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Application Deadline extended until Monday, June 29, 2026

Please submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three professional references with your application.

THE POSITION

The successful candidate for Director of Finance & Administrative Services will bring a proven breadth and depth of financial management experience to the position. Appointed by and reporting to the City Manager or their designee, the new Director will lead a staff of 35 in the management of accounting, cash management, revenue collections, business licensing, utility billing, purchasing, payroll, budget, and information technology. Bringing supervisorial and leadership experience, the Director will have an opportunity to continue to build and enhance the department team as it faces future retirements. The Director will offer recommendations and solutions to the City Manager and will advise the City Council on long-term financial planning on policy matters. Working collaboratively with other members of the executive team and staff, the Director will take a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for new ideas, creativity, innovation, and technological advances. In addition, the Director will foster a team approach of customer service and problem solving as well as a culture that accepts and embraces change. Exceptional communication skills and a strong desire to provide superior services to both internal and external customers are critical. The Director will be comfortable in an organizational culture that welcomes input, engagement with, and participation of the community. The city utilizes a two-year, budget and currently faces budgetary challenges due to changing CalPERS retirement costs and laws, decreased tax revenues, and other structural issues. The Director will work closely with the City Manager, executive team, and staff in order to address these issues, identify necessary solutions, and facilitate highly efficient services and programs to the community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree, and desirably a Master’s degree and CPA, in accounting, public or business administration or a related field. In addition, progressive executive level responsibility is desirable in finance administration, accounting, auditing, budget administration, purchasing and risk management, long-range financial forecasting, debt and investment strategies, and labor negotiations. Experience with information technology and computer software systems is highly desirable.

This is an excellent career opportunity for individuals who have a breadth of financial management experience in various agencies as a division head, Deputy Director, or Director. While experience in municipal finance is highly desirable, a combination of public and private sector experience is acceptable as well. 

Department: Ethics Commission
Job class: 0951-Deputy Director I
Starting salary range: $131,924.00 - $168,454.00 (Range A)
Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

Appointment Type 

Permanent Exempt: Permanent exempt (PEX) position; individuals who are appointed to Exempt Positions are appointed at the pleasure of their appointing officer and are considered to be "at-will".

Specific information regarding this recruitment process are listed below:

• Application Opening: April 9, 2025
• Application Deadline: Continuous, earliest close 5:00 p.m. May 7, 2025
• Compensation Range: Range A compensation for this classification is between $131,924 and $168,454
• Recruitment ID: RTF0155723-01081660

About the Commission: The San Francisco Ethics Commission was created by the City’s voters with the passage of Proposition K in November 1993. Our mission is to practice and promote the highest standards of integrity in government. We achieve that by shaping and promoting compliance with the laws and by delivering impactful programs that promote fair, transparent, and accountable governmental decision making for the benefit of all San Franciscans. The Ethics Commission is responsible for the independent and impartial administration and enforcement of laws related to campaign finance, public financing of candidates, governmental ethics, conflicts of interest, and registration and reporting by lobbyists, campaign consultants, permit consultants, and major developers.

The successful candidate should expect to perform their duties in a hybrid work environment with at least three days onsite per week per current City policy. Additionally, any City employee may be called in for Disaster Service Work duty or to work onsite with 24-hours’ notice.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Deputy Director will oversee department-wide administrative operations and strategic initiatives including organizational planning, program performance, budget development, financial accounting, procurement, contracting, human resources, recruitment, and other administrative functions. This role will supervise three staff members in the Operations Division and closely collaborate with other staff to achieve the Commission’s strategic goals.

The Deputy Director must be willing to forego involvement in all local political activity while a member of the Commission staff and publicly file an annual Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential duties of the position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Establish and implement departmental goals, policies, and strategic plans as directed by the Executive Director.
• Develop and maintain a broad understanding of the Commission’s laws, policies, programs, procedures, and operations.
• Oversee daily administrative operations of the department including financial management, procurement, accounting, payroll, and related office operations.
• Effectively plan, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the work of direct reports.
• Manage the department’s hiring initiatives including tracking vacancies, producing hiring-related documents, coordinating recruitment functions with staff and DHR, and supporting onboarding activities.
• Manage the department’s HR and personnel functions and lead initiatives to promote staff engagement and professional development.
• Direct the department’s annual budget development process by working with Commission staff and City stakeholders to get necessary funding approved through the City’s budgeting process.
• Track ongoing spending using the City’s financial systems and monitor adherence to the approved budget.
• Manage the department’s contracting needs and establish internal procedures and documentation for related business processes.
• Design and implement standardized workflows, procedures, documents, and tools for the Commission’s departmental business processes. Identify ways to improve business processes using automation.
• Establish effective metrics that inform the department’s operations and programmatic work in a data-driven manner. Develop processes to generate and track performance measures broadly across functions for leadership and staff, using automated tools in collaboration with the technology division.
• Manage services from other departments to support the Commission’s operations and serve as a liaison for departments and other stakeholders.
• Prepare management reports, annual reports, agency publications, and financial reports to provide regular progress updates regarding departmental goals and operations. Provide presentations at Commission meetings as needed.
• Maintain information on the Commission’s website, including budget, operational reports, and Commission information, in compliance with the City’s language access and digital inclusion standards.

