NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Chief Financial Officer - Department of Social Services
Santa Barbara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$138K/yr - $177K/yr
7+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Department of Social Services in Santa Barbara, California. The CFO will oversee the Fiscal Division, manage a department budget of $238 million, and play a key role in navigating fiscal and policy mandates to support the department's mission of helping vulnerable community members.
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Responsibilities
Serves as a member of the County’s management team by planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the activities in areas such as: accounting, budget, accounts receivable/payable, employee benefits, payroll, debt management, public funds and property tax collections, financial analysis, and auditing
Establishes annual or mid-term priorities, goals and operational plans for the division or programs
Recommends, establishes, and provides direction for new or revised services, programs, processes, policies, standards, or operational plans, based upon the department’s longer-term strategies
Recommends division’s strategic plans within department strategic direction to next level manager or director
Troubleshoots and resolves program or work unit issues and keeps higher-level management informed of issues/resolution
Develops, administers and evaluates fiscal services and programs to ensure compliance with strategies and performance goals; manages work systems and processes; maintains and updates procedures, and ensures compliance; researches trends and best practices; and recommends and implements changes
Develops and administers work unit budget; reviews and approves budget requests and transactions; negotiates and manages contracts; researches and analyzes financial information; makes resource allocation recommendations; and implements resource allocation decisions
Researches, analyzes, develops, and reviews original fiscal, compliance, and related reports, contracts, plans, grant proposals, materials, presentations, and other documents; and develops and makes recommendations to higher-level staff
Develops, implements, and evaluates services and programs to ensure adherence to strategic and performance goals; manages work systems and processes; maintains and updates procedures; researches trends and best practices in area of assignment; and recommends and implements operational and/or program changes
Develops and administers budgetary and procurement processes; manages contracts; researches and analyzes financial information; makes resource allocation recommendations; and implements resource allocation decisions
Troubleshoots and resolves program or work unit issues and keeps higher-level management informed of issues/resolution
Oversees the preparation of (and/or prepares) contracts, reports, records, plans, and other documents involved in managing the area of assignment; oversees (and participates in) the research and analysis of policy and related information; and/or makes recommendations to higher-level management staff
Supervises management, professional, paraprofessional, and support staff; and is responsible for conducting performance evaluations, employee development, hiring, discipline, and termination procedures
Coordinates work with the general public, County staff, external agencies, etc.; may represent the County on various professional committees; and may prepare and make presentations to the public, elected officials, boards, and/or other stakeholders
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Equivalent of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance, including at least three (3) years as a supervisor or manager
Possession and maintenance of a valid California driver's license and the ability to meet automobile insurability requirements of the County or the ability to provide suitable transportation needs as a condition of continued employment
Strong organizational leadership skills
Financial acumen
Strategic business thinking
Experience with complex financial systems and programs in a governmental agency, preferably a California health and human services organization
Ability to see the bigger picture and make decisions based on a commitment to long-term financial integrity
Experience overseeing complex financial, budgeting, and accounting operations, preferably in a large California public sector health and human services organization
Strong analytical skills and use data and financial strategy to manage complex and changing environments
Understanding of complex, interconnected budgets and funding sources
Experience overseeing the budgeting and finances of a large government agency
Visionary and approachable leadership style that builds trust, cooperation, and collaboration
Highly organized, able to plan ahead, multitask, and manage time effectively
Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines with a steady leadership style
Experience working in a diverse team, both leading and supporting others to deliver strong results
Experience implementing a large-scale financial or other IT system in a public agency
Experience forecasting financial outcomes, developing recommendations, and clearly communicating them to leadership, both verbally and in writing
Ability to work effectively with the Auditor-Controller, County finance staff, and the County Executive Office
Ability to make recommendations to executive leadership that balance the upholding of financial best practices with Department goals, culture, and available resources
Commitment to continuous improvement, including process redesign, technology upgrades, and organizational change
Preferred
Experience implementing or using the Workday system
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Benefits
Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans
Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
County Paid Term Life Insurance
County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
Childcare and Employee Discounts
Relocation Assistance may apply
Flexible work schedule may apply
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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