Assistant Chief Financial Officer

This position is open until filled; however, the first review of applications is scheduled to occur for applications received before 5:00 PM on April 4th, 2025.

The City of Huntington Beach is seeking a future-focused Finance professional with a passion for excellence. The ideal candidate will be excited about the opportunity to take a key leadership role in a multi-faceted department in one of the nation's most desirable, premier coastal communities.

An inspiring and hardworking leader who has mastered the art of helping others see what's possible, the ideal candidate will be of the highest integrity and considered a role model in the profession. This person will have the ability to approach day-to-day operations with an optimistic can-do attitude and a constant eye toward results and continuous improvement. Familiarity with technology and tools that support contemporary business practices and maximum efficiency, coupled with a track record that reflects data-driven decision making and the delivery of exceptional outcomes, will be expected. Proven success with modernizing systems and processes and other significant change efforts will also be considered favorably.

The ideal candidate will convey a sophisticated understanding of external as well as internal customer needs and concerns. This individual will exhibit tremendous initiative and have a history that demonstrates the ability to address challenges with courage and confidence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes six (6) years increasingly responsible professional-level financial experience including four (4) years as a supervisor or manager of professional-level personnel (current or recent experience working for a California municipality is preferred) and a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or other closely related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.