• Support Commission-related operations including assisting with public meetings and onboarding new Commissioners.
• Act on behalf of the Executive Director when requested to provide business continuity for other programmatic and business functions.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of sensitive information obtained through the course of completing assignments while working comfortably in an open government environment.
• Maintain and retrieve documents, records, and correspondence in accordance with established procedures for data retention and records requests.
• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships that foster an inclusive work environment and constructive problem-solving.

• Demonstrate sound independent judgment and the highest standards of integrity in carrying out duties.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, AND
• Two (2) years of managerial experience in governmental ethics, campaign financing, and/or lobbying laws and regulations, all of which must include supervisory experience.

Substitution: Additional experience as described above may substitute for the required degree on a year for year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.

Desired Qualifications

• A Master's degree in public administration, business administration, public policy, or a closely related field of study, or a juris doctor degree.

• Two or more years of demonstrated experience with public sector management, budgeting, financial accounting, procurement, contracting, and/or recruitment functions.
• Experience in the fields of campaign finance and governmental ethics.
• Experience working objectively, efficiently, and effectively under strict deadlines and highly visible, sensitive, or politicized settings.
• Extensive knowledge and expertise in organizational policies, systems, and issues in a government setting.
• Proficiency with computers and software applications, including with Microsoft Office tools, electronic filings systems, collaboration and project management tools (SharePoint, MS Teams, Jira or similar), financial & accounting systems, digital signature tools (DocuSign or similar), and content management systems (WordPress or similar).
• Familiarity with data analysis skills including advanced Excel, PowerBI, Tableau, or other statistical/analytics tools. Comfortable working with complex datasets and databases.
• Strong leadership and management skills and experience working effectively with diverse stakeholders in fast-paced, sensitive, and politicized settings.
• Ability to operate as an effective tactical and strategic thinker.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with excellent presentation and organizational skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility in handling changing circumstances in dynamic work environments.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, exercise initiative, and complete multiple competing projects within established timeframes while also ensuring accurate, high-quality work products.

Verification

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

The stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

Selection Procedures: The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited to participate in the next stage of the selection process. The stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: 

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Veterans Preference
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit https://careers.sf.gov/ and begin the application process.

• Select the “Apply Now” button and follow instructions on the screen
• Upload a Resume
• Upload a Cover Letter

A complete application must include application, cover letter and resume. Failure to include all three will result in disqualification.

Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu, @smartalerts.info, and @smartrecruiters.com).

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Human Resources Analyst Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please send your inquires to Nikki Chew, Sr. HR Consultant at nikki.chew@sfgov.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Ensure Accuracy. Strengthen Accountability. Support Smart Decisions.

The City of Orinda is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative accounting professional to join our Administrative Services team as a part-time Accountant working approximately 20 hours per week. This position provides key support to the Senior Accountant and plays an important role in maintaining the City’s financial integrity through accurate recordkeeping, reporting, and analysis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional seeking a flexible, part-time role in a high-performing, service-oriented municipal environment.

What You’ll Do
Under general direction, the Accountant performs a variety of professional-level accounting duties in support of the City’s financial operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Performing day-to-day accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger review
• Supporting accounts payable and payroll processing to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Reviewing financial transactions for proper coding and available budget
• Preparing financial reports, summaries, and supporting documentation
• Assisting with budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, and fiscal analysis
• Participating in the file preparation of required State and Federal financial reports
• Assisting with audits, special projects, and process improvements
• Maintaining and reconciling fixed asset records, including depreciation tracking

Why Join Orinda?
The City of Orinda is a small, collaborative organization committed to excellence in public service. This part-time role offers meaningful work, a supportive team environment, and flexibility for work-life balance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS (Summary)

All City of Orinda employees are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s core values including serving the public, being respectful and accountable, maintaining professionalism, and demonstrating responsibility. Minimum qualifications for the position are noted below.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
• Two (2) years of professional accounting experience
• Public sector experience is desirable
• California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

Ability to work in a standard office environment and ability to travel to different sites and locations.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit a completed application, resume, and cover letter via CalOpps.org by:

5:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2026.

The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a competitive selection process which will include a practical test and oral panel interview. Final candidates must successfully pass a background check and pre-employment screening.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
 
The City of Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with Federal law, the City of Orinda will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should submit a request for accommodation with the application.  Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
 

The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Senior Fiscal Analyst in the State Budget unit of the Budget Services Sacramento office.

The Senior Fiscal Analyst provides advanced, complex, and specialized analytical and technical budget support to the Judicial Council Facilities Services Capital Outlay program. This position provides fiscal oversight for capital outlay projects and manages the ongoing project close-out activities. Fiscal oversight responsibilities include analyzing and preparing statewide budget reports for management, controlling capital outlay appropriations, reviewing and coding requisitions, preparing and reviewing Capital Outlay budget change proposals (COBCPs), reviewing the updated five-year capital outlay plan, and managing the bond sale process. The position conducts monthly fiscal forecasting for each project by appropriation, line item, and category of expense, that are completed three times a year for every project. The position is also responsible for ensuring project compliance with appropriation availability periods, recommends reappropriations when needed, forecasts cash flow to ensure cash flow loans remain sufficient and advises Facilities Services staff on project scope, cost, and budget changes during the bi-monthly budget meetings with Facilities Services management.

This position prepares and review materials required by the State Public Works Board and the Department of Finance for the ongoing phases of Capital Outlay projects, including memos, fiscal displays, and agenda items. These package submissions are done approximately eight times annually. The role also updates and escalates project costs for Executive staff to support accurate advocacy for project funding. In addition, the position manages the twice-yearly bond sales process, a 3.5 month cycle involving extensive preparation, detailed bond document review, meeting participation, and coordination with the Judicial Council Facilities Program, Department of Finance, the State Treasurer’s Office, Judicial Council Legal services, and the tenant courts. The position also prepares and reviews budget documents and fiscal displays containing Capital Outlay budget data for inclusion in the budget galley, published three times per year, and provides backup support to other areas within the State Budget Unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare complex technical budget documents associated with the development of Judicial Branch’s annual budget in accordance with Department of Finance Budget Letters and other guidelines.
• Develop and maintain budget reports and memos, tables, and trackers.
• Review and preparation of SPWB project action package and interface with DOF staff.
• Prepare and review COBCPs and other fiscal documentation to build budget galley.
• Project manage interim cash flow loans and bond sale process for the inclusion of the judicial branch in statewide bond sales for new money and refinancing of current debt.
• Prepare documentation and consult with the Facilities Program to understand cash flow needs of each capital outlay project to ensure successful completion of capital outlay projects. Support Facilities related activities.
• Track legislative budget hearings and budget enactment.
• Coordinate tracking and review of legislation impacting the branch and prepare fiscal analyses for proposed legislation as assigned.
• Meet with Facilities Services management bi-monthly to brief them on fiscal issues of concern for the program.

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The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Senior Fiscal Analyst in the State Budget unit of the Budget Services Sacramento office.

The Senior Fiscal Analyst provides advanced, complex, and specialized analytical and technical budget support to the Judicial Council Facilities Services Capital Outlay program. This position provides fiscal oversight for capital outlay projects and manages the ongoing project close-out activities. Fiscal oversight responsibilities include analyzing and preparing statewide budget reports for management, controlling capital outlay appropriations, reviewing and coding requisitions, preparing and reviewing Capital Outlay budget change proposals (COBCPs), reviewing the updated five-year capital outlay plan, and managing the bond sale process. The position conducts monthly fiscal forecasting for each project by appropriation, line item, and category of expense, that are completed three times a year for every project. The position is also responsible for ensuring project compliance with appropriation availability periods, recommends reappropriations when needed, forecasts cash flow to ensure cash flow loans remain sufficient and advises Facilities Services staff on project scope, cost, and budget changes during the bi-monthly budget meetings with Facilities Services management.

