Someone who will serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, and Board of Commissioners, playing a key role in strategic decision-making and organizational leadership. Education & Experience
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities may be considered. A typical candidate will have:
Supplemental Information
Please go to our website to view the full brochure and submit your application:
For further information contact:
Debbie Gutman CPS HR Consulting
Please see job announcement for details.
Location : Capitola, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: ES - 2659
Department: Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
About the Position
The is seeking a strategic and grounded Finance Director to lead all financial operations, oversee fiscal policy, and ensure the financial integrity of an organization serving over 5,000 families each year. This position reports to the Deputy Executive Director and oversees all functions of the Finance Department. The Finance Director will lead a team of supervisory and professional accounting staff, supporting the agency's $170 million budget and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate is a values-based leader with a strong background in public sector finance and accounting. They are collaborative, analytical, and forward-thinking. Someone who can maintain fiscal controls while supporting long-term agency growth and innovation. Someone who will serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, and Board of Commissioners, playing a key role in strategic decision-making and organizational leadership. Education & Experience
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities may be considered. A typical candidate will have:
- At least five years of increasingly responsible experience in public sector accounting, auditing, or budgeting
- A minimum of three years of experience in a supervisory or fiscal management role
- A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or a related field (a master's degree is preferred)
- Familiarity with HUD programs, Moving to Work, Housing Choice Vouchers, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits is a plus
Supplemental Information
Please go to our website to view the full brochure and submit your application:
For further information contact:
Debbie Gutman CPS HR Consulting
Please see job announcement for details.
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