Assistant Finance Director
THE CITY OF PORTERVILLE INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR
Assistant Finance Director
SALARY: $7,469 - $9,113/Month
DEFINITION: Under direction, assists in the management of the Finance Department; plans, organizes and direct varied accounting and financial processes; performs professional accounting work; acts in the absence of the Finance Director; performs related duties as required.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Performs accounting tasks associated with the preparation, processing and maintenance of the City’s financial records and reports. Assists in the preparation and development of the City’s annual budget, monitors expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as necessary. Responds to customer questions and complaints regarding a variety of situations and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations. Manages and supervises the work and activities of subordinate employee engaged in a variety of tasks. Directs the preparation and distribution of financial reports. Prepares audit schedules and assists in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Plans, develops and implements procedures including work standards to ensure proper documentation and accountability in the fiscal practices of the City. Performs and/or coordinates the conduct of internal audits and reviews of financial transactions. Conducts special studies and prepares related reports, as assigned by the Finance Director. Represents and supports the policies and procedures established by the City Council and City Manager, and Department Heads.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, public financing, business or public administration and three years of professional accounting experience in municipal financing or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of accounting and auditing; governmental cost accounting and reporting procedures; financial management application software; laws and regulations which pertain to governmental accounting, budgeting and internal auditing; financial statements and year-end reporting requirements; current methods, of accounting, financial record keeping, and municipal budgeting; supervision practices.
Ability to:
Apply accounting and auditing principles and analyze financial reports; plan, organize and supervise the work of clerical accounting staff; analyze unusual situations and resolve through application of City policy and/or requisite knowledge; establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, peers, subordinates, and the general public; understand, interpret, and apply laws and regulations; communicate effectively in writing.
CONDITIONS: Generally clean work environment with limited exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, odors, and noise. A computer is used on occasional basis. Some travel by car may be required to attend meeting outside of normal business hours. Long hours including evening and weekends may be occasionally required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Driver's License.
SELECTION: Screening will consist of a competitive assessment of relevant education, training and work experience to be followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral
Board to determine the most qualified candidates. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to an interview and the decision of the screening committee is final. Those candidates who are determined eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City’s Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable. The City reserves the right to alter the testing process, as needed, without notice.
SPECIAL CONDITION: Candidates recommended for hire will be required to undergo a background fingerprint check and a pre-employment physical with a drug screening.
The City of Porterville is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you believe you need accommodation under the ADA in the testing process for any position for which you intend to apply, please contact the Human Resources Division at (559) 782-7441 to request such accommodation. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability or medical condition, Acquired Immune Deficiency (AIDS/HIV) or AIDS related conditions, political affiliation, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital or domestic partner status, gender identity, parental status, veteran status, height, weight, or any other basis protected by law.
