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The Finance Manager is a member of the Finance Division. The position is responsible for supervising the Finance Division. The division handles accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general accounting, benefits, and purchasing.
Essential Job Functions
Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Finance Manager is required to perform the following essential job functions: develop and implement goals, policies and priorities relating to financial management and accounting; supervises the preparation of accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll records; reviews and approves cash receipts and warrants; makes journal entries to adjust ledgers and subsidiary accounts; prepare monthly bank reconciliation”s and financial reports; researches and corrects accounting errors; analyzes and implements accounting procedures and recommends improved work methods and accounting practices; prepares a variety of financial statements; supervises and evaluates clerical and accounting staff; answers inquiries concerning financial and accounting methods; compiles and reviews accounting records for independent audits; reviews and approves purchase order and bid requests; assists with the audit, and preparation of annual budget; and performs other duties and assignments as directed by Supervisor. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – Knowledge of governmental accounting, auditing and financial principles and practices; cash management; local government budgeting methods, purchasing and general accounting and payroll procedures, including federal and state income tax and sales tax laws; internal accounting standards and financial controls; financial analysis and forecasting methods; personal computers and windows based software, including spreadsheet applications and peripheral office equipment; computer information systems for accounting and payroll data bases; and principles and practices of personnel supervision. Desirable Experience – Any combination providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Atypical combination is: graduation from an accredited college/university with a Bachelor”s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field, and four years performing increasingly responsible governmental accounting work which includes at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity. Additional Information
All applications will be reviewed by a City Screening Committee. Those candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be notified of a time and date for an oral interview to evaluate training, experience, and personal qualifications. Job Advertisement
Please click to view Job Flyer (PDF)
Located in northwest Orange County, the City of Los Alamitos is a peaceful, tree-lined residential area that is considered an ideal place to live. Although Los Alamitos is a quiet residential community, it is bordered by the I-605 freeway and there is easy access to the I-405 freeway. Located in West Orange County, adjacent to the cities of Long Beach, Cypress, Seal Beach and Garden Grove, the City is 4.3 square miles with a population of 12,580. Los Alamitos is comprised of people who take great pride in their community.
Los Alamitos has a highly diversified economic base, consisting of light industry, manufacturing, and commercial business. The City, however, still maintains much of its original small town image. Consistent with the community”s values is its caring attitude for its residents.
Disclaimer
The City of Los Alamitos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not Discriminate on the basis of Race/Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Handicapped Status in employment or the Provision of Service. Application Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a completed City of Los Alamitos employment application. Review of applications will be on a continuous basis. This employment opportunity may close at any time without notice. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Please call (562) 431-3538 for additional information, or visit www.cityoflosalamitos.org for the employment application.
The Finance Manager is a member of the Finance Division. The position is responsible for supervising the Finance Division. The division handles accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general accounting, benefits, and purchasing.
Essential Job Functions
Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Finance Manager is required to perform the following essential job functions: develop and implement goals, policies and priorities relating to financial management and accounting; supervises the preparation of accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll records; reviews and approves cash receipts and warrants; makes journal entries to adjust ledgers and subsidiary accounts; prepare monthly bank reconciliation”s and financial reports; researches and corrects accounting errors; analyzes and implements accounting procedures and recommends improved work methods and accounting practices; prepares a variety of financial statements; supervises and evaluates clerical and accounting staff; answers inquiries concerning financial and accounting methods; compiles and reviews accounting records for independent audits; reviews and approves purchase order and bid requests; assists with the audit, and preparation of annual budget; and performs other duties and assignments as directed by Supervisor. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – Knowledge of governmental accounting, auditing and financial principles and practices; cash management; local government budgeting methods, purchasing and general accounting and payroll procedures, including federal and state income tax and sales tax laws; internal accounting standards and financial controls; financial analysis and forecasting methods; personal computers and windows based software, including spreadsheet applications and peripheral office equipment; computer information systems for accounting and payroll data bases; and principles and practices of personnel supervision. Desirable Experience – Any combination providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. Atypical combination is: graduation from an accredited college/university with a Bachelor”s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field, and four years performing increasingly responsible governmental accounting work which includes at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity. Additional Information
All applications will be reviewed by a City Screening Committee. Those candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be notified of a time and date for an oral interview to evaluate training, experience, and personal qualifications. Job Advertisement
Please click to view Job Flyer (PDF)
Located in northwest Orange County, the City of Los Alamitos is a peaceful, tree-lined residential area that is considered an ideal place to live. Although Los Alamitos is a quiet residential community, it is bordered by the I-605 freeway and there is easy access to the I-405 freeway. Located in West Orange County, adjacent to the cities of Long Beach, Cypress, Seal Beach and Garden Grove, the City is 4.3 square miles with a population of 12,580. Los Alamitos is comprised of people who take great pride in their community.
Los Alamitos has a highly diversified economic base, consisting of light industry, manufacturing, and commercial business. The City, however, still maintains much of its original small town image. Consistent with the community”s values is its caring attitude for its residents.
Disclaimer
The City of Los Alamitos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not Discriminate on the basis of Race/Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Handicapped Status in employment or the Provision of Service. Application Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a completed City of Los Alamitos employment application. Review of applications will be on a continuous basis. This employment opportunity may close at any time without notice. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Please call (562) 431-3538 for additional information, or visit www.cityoflosalamitos.org for the employment application.
