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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Leadership and Collaboration: Lead the citywide budget process, guide staff, and support senior management in decisions
Financial Analysis and Reporting: Prepare financial reports, analyze data, provide long-term financial forecasting, and provide insight
Capital Improvement Projects Financial Management: Oversee the overall financial management of the City’s capital improvement projects and assist departments with budget administration, financial analysis, and budget adjustments.
The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking a forward-thinking and results-driven Budget Officer to play a pivotal leadership role in the Finance Department. This is a unique opportunity to shape the City’s financial planning and guide high-impact initiatives that support citywide service delivery and long-term fiscal sustainability.
As the strategic leader of the City’s biennial budget process, the Budget Officer collaborates with all departments, provides key insights to executive leadership, and ensures transparent, data-informed decision-making. With the City currently implementing a new budget software, the successful candidate will take ownership of the system and be responsible for producing the final budget documents in both print and digital formats. As part of this effort, the Budget Officer will lead a refresh of the City’s performance measures, working with departments to integrate meaningful, outcome-focused metrics into the budget.
The City is preparing to undertake a comprehensive ERP system replacement, and the Budget Officer will serve as a key member of the implementation team, helping to shape financial functionality and ensure a smooth transition to the new platform.
This role is ideal for a motivated professional looking to advance their public sector career and take on increasingly complex and impactful assignments.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Budget Strategy, Development, and Reporting
Lead the development and administration of the City’s biennial Operating and Capital Improvement budgets
Lead the development and administration of the City’s biennial User Fees, Fines, and Penalties Schedule
Lead the development and administration of the City’s annual Cost Allocation Plan
Collaborate with departments to align financial resources with City goals and priorities
Develop multi-year financial forecasts and monitor trends to support long-term planning
Write clear, concise, and effective staff reports to communicate complex financial information to City leadership and the public
Prepare and present budget reports and other financial information for internal and external stakeholders
System Implementation and Innovation
Take ownership of the City’s new budget software system and the development of the online and PDF versions of the Adopted Operating and CIP budgets
Streamline and improve the City’s Monthly Financial Report
Play a key role in the planning and implementation of the City’s future ERP system replacement
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement innovative processes
Financial Reporting & Capital Management
Oversee capital asset budgeting and coordinate with departments on project funding and tracking
Analyze financial and operational data to provide insights and recommendations to executive leadership
Develop tools and reports to improve transparency and decision-making across the organization
Leadership & Collaboration
Supervise and mentor direct report(s), fostering ownership, accountability, and professional growth
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Finance Director and senior management
Coordinate cross-departmental efforts and facilitate a collaborative, service-oriented budget process
Communication & Training
Deliver clear and effective presentations to staff, senior management, and City Council on budgetary reports, issues, policies, and financial data
Lead cross-departmental training efforts on budget systems, financial procedures, and reporting tools
Translate complex financial concepts inaccessible information for non-financial audiences
Ideal Candidate
- Knowledge of governmental functions, policies, and associated financial management and reporting practices
Ability to independently and accurately perform complex financial analyses
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically, creatively, and independently
Ability to identify opportunities, recommend solutions, and implement new processes while effectively managing change
Skilled at managing multiple high-priority projects with strict deadlines and frequent interruptions
Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies and regulations
Effective communicator, able to write and edit staff reports, and present information both internally and externally
Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with staff across the organization
EDUCATION
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in finance, accounting, public or business administration, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE
Five years of increasingly responsible public finance or accounting experience, including three years of budget development responsibility
CORE COMPETENCIES
Effective Communicator
Team Builder
Strategic Thinker
Results Oriented
Problem Solver and Decision Maker
Planner and Organizer
Technically Knowledgeable
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
Recruitment Open: May 27, 2025
First Review of Applicants: June 10, 2025
Benefits
The City of Thousand Oaks offers excellent benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension Retirement Plan, 401(a), Retirement Health Savings Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and more.
Additional information about City benefits can be located at https://toaks.gov/benefits
Special Instructions
FILING DEADLINE: This position will remain open until filled.
FIRST REVIEW: The first review of applicants will take place on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Thousand Oaks makes reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the selection process. If you wish to request an accommodation in order to participate in the selection process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the final filing date. Applicants requesting an accommodation should document the request including the type and extent of accommodations requested to participate in the selection process and/or perform the duties of the job for which applied.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: In order to qualify for Veteran’s Preference a Form DD214, or other acceptable proof of service, must be submitted by the deadline date/time noted in the job announcement. Any veteran who has successfully completed all phases of a selection process for employment with the City shall be granted a final interview regardless of his or her ranking on the eligibility list, providing he/she meets the criteria for an eligible veteran.
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