Finance Manager

City Of San Clemente • San Clemente, CA

417d • $150,197 - $182,562

About The Position

The City of San Clemente is seeking a skilled and collaborative leader to serve as its next Finance Manager. This role is pivotal in maintaining the department's tradition of excellence, focusing on best practices in public sector finance, and providing technical assistance to the City's executive leadership team. The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring fiscal accountability, and guiding a small team of accounting professionals.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices including GAAP.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present complex information in a non-technical manner.
• Experience working effectively with elected and appointed officials.

Nice To Haves

• Experience implementing an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Proven track record of introducing innovative solutions in finance.

Responsibilities

• Provide collaborative departmental and organizational support.
• Anticipate finance-related challenges and opportunities.
• Present complex financial information in an informative manner.
• Oversee financial operations and ensure fiscal accountability.
• Guide, mentor, and develop a small team of accounting professionals.
• Implement innovative solutions and strategies in public finance.
• Manage the transition from the current ERP system to a new one.

Benefits

• Full-time position with competitive hourly wage ranging from $72.21 to $87.77.
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful coastal community with a high quality of life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees