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The City of Belmont is looking for an experienced accounting professional for the position of Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager is a key member of the Finance Department’s accounting function. Under general direction of the Finance Director, the Accounting Manager administers the accounting function of the Finance Department by performing, reviewing, and analyzing complex technical accounting and financial management work for the City and its related joint powers agencies; participates in the development of department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; and oversees, maintains, and reports on financial records. Responsibilities may include direct supervision of major function containing professional, technical, and clerical positions.

Recruitment Timeline

First Review of Applications - April 28, 2025

First Round Interviews - Week of May 5, 2025

Department Interviews - Week of May 12, 2025

*Dates may be subject to change

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We are looking for a highly motivated, reliable, and skilled professional to take on the role of Senior Administrative Assistant. This is the advanced journey level classification within the Administrative Assistant series. This recruitment will establish a list to fill current vacancies in the City Clerk’s Office and the Finance and Administrative Services Department (FASD) in the Purchasing and Support Services division, as well as future vacancies in the Senior Administrative Assistant classification. If you excel in multitasking, communication, and enjoy collaborating, this position is for you! Review our detailed job description here.

As the Senior Administrative Assistant for City Clerk’s Office, you will primarily respond to Public Records Act Requests, exercising data management and critical thinking skills.

As the Senior Administrative Assistant for Purchasing, you will provide valued support to the Purchasing and Support Services Division, serving as the administrative backbone and face of the division.

The Essentials:

Senior Administrative Assistant – Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible administrative and clerical experience involving frequent public contact.
• Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade supplemented by coursework in office or business management.

Highly desirable – City Clerk’s Office:

• Related experience at a public agency or in a legal office
• Experience with records or data management software

Highly Desirable – Purchasing:

• Related experience at a public agency
• Experience with finance related tasks and/or software (Processing contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and updating a vendor database)

Are We a Match? :

What You’ll Do – City Clerk’s Office

• Take ownership over initiating responses to Public Records Act Requests
  • Coordinate with other City departments to ensure that requests are forwarded appropriately, applicable records are received, and the request response is on schedule
  • Understand each request, proactively identifying potential issues and requesting more information as necessary
  • Stay organized and ensure compliance with legal deadlines, following up with others as necessary
• Provide coverage for the City Clerk’s front desk in the absence of the Administrative Assistant – answering or directing inquiries by phone, email, and in-person
• Assist with other projects as needed, such as noticing and filing

What You’ll Do – Purchasing

• Utilize your knowledge of Purchasing and the team to answer inquiries or direct them to the appropriate Buyer.
• Manage communication with vendors daily, sending them purchasing orders, ensuring their receipt, and updating the vendor database. Assist vendors by answering or directing their inquiries and ensuring their compliance with document requirements.
• Model and improve upon your analytical and technical skills, working with Excel and Finance Enterprise (FE), amongst other systems, to ensure that records are well-maintained and accurate. Upload requisitions into FE.
• Exercise excellent customer service to internal facing customers, assisting other departments through phone, email, or in-person inquiries.
• Stay cool under pressure, ensuring that key deadlines are met and a fluctuating volume of workload is managed.

Work Schedule 

For both vacancies, the incumbent can expect to work onsite 5 days a week. With stellar performance there is the possibility for some hybrid flexibility later on.

Are we a Match? – Key Qualities

While there are two distinct and exciting professional opportunities within this classification, a successful finalist in either role can expect to possess the following skills:

• A keen attention to detail and ability to meet critical deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and technical skills – someone with the ability to discern how to best respond to inquiries and be technically savvy with software and data management.

Are we a Match? – City Clerk’s Office

In addition to the qualities listed above, you are…

• A critical thinker who is able to think on their feet.
• Detail-oriented with excellent reading comprehension.
• A clear and concise communicator.
• Diligent with meeting deadlines and not afraid to follow up with others for required information.

Are we a Match? – Purchasing

In addition to the qualities listed above, you are…

• Able to juggle various assignments in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills.
• Customer service savvy - you strive to help people and take initiative to find answers.
• Gifted at organizing and updating files, information, and data.
• Eager to expand upon your knowledge of applicable software programs.
• Cool under pressure and enjoy working collaboratively with a team.
• Prideful of your Excel and math skills.

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.

The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District is seeking for a dynamic and action-oriented Director of Tolls and Revenue Operations who will be responsible in leading the electronic revenue programs for the District that include the All Electronic Tolling (AET) program, Fastrak, Clipper, and parking program through technical enhancements, policies, contract negotiations, and representation of these programs on behalf of the District.

To Apply, visit us at http://goldengate.org/jobs

Application Review Dates:

1st Review Date:       March 24, 2025 (Monday)

2nd Review Date:      April 14, 2025 (Monday)

What You’ll Need

Education and/or Experience:

A combination of college level training and position related experience equivalent to:

Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public or Business Administration or related field from an accredited college or university. A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive supervisory experience in the field which includes position related experience in revenue programs, contract review and administration, project management and relevant legislative/administrative policy analysis. Possession of a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public or Business Administration or related field from an accredited college or university is highly desirable.

The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District is looking for a visionary and strategic Director of Budget and Financial Analysis who will be responsible for planning, organizing, and leading the preparation of the agency’s budget and participating in complex, sensitive, and detailed analytical work in the areas of budgetary, financial, grants, investments, regulatory, and administrative policy and/or contract administration. This role will be responsible for oversight of a wide variety of financial/statistical reports and complex financial analysis including financial forecasting, revenue projection, revenue analysis, modeling and cost/benefit analysis as well as interpret regulations for policy and financial impact on District programs.

To Apply, visit us at http://goldengate.org/jobs

Application Review Dates:

1st Review Date:       March 24, 2025 (Monday)

2nd Review Date:      April 14, 2025 (Monday)

What You’ll Need

Education/Experience Requirements:

Must have any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to:

Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public or Business Administration or related field from an accredited college or university. A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive supervisory experience in the field of budget and/or financial analysis which includes position related experience in budget preparation and analysis, financial/fiscal analysis, economic analysis, contract review and administration, financial programs, project management and relevant legislative/administrative policy analysis. Possession of a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public or Business Administration or related field from an accredited college, or university is highly desirable Must be proficient in using MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and PowerPoint

Now Hiring: Contracts Administration, Operation & Compliance (CAOC) Director

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for contract management and compliance? San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is seeking a Contracts Administration, Operation & Compliance (CAOC) Director to build and lead a new team of professionals and consultants dedicated to transforming contract lifecycle management.

In this high-impact role, you will drive major improvements in how SFO contracts are procured, administered, and monitored for compliance. You’ll oversee policy development for contract negotiations, administration, operations, and compliance while managing three key functional teams: Contracts Administration, Contracts Operations, and Contracts Compliance.

This position collaborates with contract project managers, SFO leadership, and citywide departments such as the Controller’s Office and the City Administrator’s Office, as well as industry partners. Your mission? To create a centralized, proactive framework that minimizes risk, enhances compliance, and strengthens contract resilience across the Airport.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a new team to enhance contract lifecycle management
• Oversee procurement, administration, and compliance strategies
• Work with key stakeholders across SFO and the City & County of San Francisco
• Develop policies to improve contract efficiency and mitigate risk
• Foster a customer-focused approach to support SFO divisions

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced leader in contract administration and compliance
• Strong policy development and implementation skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments and industries
• Strategic thinker with a results-driven approach

Join us in shaping the future of contract management at one of the world’s leading airports! Apply today and be part of SFO’s commitment to excellence.

To learn more about this job opportunity and apply, copy and paste the URL below into your browser. https://careers.sf.gov/l?go=azWIiGXm

How to qualify

Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university AND

Experience: Four (4) years of experience managing a section with oversight of contract negotiation, administration, operation, or compliance within a large organization, all of which includes experience supervising professionals.

Substitution:

1. Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). Thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units equal one year.
2. Possession of a graduate degree (Master’s degree or higher) from an accredited college or university with major coursework in specialized subject matter areas such as public or business administration, economics, finance, business law, contract law, public policy, or other fields of study closely related to the essential functions of the job may be substituted for one (1) year of required experience.

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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An exciting opportunity is now open!

Accountant II

Hourly Range: $47.36 - $63.47 DOQ

Bi-weekly: $3,789.05 - $5,077.69

Opening Date: March 18, 2025

Closing Date: April 18, 2025

Priority Screening: April 1, 2025

(9/80 Work Schedule with alternating Fridays off) 

 The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. 

How You Will Make an Impact:

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant II to join our dynamic team. This role involves performing a range of complex and varied technical and professional accounting tasks, including auditing, analyzing, and verifying financial records and reports. The incumbent will play a crucial role in managing the financial activities of an affordable housing portfolio of about 30 properties. This would include the preparation of financial and statistical reports, coordinate annual audits, assist with budget preparation, and ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial statements.

Our team promotes a collaborative and innovative culture, emphasizing open communication and creative problem-solving. We approach challenges with positivity and flexibility. In this role, you’ll gain valuable experience in project accounting, especially for development and construction projects, and enhance your skills in financial statement preparation and reconciliation within our affiliate non-profit portfolio.

The ideal candidate should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking, and innovative problem-solving abilities. Collaboration skills to work with property accountants who manage the accounting activities for the affordable housing properties. They must be adaptable, able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. A solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and strong data analysis skills are highly preferred, along with proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel.

What Our Team Is Looking For: 

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or business, or closely related field; and  
• At least (2) years of professional accounting experience, ideally project-based accounting and auditing. 

JOIN OUR COLLABORATIVE TEAM TODAY!

The City of East Palo Alto invites qualified candidates for the position of

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Salary: $103,666 - $126,007 Annually

$8,638 - $10,500 Monthly

Plus, an attractive benefits package

Deadline to apply: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:59 PM

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking a collaborative, meticulous, outgoing Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant performs financial accounting and budget preparation, analysis and maintenance, payroll analyses, reconciliation of various accounts, sets up and monitors capital assets, purchasing activities, and a variety of professional accounting tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility for the City and East Palo Alto Sanitary District (EPASD). 

This is an open, competitive/ promotional recruitment, meaning that it is open to qualified permanent employees and any other applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Two employment lists will be created for internal promotion and an open list of all other non-current EPA employees.

For more information about this sensational job opportunity, please view the brochure below: