We are recruiting for a Finance Manager position to fill one current vacancy within the Finance Department. The role supports the City’s operating and capital improvement budgets, payroll, long‑term forecasting, procurement, financial reporting, accounting, and related functions. POSITION The Finance Manager plays a key leadership role within the Finance Department, supporting day‑to‑day operations such as managing the City’s operating and capital improvement plan budgets, payroll, long‑term financial forecast, purchasing & contracts, financial reporting, accounting, and other functions. DEFINITION Under general direction, plan, organize, manage, and support the staff and daily operations of the Finance Department—including financial transaction analysis, reporting, and record‑keeping; conduct professional accounting work to ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards; administer the City’s accounting system; and provide complex and responsible support to the Director of Finance. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Director of Finance and exercises direct supervision over supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is a management classification responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the staff, operations, and activities of the Finance Department. Incumbents perform specialized and complex work involving significant accountability and decision‑making responsibilities, including budget administration, program evaluation, policy recommendation, and performance management. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Plan, manage, oversee, and support the daily functions of the Finance Department’s budgeting and accounting activities. Participate in the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities. Assist in department budget preparation, funding determinations, and compliance with budgeted funding. Develop and standardize procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness, assess workload and reporting relationships, and recommend improvements. Recruit, train, motivate, and evaluate personnel; address deficiencies; and implement discipline and termination procedures. Prepare and manage requests for proposals, evaluate proposals, negotiate contracts, and administer contracts for professional services. Coordinate and analyze citywide operating budget, capital plan, payroll, purchasing, debt management, treasury, grant management, and general accounting functions. Analyze long‑term financial plans, including operating and capital budgets, monthly budget to‑actual reviews, and forecasting. Establish, recommend, and manage financial policies and procedures across general accounting, procurement, debt, investment, grant, and capital asset management. Maintain and reconcile ledgers, reports, and accounting records; approve journal vouchers and perform end‑of‑year accounting processing. Prepare complex financial reports, statements, and schedules, including State Controller reports and internal audits. Assist in the City’s annual audits by preparing schedules and worksheets. Prepare and present agenda reports and correspondence; present reports to commissions, committees, and boards. Conduct organizational and operational studies; recommend modifications to programs and policies. Serve as a liaison with other city departments, agencies, and committees; provide staff support to commissions and task forces. Attend professional meetings; research emerging products and innovations for the City. Monitor regulatory and technological changes; implement policy changes after approval. Investigate and respond to difficult issues and complaints; report findings and take corrective action. Direct the establishment and maintenance of official division files. Ensure staff compliance with City safety rules and regulations. Perform other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered qualifying. Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field. Five years of management or administrative experience; at least two years in a managerial capacity, preferably in a municipal setting. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Ability to travel to meetings, trainings, site visits, and special events throughout the City; reliable vehicle transportation required. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation, including a state and federal fingerprint‑based check (Live Scan), driving records screening, and a non‑safety pre‑employment physical and drug screening exam. KNOWLEDGE OF Administrative and program development principles, including goal setting, evaluation, and project management. Budget development, administration, and public agency finance practices. Employee supervision practices and training procedures. Leadership principles and team interaction techniques. Federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures. Municipal fund accounting and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). CalPERS and California pension law, Public Employees’ Retirement Law, and Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act. Revenue forecasting techniques and methods. Record‑keeping principles and state‑of‑the‑art reporting. Communication protocols with agencies, constituents, contractors, and the public. Employee productivity tools and modern business equipment. Customer service techniques and public expectations. ABILITY TO Plan, organize, and oversee staff and operations of the Finance Department. Develop and implement goals, policies, procedures, and work standards. Administer large, complex budgets; allocate resources cost‑effectively. Provide administrative, management, and professional leadership. Train and mentor staff; evaluate performance objectively. Interpret labor agreements and workplace regulations. Improve operational processes, methods, and policies. Analyze financial information and identify problems. Prepare financial analyses and reports. Represent the department and City in meetings with agencies, groups, and businesses. Maintain filing, record‑keeping, and tracking systems. Use technology, software, and modern equipment effectively. Communicate clearly in oral and written forms. Use judgment, prudence, and tact within policy limits. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting, operate a motor vehicle, and handle objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role is primarily sedentary with occasional standing and walking required. Vision, hearing, and speech are required for reading, communication, and telephone use. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Work occurs in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature, and no direct exposure to hazardous substances. Interaction with staff and the public may require managing upset or difficult individuals. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The City of Murrieta is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment practices are administered in a manner that ensures applicants are not subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), marital or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, disability, or any other basis that is inconsistent with federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr