Finance Manager (Revenue)

• Organize, manage and oversee assigned areas which may include financial management, revenue collections, utility billing, accounts receivable, cash collection, Treasury functions, and any related financial reporting functions.
• Provide high-level support to department heads and other managers in the development, analysis, and implementation of policies, programs, procedures, and projects with departmentwide or Citywide impact.  
• Develop division goals and objectives; recommend policies and implement procedures to conduct activities; ensure division functions are conducted in accordance with related laws, ordinances, rules and regulations; prepare comprehensive plans to satisfy future needs for division services.
• Plans, organizes and manages the activities of revenue collections and utility billing to ensure the proper receipt and processing of revenue payments and responding to customer requests, collection of delinquent accounts and administration of City programs such as business licenses, petty cash and other cash handling transactions.
• Develops and modifies division operating procedures and division goals aimed to ensure proper processing of utility billing, collection and cash handling and effectively resolving customer concerns regarding their accounts.
• Coordinates with other departments to correct discrepancies and resolve issues related to utility billing, business licenses and other payment transactions.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, public administration, business administration, economics, finance, or a related field.
• Five years of increasingly responsible financial administrative and analytical experience related to Citywide budgeting, revenue collection, or special analytical projects, including two years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• A valid California Driver License.

• Directly-related revenue collection, utility billing, and/or investment management experience within a public sector agency.
  
• A master’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field is highly desirable.

• You are an innovative doer, who welcomes challenge, is resourceful, and works well both independently and with others. 
• You find it extremely rewarding to work with numbers and perform extensive research and analysis.
• You are keen on accuracy and attention to detail and enjoy reviewing complex documents, look for consistency, and are able to interpret complex legal language.
• You have superb analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills (oral and written). You have solid organizational and logical problem-solving skills.
• You have a strong ability to interpret, explain and train individuals as to existing payroll accounting, auditing and fiscal policies and procedures.
• You have a strong ability to analyze complex accounting and financial data and draw logical and sound conclusions. 
• You can work well independently with minimal supervision.
• You are a professional adept at quickly learning new tasks and who thrives in a team-oriented, results-driven, challenging and fast-paced environment.
• You are a multi-tasker who is able to juggle multiple priorities with proven project and time management skills. 
• You are passionate about sharing knowledge, developing and mentoring staff.

Submit your application and resume online at governmentjobs.com or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309.   Please provide a valid email address on your application. Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis with a first application review date of Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Applications received by this date will be prioritized. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply early as this recruitment may close at any time. 

Fine Print. 

The annual salary range is $148,354.70 - $222,532.18 with a control point of $185,443.44. Pay beyond the control point may be awarded for exceptional experience and qualifications upon hire and/or for meritorious performance while serving.  

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. 

Salary : $148,355 - $222,532