The Position
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key leadership role for the City of Stockton. Under administrative direction, you will have the opportunity to plan, organize, manage, and direct the activities and programs of the Administrative Services Department, serving as the expert in financial, budgeting, procurement, investments, accounting, and related matters.
The CFO serves as the City Treasurer and Director of Administrative Services, overseeing the Finance Division, which includes Treasury, Billing and Collections, Accounting, Purchasing and Stores, and Financial Administrative Services. This is a single-position, at-will classification that offers a broad spectrum of responsibilities, from managing the department’s budget and risk management activities to formulating policies and implementing financial operations.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with extensive experience in financial and fiscal management within a public sector environment. Your expertise will be instrumental in making banking decisions for the City of Stockton, managing the city’s debt program, and securing financing packages utilizing tax-exempt financing. You will also serve as the liaison to financial institutions, conduct financial studies, and make presentations to the City Council on the city’s financial status and operations.
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