Finance Manager

Overview

• LOCATION: City of Pasco, WA (On-Site)
• WORK SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flex scheduling may be available with department approval)
• JOB TYPE: Regular/Full-Time
• UNION STATUS: Non-Union
• FLSA STATUS: Exempt
• CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. First review 12/31/2025.

As the Finance Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in directing the City’s Finance Department operations, including accounting, financial reporting, audit management, budgeting, and fiscal policy development. Under the general supervision of the Finance Director, you will supervise professional staff, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and provide high-level financial guidance that supports the City’s long-term strategic objectives.

The ideal candidate will possess significant governmental accounting experience, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate across departments to promote fiscal integrity, transparency, and operational excellence. A background check is required upon acceptance of a conditional offer.

• Administer the City’s biennial and supplemental budget processes; prepare budget schedules and reports for City Council.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including revenue and expenditure variance analyses and investment reports.
• Develop and recommend internal controls, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Coordinate preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Facilitate and oversee internal and external audits.
• Participate in daily cash and investment management activities.
• Lead and support capital improvement planning (CIP).
• Collaborate with departments on financial and policy initiatives.
• Develop implementation plans, training materials, and operational procedures.
• Supervise assigned staff; establish performance standards; conduct evaluations; and provide recommendations on personnel actions.
• Attend City Council meetings on a regular basis.
• Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting, preferably in local government.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience in a professional setting.

• Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional certification:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
  • Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
  • Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)

• Valid driver’s license.
• Required licenses or certifications may be obtained after hire as agreed upon by the City.

• Medical coverage available at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level. Dental coverage is available at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month.
• Basic life insurance paid by the City and optional supplemental coverage.
• 12 days of vacation in the first year and 12 days of sick leave.
• 10 holidays plus 1 floating holiday annually.
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
• City-contributed 4% to 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, FSA, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and flexible scheduling (per department approval).

Work is primarily performed in an office environment using a computer, with regular travel to meetings and City Council sessions.

If you’re seeking a leadership role where you can make a meaningful impact in a growing community, the City of Pasco invites you to apply. Candidates with finance and accounting experience in municipal government, public agencies, higher education, healthcare, utilities, nonprofit organizations, and other highly regulated or complex financial environments are strongly encouraged to apply.

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* The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.