This position prepares and review materials required by the State Public Works Board and the Department of Finance for the ongoing phases of Capital Outlay projects, including memos, fiscal displays, and agenda items. These package submissions are done approximately eight times annually. The role also updates and escalates project costs for Executive staff to support accurate advocacy for project funding. In addition, the position manages the twice-yearly bond sales process, a 3.5 month cycle involving extensive preparation, detailed bond document review, meeting participation, and coordination with the Judicial Council Facilities Program, Department of Finance, the State Treasurer’s Office, Judicial Council Legal services, and the tenant courts. The position also prepares and reviews budget documents and fiscal displays containing Capital Outlay budget data for inclusion in the budget galley, published three times per year, and provides backup support to other areas within the State Budget Unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare complex technical budget documents associated with the development of Judicial Branch’s annual budget in accordance with Department of Finance Budget Letters and other guidelines.
• Develop and maintain budget reports and memos, tables, and trackers.
• Review and preparation of SPWB project action package and interface with DOF staff.
• Prepare and review COBCPs and other fiscal documentation to build budget galley.
• Project manage interim cash flow loans and bond sale process for the inclusion of the judicial branch in statewide bond sales for new money and refinancing of current debt.
• Prepare documentation and consult with the Facilities Program to understand cash flow needs of each capital outlay project to ensure successful completion of capital outlay projects. Support Facilities related activities.
• Track legislative budget hearings and budget enactment.
• Coordinate tracking and review of legislation impacting the branch and prepare fiscal analyses for proposed legislation as assigned.
• Meet with Facilities Services management bi-monthly to brief them on fiscal issues of concern for the program.

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The Housing Authority is seeking an exceptional, team-oriented candidate to oversee projects and initiatives in support of the Alameda Housing Authority (AHA)’s affordable housing development and neighborhood revitalization programs in the City. This may include new construction development, acquisition and rehabilitation of properties, and development for projects for AHA’s nonprofit development affiliate, Island City Development. AHA’s pipeline of multifamily projects includes serving family, homeless, workforce, and senior populations and managing major renovation of occupied properties within AHA’s portfolio. The Senior Project Manager will also manage a wide range of consultant relationships and may supervise one or more junior staff.

AHA is particularly interested in applications from candidates with a strong track record in successful management of affordable real estate development and housing new construction, and familiarity with various related federal, state, and local regulations. Desirable candidates will be knowledgeable about zoning and environmental regulations 
related to affordable development, experienced with development and administration of consultants and contracts, and have experience with public, private and non-profit affordable housing funding sources such as the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, Project based Section 8 and Tax-exempt bonds.

This is an exempt, at-will position. The Authority operates on a 9/72-hour biweekly schedule and is closed every other Friday.

To apply, submit a:

• Resume, and
• Cover letter stating why you are interested in and qualified for the position (two pages maximum)
• Supplemental questions (two pages maximum)

Your resume and cover letter must be emailed to tpgco@aol.com with the subject line: Senior Project Manager – Employment Application

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA THE AHA WEBSITE 

https://www.alamedahsg.org/working-with-aha/careers-at-aha/

If you need a reasonable accommodation under the American with Disabilities Act, please contact the 
Housing Authority office at hr@alamedahsg.org. 

The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda is an Equal Opportunity / ADA Employer

The City of Auburn is accepting applications for a Finance Analyst! This is an opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team while staying sharp on the latest governmental accounting requirements and accounting software solutions.

The Finance Analyst will focus on interpreting and implementing GASB pronouncements, maintaining the accuracy of general ledger and trial balance accounts, approving receivables and payables, forecasting revenues and expenditures, budget development, management of cash, debt, and capital assets, and continual education on the job.

Key Recruitment Details

• The Right Fit: The ideal candidate will bring government experience, have excellent analytical, auditing, and adaptability skills, and be a positive member of a small, supportive team.

• Timeline: Open until filled, apply early to ensure consideration. The first review of applications will be May 22, 2026, with the selection process anticipated for early June.

• Selection Process: The process will include interviews, and may include other related assessments.

• Start Date: The position is pending final budget approval, anticipated to start in July 2026.

Please note that meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview; we will move forward with the candidates whose qualifications best match the role's specific needs. The selected candidate must pass a background check, including reference and live scan checks, and may include other related screenings.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  To request a reasonable accommodation for the examination process, please contact Human Resources at (530) 823-4211 ext. 146 at least five business days before your scheduled exam.

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Finance Director, the Finance Analyst supervises and/or performs highly responsible, complex, sensitive and professional level accounting and financial work in support of the City's various financial activities. Areas of responsibility may include, but are not limited to preparing financial statements, reviewing fiscal records, and monitoring financial transactions in accordance with prescribed accounting systems and generally accepted principles of accounting, auditing and budgeting. Duties include programmatic general accounting (general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll), budget planning and development, verifies balances, and adjusts accounts and journal entries; prepares various fiscal reports; coordinating and assisting with the annual audit, project management and other administrative analysis activities in the Finance Department and providing information and assistance to City staff and the general public, to perform duties requiring special knowledge; and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the advanced journey level in the Finance series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within the series, including detailed analysis of financial transactions and forecasting and may provide direct supervision over assigned personnel. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Balances and reconciles general ledger accounts; prepares adjusting journal entries and monthly bank reconciliations. Maintain accounting, financial, and statistical records; post information to ledgers, journals, logs, and reports; total and balance figures; proof data and make corrections as required; prepare, reconcile, balance, and submit a variety of periodic and special reports.
•  Supervises the maintenance and analysis of general ledger accounts, and other account subsystems such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, revenues and utility billing subsystems.
• Assist in the preparation, analysis and review of estimated revenues, reimbursements, expenditures, fund balances and other budgetary accounts.
• Participate in the design, testing and implementation of new technology systems and processes.
• Utilize various computer programs; enter and maintain data; generate reports from a database or in-house system; create spreadsheets and generate reports using spreadsheet software; create documents using word processing software.
• Identify and resolve problems, differences, and inconsistencies between accounting records and computerized reports; determine corrective entries involved in maintaining accounting controls and reconciling differences.
• Obtaining information from various departments to compile the activity and year-end balances for various funds; performing analytical review of activity in each fund.
• Process accounts receivable; prepare statements for City services, rental, and lease obligations, receive, process, and balance payments received; input data; audit accounts receivable; prepare and process bad debt collections.
• Process accounts payable; review invoices and claim documents received from various departments; input information into computer system; review and analyze check registers and transaction reports; distribute checks including to match remittance documents to payments; file documents and reports.
• Develops and documents accounting procedures by reviewing and determining impact of new accounting and auditing standards; assisting with implementation of accounting and auditing procedures and standards; incorporating changes in financial reporting standards into individual fund and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report templates; and communicating changes in standards and impact of changes to other staff.
• Substantiates or resolves complex financial transactions by analyzing and auditing materials, revenue streams, transactions and documents; reconciling statements and transactions; using initiative and sound independent judgment on difficult procedural problems; and reviewing the work of assigned personnel to determine accuracy of accounting records.
• Coordinate and participate in ACFR and Annual Audit Processes: Prepares in the preparation of annual financial reports including, but not limited to, the Annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR) and the City’s annual audit; review, reconcile and prepared notes to the financial statements, supporting work papers, and other reports; respond to audit inquiries from external auditors and other governmental agencies as necessary.
• Assists in the development of long-term financial forecasts, the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports, collects data to support department analytical functions and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Assist public at service counter and record revenue receipts through operation of cash register; prepare and complete daily revenue deposits including to balance cash drawer, code data input documents, and sign checks with check signer; contact fiduciaries to coordinate investment transactions completed by the City Treasurer and Finance Director.
• May administer and oversee the business licensing fee function for the City by coordinating the collection of business licenses fees, verification of transaction information, computation of charges and refunds, preparation and mailing of invoices; notification to customers of delinquent accounts and insufficient payments coordinating licensing activities with the public, other departments and other agencies; and updating of licensing records by collecting, calculation, and entering data, audition records and entering changes.
• Assist in recording payroll entry and PERS retirement contributions.
• Coordinates and assists in developing and implementing the City’s fiscal budget.
• Schedules budget preparation tasks to meet established deadlines; coordinates budget related matters with departments and provides training and guidance when necessary.
• Evaluates the budget during the execution and implementation phase; identifies variances requiring corrective action; recommends appropriate correction action.
• Reviews and approves purchase requisitions and budget transfers.
• Coordinates the development of the 5-year Capital Improvement Program publication, including but not limited to, document project management, department communications, template structure design and development, schedule development and financial analysis.
• May assist in grant accounting; type statistical schedules and reports; assemble and copy documents.
• May assist in ensuring 1099s are properly prepared.
• Coordinate debt, debt activities, debt schedules and interfund loan activities for the City and other City authorities; participate in debt issuance and financings; analyze debt and work with City departments on debt related matters.
• Provide public assistance at the counter and over the phone; answer questions and provide information; research problems and prepare necessary adjustment; collect payments as necessary.
• Perform special analyses and reports as required by the City Council, management staff, and outside agencies; audit petty cash funds; update general ledger and verify fund balances; reconcile bank accounts.
• May perform general supervision of subordinate Finance Department staff.
• Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of: Financial and accounting theory; financial analysis and reporting methodologies (e.g. regulatory reporting); basic accounting principles, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), government accounting standards and principles; general business practices in a government environment; principles, procedures, and methods used in the performance of complex clerical and technical accounting duties including those involved in payroll, business and dog licensing, accounts payable, accounts receivable and assisting in budget preparation and monitoring; principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting; principles and practices of report preparation; mathematical principles; modern office procedures, methods, and related computer equipment and software applications; principles and practices of customer service; proper phone techniques and etiquette; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including those governing the establishment, maintenance, and keeping of financial data; policies, procedures, and functions of the City’s Finance Department.

