NEOGOV · 5 hours ago
Finance Project Manager - LIMITED Duration
City Hall/PD - 525 Henrietta St Martinez, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$79.81/hr - $98.58/hr
5+ years expThe City of Martinez is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead stabilization efforts within their Financial Reporting and General Ledger Division. This temporary role will oversee accounting operations, grants compliance, budget support, and financial reporting while advancing audit readiness and strengthening internal controls.
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Responsibilities
Lead month-end/quarter-end close; clear reconciliations (cash, bank, AR/AP, payroll liabilities, grants, capital assets)
Prepare audit-ready schedules, PBC lists, and documentation; coordinate with external auditors
Drive grant management improvements
Support budget development and amendments; tie-out to GL, position control, and CIP
Mentor staff; implement cross-training and coverage plans for critical functions (payroll, AP, cash receipting)
Plan, assign, review, and evaluate work of professional/technical staff across accounting, and reporting division
Manage general ledger, chart of accounts, and period/year-end close; ensure GAAP/GASB compliance
Maintain capital asset accounting (additions, disposals, CIP to asset conversion, depreciation)
Lead grant accounting and compliance; prepare reimbursement requests and maintain auditable records
Prepare or supervise preparation of statements, schedules, and notes for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) or equivalent reports
Support development of the budget (citywide roll-ups, fund statements, narratives, position schedules) and mid-year updates
Monitor internal controls and segregation of duties; implement corrective actions and training
Coordinate with IT/Systems on financial system improvements (e.g., Tyler MUNIS, ClearGov, clearing accounts and import templates)
Build a culture of professional, timely, and constructive communication with departments and external partners
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business/Public Administration, or a related field
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible governmental accounting/finance experience, including two (2) years in a supervisory or lead role
Knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards for governmental entities; fund accounting; ACFR preparation
Knowledge of bank reconciliations
Knowledge of grants and federal compliance
Knowledge of public agency procurement and disbursement practices
Knowledge of financial systems and reporting tools (e.g., Tyler Munis, ClearGov) and advanced Excel
Ability to plan and deliver a 6-month stabilization plan with clear milestones and measurable outcomes
Ability to analyze complex financial data, diagnose issues, and implement practical controls and process improvements
Ability to lead, coach, and evaluate staff; set expectations and provide constructive feedback
Ability to manage multiple deadlines; communicate clearly with executives, staff, auditors, and the public
Preferred
Municipal finance experience in a California city or special district
Experience leading external audits and publishing ACFRs
Implementation or optimization of Tyler MUNIS modules (GL, AP, AR/UB, Payroll, Fixed Assets)
Retired Annuitant from CA cities
Benefits
Paid sick leave will be accrued in accordance with the Healthy Workplaces/Healthy Families Act of 2014 (Assembly Bill1522) (Does not apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants).
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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