Director of Finance

City of Huntington Park, CA

$168K — $211K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field
  • Master's degree preferred in a relevant area
  • Valid California Class C Driver's License
  • 7+ years of experience in financial management or government accounting
  • 4+ years in a supervisory role
  • CPA or CPFO certification is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Direct financial planning and budgeting activities
  • Oversee financial reporting and ensuring compliance
  • Manage investments and cash flow operations
  • Develop and implement financial policies and procedures
  • Lead the finance team in strategic financial initiatives
  • Coordinate audits and liaise with external auditors

Benefits

  • Excellent benefits package including health and retirement plans
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration
  • Potential for flexible work arrangements
Full Job Description
Salary : $168,673.00 - $211,553.00 Annually
Location : 6550 Miles Ave Huntington Park, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 09/15/2026

The Position
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Annual Salary $168,673 - $211,553

*Salary Under Review*

PLUS AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE!

FILING DEADLINE: Open Until FilledFirst Review of Applications: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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A completed application packets includes the following:

  • City of Huntington Park Employment Application
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Five (5) Professional References
  • Copies of Required Degree, Licenses, and/or Certifications

Failure to submit the complete application packet, may lead to elimination from consideration.
Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment process. The selection process may include a written examination, a panel interview and other testing processes designated to predict successful job performance. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information.
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. Please be as specific as possible and include all information as requested. Please do not use "see resume and application," as this is not acceptable and credit will not be given. Please note that all information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.Do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.I certify that all the information provided in my application packet and this Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of my knowledge.
  • I have read and understand the above statement.

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Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you possess a four-year college or university degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, economics, or closely related field?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you possess a master's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or closely related field?
  • Yes
  • No

05

Do you possess any of the listed licensures/certifications? Please check all that apply.
  • Certified Public Accountant Licensure
  • Certified Public Finance Officer
  • None

06

Do you possess seven (7) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience involving financial government accounting, budgeting, auditing, financial management?
  • Yes
  • No

07

If you answered "yes" to the previous question, briefly describe your experience, including, name of employer and dates of employment.
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Do you possess four (4) years of experience in a supervisory/managerial capacity?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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