FINANCE MANAGER (FULL-TIME)

Job Description:

FINANCE MANAGER (FULL-TIME)

Description

The City of Santa Fe Springs Finance & Administrative Services Department is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Finance Manager. This is a full-time, exempt position represented by the City of Santa Fe Springs Management and Confidential Employee's Association, with a 4/10 work schedule (Monday-Thursday).

The Finance and Administrative Services Department manages the recording and reporting of financial transactions of the City and its related entities and is responsible for safeguarding the City's financial resources in accordance to the law. The department provides administrative support to the City Council and City Manager and provides the following services to the general public and City employees: accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, business license, payroll, purchasing, warehouse, and water billing services.

POSITION PURPOSE:
Under general direction, the Finance Manager administers and oversees finance, accounting, treasury, and debt administration functions within the Finance & Administrative Services department; provides general and specific direction to subordinate employees; provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Finance and Administrative Services; and serves as a member of the City's Management Team.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives general direction from the Director of Finance and Administrative Services.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, technical, and clerical staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Held in Common:
Supports the mission of the City and its elected and appointed officials. Provides courteous and timely service to the public as the ultimate employer.Works cooperatively with other City employees.Exhibits integrity and displaying ethical behavior. B. Essential Job Specific Duties: Provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Finance and Administrative Services in the areas of finance, accounting, treasury, and debt administration.Assists in the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.Directly supervises staff and may act as Department Director in the absence of the Director of Finance and Administrative Services to other City departments, elected officials, and outside agencies.Ensures compliance with legal record keeping requirements according to accepted accounting procedures; ensures that accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll transactions are verified, processed, and recorded; manages the city's financial systems.Oversees preparation of financial reports including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), and various annual and special reports, in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.Ensures fulfilling of state and federal financial reporting requirements; assists in managing treasury and investments.Performs related duties as required.

REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the jobs essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles, practices, and theories of accounting and financial reporting.
• Generally accepted governmental accounting practices and standards.
• Mathematical principles applied to financial record keeping and analysis.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Modern and complex principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Advanced principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Modern office procedures and equipment including computers.
• Word processing, spreadsheet, and other related software applications.

Ability to:

• Provide professional leadership and direction.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical journals and reports, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and members of the community.
• Prepare business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Present information clearly and concisely to individuals and groups.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of supervisory and technical personnel.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing effective and efficient services.
• Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner.
• Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions and project consequences of proposed actions; implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Work collaboratively as a member of the city's management team.
• Make effective public presentations.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Work with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Operate and use modern office equipment.
• Effectively organize and prioritize assigned work.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position. A typical way to obtain these would be:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration or related field. A Master's degree and possession of a State Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is desirable.*
  • In lieu of a degree, additional work experience or other formal training in finance or a closely related field and supervisor practices is acceptable.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in finance or a closely related field plus two (2) years of administrative and supervisory experience. Municipal experience is highly preferred.
• A valid State of California Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is primarily performed indoors.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.
• Hazards are minimal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Walk, stand, and bend.
• Push, pull, and reach overhead and above shoulders.
• See well enough to read documents and operate office equipment.
• Lift and move up to 25 pounds.

NEPOTISM POLICY:
Relatives may be appointed regardless of the designation of full or part-time classification. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be excluded from applying for a vacancy if one or more of the following criteria exist: 1) The appointment of a relative would place one in a supervisory capacity directly over the other 2) The appointment would create a situation in which it is conceivable personal gain for one could be obtained by the actions of the other 3) The appointment would create a situation where performance or non-performance of either would have a direct effect upon the performance of the other 4) The appointment would create a situation where the confidentiality of either could be compromised. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. "Relative" shall be defined as: mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild, spouse, domestic partner, step mother, step-father, step-sister, step-brother, stepchild and step grandchild.

HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants are required to complete and submit a City Application online. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must first create an account first.

METHOD OF SELECTION:
Selection may be based upon an application review, a performance examination and evaluation, and a structured interview. Appointment will be contingent upon a criminal record check and physical examination, including a drug screen.

ACCOMMODATION:
If you require special testing and/or interview accommodation due to a physical, mental, or learning disability, please call the Human Resources Office at (562) 409-7530 at least 5 days prior to the scheduled date.

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Closing Date/Time: 1/28/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$120,568.32 - $157,314.36 Annually