Ability to: Perform a variety of diversified and difficult financial and statistical record keeping duties in support of payroll, business and dog licensing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and/or assisting in budget preparation and monitoring; accurately receive and process information and documents according to established guidelines and procedures; collect, compile, and research information and data; review and interpret accounting transactions and records; analyze data and draw sound conclusions; create and maintain a variety of spreadsheets, financial records, and files; prepare a variety of financial and statistical reports; reconcile various financial statements and balance as necessary; apply the rules of modified and full accrual accounting to assignments; understand, interpret, and apply principles, laws, and procedures involved in fiscal record keeping and accounting functions; provide customer service and deal tactfully and courteously with the public, other City employees, and other agencies; perform mathematical calculations; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications; type and enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance; enter and retrieve data from computer systems; use 10-key adding machine by touch; work independently in the absence of supervision; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Work is performed in a standard office setting. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. The position requires vision sufficient to see in the normal visual range with or without correction, and to read computer screens and printed documents; as well as hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

The Housing Authority is seeking a team-oriented candidate to plan and manage the asset management function of the Housing Authority’s real estate portfolio including the housing assets owned by AHA’s affiliates. The Senior Asset Manager conducts financial, physical and regulatory performance review; develops and monitors capital needs assessment programs; and reviews, recommends and implements financing or refinancing schemes at multi-family and tax credit properties, in addition to providing highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Directors of, Housing Development and Property Operations. The Senior Asset Manager may supervise one or more junior staff.

AHA is particularly interested in applications from candidates with a strong track record in various aspects of the affordable housing industry including finance, development/rehabilitation, management and related real estate issues with an emphasis on asset management and financial and regulatory analysis. The successful candidate will be team-oriented with the ability to move projects forward and help position AHA’s portfolio for longevity and financial sustainability in the challenging Bay Area housing market.

This is an exempt, at-will position. The Authority operates on a 9/72-hour biweekly schedule and is closed every other Friday.

To apply, submit a:

• Resume, and
• Cover letter stating why you are interested in and qualified for the position (two pages maximum)
• Supplemental questions (two pages maximum)

Your resume and cover letter must be emailed to tpgco@aol.com with the subject line: Senior Project Manager – Employment Application

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA THE AHA WEBSITE 

https://www.alamedahsg.org/working-with-aha/careers-at-aha/

If you need a reasonable accommodation under the American with Disabilities Act, please contact the 
Housing Authority office at hr@alamedahsg.org. 

The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda is an Equal Opportunity / ADA Employer

Location: San Francisco or Sacramento

The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Fiscal Supervisor for Budget Services.   

The Fiscal Supervisor over the Court Budget Unit (CBU) in the Budget Services office plans, organizes, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff responsible to support all aspects of budget development and implementation for the 58 trial courts. The Supervisor oversees the development of allocations and distribution of $3 billion annually to the trial courts and manages other budgetary processes and programs that support court operations. The Supervisor oversees the preparation of trial court financial documents and required reporting; provides technical fiscal assistance to the courts; reviews funding requests to ensure compliance with statute, budget authority, and Judicial Council policy; and related assignments for court leadership, Budget Services management, and the Judicial Council’s Executive Office. This position directs the work and staff activities that support the Trial Court Budget Advisory Committee (TCBAC) and various TCBAC subcommittees and work groups.

This position works independently with limited supervision and interacts with court leadership including presiding judges, court executive officers, local fiscal court officers, advisory committee and subcommittee members, leadership and management from other Judicial Council offices, and all units within the Budget Service office. 

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