Finance Manager (Revenue)

We’re looking for an analytical, self-motivated, multi-tasking and highly qualified professional to take on the role of Finance Manager in the Revenue Section. You will join a fast-paced and collaborative team environment, independently performing the most complex professional and analytical duties in providing staff assistance to department heads or other management personnel within the Finance and Administrative Services Department (FASD). Reporting to the Assistant Finance Administrative Services Director, you plan, organize and manage revenue collections and utility billing activities; develop and modify division operating procedures and division goals; lead and manage investment activities for the City; conducting special studies, surveys and research assignments in a variety of administrative and operational procedures and topics often with Citywide and/or major financial impact; preparing effective written reports; and presenting recommendations to senior management, boards, commissions, community groups, and the City Council. This position also involves exercising direct and indirect supervision over assigned staff as well as building strong relationships throughout the organization. If you are looking to take on a challenging and rewarding financial role, this position is for you!

What You'll Do:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Coordinates with other departments to correct discrepancies and resolve issues related to utility billing, business licenses and other payment transactions.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

Bonus Points:

• 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.

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 - $222,532.18with 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.