Director of Finance
Yuba City
·Yesterday
- Salary
- $151k – $184k/yr
- Location
- CITY HALL - 1201 Civic Center Blvd., Yuba City, CA
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Director
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
Under administrative direction, the Director of Finance plans, organizes, manages, and provides direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Finance Department including general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, information technology, annual budget preparation, treasury, cash and debt management, utility billings, parking citations, business licensing, and collections; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, elected officials, outside agencies, and the public; and provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the City Manager in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.
The City of Yuba City is located in Sutter County, adjacent to the beautiful Feather River and at the base of the Sutter Buttes, the smallest mountain range in the world. Located just 40 miles north of Sacramento, Yuba City is the agricultural, economic and social center of the Yuba-Sutter Region. The area offers excellent outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, water skiing, hunting, biking, horseback riding, and is within comfortable driving distance of the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and other recreational areas. The City is the perfect mix of urban convenience and small town charm. A historic downtown and modern shopping facilities make shopping convenient and a pleasure.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration or a related field. A CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CPFO (Certified Professional Finance Officer), or Master’s degree is highly desirable.
Experience:
Seven (7) years of recent and progressively responsible municipal senior management experience that includes significant participation in budgetary development/administration, accounting systems development and maintenance, financial planning and reporting, cash management/investments, and/or accounting/fiscal operations. At least five (5) years of the required experience must have been at the supervisory or management level.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record to be maintained throughout employment.
The information above is a brief summary of job duties. Please visit www.yubacity.net for additional information regarding this position and employment with the City of Yuba City.
- You must demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
- Please complete ALL sections of the application. A resume or other supplemental materials may be attached to your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application. Blank applications that reference "see resume" will be disqualified. Your resume and supplemental materials will not be considered as part of the initial screening process.
- Be sure to review your application prior to submission. No new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
- Application materials are the property of the City of Yuba City and will not be returned.
- It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number and email address. Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.
Selection Process
The minimum qualifications as stated in this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:
- Oral Panel Interviews
- Department Interviews
Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 – 12 weeks for successful candidates.
Final candidates must pass pre-employment screening which may include:
- Criminal Background Check
- Reference Check
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Yuba City does not discriminate on the basis of sex, religion, race, color, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of service. Veterans, women, minorities and the disabled are encouraged to apply. EOE.
The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance so such aids or services can be arranged. TTY users may contact Human Resources at (530) 822-4732.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
Questions
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Yuba City. If you have questions regarding this job announcement or the application process:
- For a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the NEOGOV application process, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide
- Visit the City of Yuba City website: www.yubacity.net/jobs
- Email the Human Resources Department at [email protected]
- Call the Human Resources Department at (530) 822-4610
- Visit City Hall: 1201 Civic Center Blvd, Yuba City, CA 95993
Skills
Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivableCPA