Financial Services Manager I

Financial Services Manager I

The County of Santa Barbara is seeking an experienced finance professional to fill a Financial Services Manager I position within the Resource Recovery & Waste Management Division of the Public Works Departments. This position is categorized as a Financial Services Manager I classification within the County's leadership series and is classified as at-will and exempt from Civil Service provisions. This position is based in Santa Barbara, California. This role assists with the oversight of a $70 million budget for the Resource Recovery & Waste Management Division (an enterprise fund) including responsibilities related to capital construction accounting. Managing an enterprise fund adds a level of complexity to prepare full accrual entries, monitor customer payments, and ensure the division is financially sustainable in order to meet its debt service obligations. This position's responsibilities also include working with other managers to make critical decisions in regard to the financial aspects of the division. Typically reports to a Financial Services Manager III. Provides direct supervision to two or more individuals in a single work unit. Exercises direct and indirect supervision over assigned technical and administrative staff.

The Ideal Candidate possesses :

• Experience supervising staff
• 5-7 years of professional accounting experience
• CPA and / or CPFO certification
• Knowledge and experience of the complex accounting principles, methods, and standards in Governmental Accounting
• Financial Forecast Models
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Federal Cost Principles (2 CFR 200)
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and personalities
• Ability to make technology-based process improvements
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines
• Ability to prepare and write clear and concise reports, and keep records organized accordingly
• Prepare work papers with clarity and transparency
• Experience using a database to capture and organize data
• Ability to process, interpret and communicate fiscal / accounting information
• Make informed decisions based on data and use metrics to evaluate success

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Application & Selection Process :

Recruiters will communicate with applicants by email during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.

Reasonable Accommodations : The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such a Medical Provider or a learning institution.

Conditional Job Offer : Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate's appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check which