Assistant Finance Director

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR
ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR

SALARY: $7,772-$9,483/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.

DISTINGUISHING
CHARACTERISTICS:
This position serves as a member of the City’s management team. The employee in

this position works under the direction, is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure
of the Department Head.

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;
s upervision practices.

(OVER)

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.

REQUIREMENTS: Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Drivers’ License.

SELECTION: Screening will consist of a competitive assessment of relevant education, training

and work experience to be followed by an exam and/or interview before an Oral
Board to determine the most qualified candidates. Applicants meeting the
minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview, and
the decision of the screening committee is final. Applicants will receive
electronic notification regarding results for all phases of the recruitment up to the
establishment of the eligibility list, if applicable. Candidates will be notified of the
date and time of scheduled interviews and/or tests. The City of Porterville reserves
the right to alter the testing process at any time, without notice, as needed.

TO APPLY: Please submit an application online at www.ci.porterville.ca.us. Applications must be

received by 4:00 p.m., Sunday, February 16, 2025.
SPECIAL

CONDITION: Candidates recommended for hire will be required to undergo a background
reference and fingerprint check and a pre-employment physical and 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.

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