- Salary
- $7k – $9k/mo
- Location
- Rancho Cucamonga City Hall, CA, CA, US
- Department
- Management
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
The overall mission of the Finance Department is to ensure fiscal stability, sound business advice, and reliable financial reporting to the departments, City, and community. We accomplish this by implementing leading practices in financial management, maintaining strong internal controls, and providing clear and complete financial information to decision-makers and stakeholders. The Department consists of five divisions to accomplish its mission: Finance Administration, Accounting, Budget, Procurement & AP, Payroll, and Special Districts.
In the Finance Department, our work directly impacts the City’s ability to deliver on its mission. We set high standards for accuracy, accountability, and results, and we foster a workplace where collaboration and professional growth are expected. We celebrate accomplishments, learn from challenges, and welcome team members who bring fresh ideas, strong expertise, and a drive for continuous improvement.
This position might be perfect for you if:
- You have strong skills in working with numbers and presenting them clearly.
- You can explain complex financial concepts in a way that’s clear to non-finance audiences.
- You’re approachable and collaborative, and you take pride in helping colleagues achieve their goals.
- You’re resourceful and creative when tackling challenging or unfamiliar tasks.
- You enjoy investigating data to solve problems, even when the answer isn’t immediately clear.
- You pay close attention to detail and understand the importance of accuracy.
- You lead with integrity, encourage teamwork, contribute to policy development, and support the City’s mission, vision, and values.
Reporting to the Management Analyst III and providing technical analytical support to the Finance Leadership Team, the major duties of the position include:
Essential Functions:
- Serves as a Finance Department budget liaison in directing and assisting department representatives with budget development, administration and implementation throughout the year to ensure adherence to established budget and financial parameters.
- Calculates and/or forecasts expenditures and revenues and costing estimates related to budget development.
- Develop revenue estimates for the annual budget and multi-year forecasts using historical trends, economic conditions, and department input.
- Monitor actual revenue against budget, investigate significant variances, and recommend forecast adjustments.
- Prepare revenue reports and explain trends to Finance leadership, Departments, and City management.
- Coordinate with departments to track fees, charges for services, grants, and other revenue sources.
- Support fee schedule updates and fee studies by analyzing collections, service costs, and proposed changes.
- Provides analysis of available funds upon management request; prepares fund balance projections and reviews with operating departments.
- Recommend improvements in budget procedures and processes; assists in the development and implementation of training as needed for budgetary procedures and processes.
- Provides functional and system administration support for budget and financial systems, including OpenGov and Workday; assists with system configuration, testing, reporting, troubleshooting, and user support.
- Other duties as assigned
For more information on this position please visit the job description here.
Education and/or Experience:
Graduation from college with a Bachelor's degree or coursework in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or a related field; and two years of responsible governmental administrative experience or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
Degree Substitution: Four years of experience in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or a related field; and two years of responsible governmental administrative experience or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
Special Requirements:
Depending upon assignment, possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record may be required.
Physical Demands
Frequent standing and sitting. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of items weighting up to twenty-five pounds such as files, stacks of paper, reference and other materials. Moving from place to place within the office; some reaching for items above and below desk level. Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal occasionally.
Working Conditions
Generally clean work environment with limited exposures to conditions such as dust, fumes, odors or noise.
Closing date is Monday, October 26, 2026, at 5:00 pm or until 150 Applications Have Been Received
Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. Resumes may be attached to completed application form as supplemental information but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will remain candidates until a final offer is accepted by the candidate who most closely meets the requirements of the City. The City may conclude that none of the candidates, even those who meet the minimum qualifications, are appropriate for the position.
Successful candidates shall be required to:
Complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America; Degree Verification and Provide proof of a valid California driver's license and be insurable; and Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until a mutual interest has been established.
The City of Rancho Cucamonga Participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In accordance, the City will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information regarding E-Verify, the Federal Government's online employment eligibility verification system, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Disclaimers
The City of Rancho Cucamonga is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In addition, the City of Rancho Cucamonga abides by a nepotism policy that may preclude you from being hired if the City employs a relative. The City of Rancho Cucamonga makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, considering each situation on an individual basis. Please make direct requests for accommodation to Human Resources. For information on Employee Rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act, please click here. There is a no smoking policy in effect in all City Offices and vehicles. Finally, please note that the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at [email protected]. Applicants may wish to visit the City's official website at www.cityofrc.us for more information.
Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at [email protected]. Applicants may wish to visit the City's official website at www.cityofrc.us for more information.