Salary : $76,128.00 - $112,465.60 Annually
Location : Indio, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 08082025
Department: FINANCE ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 08/08/2025
Closing Date: 8/22/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 100

Description

***THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES ONLY. ALL QUALIFIED INTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN TOP PRIORITY.***

***DISCLAIMER: The City reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received. The City is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make all reasonable accommodations for the disabled to participate in employment programs and facilities. Women, minorities, and disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. The finalist candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.***
DEFINITION:
Under general supervision, assists management in performing a wide variety of financial functions within the City Finance Department including the analyses of various financial operations and procedures, preparation of agenda reports and budgets, and the presentation of findings either orally or in writing. The position may perform other related duties as required.

Finance Analyst
The Finance Analyst is a professional journey level classification in which incumbents are expected to perform the full range of professional finance and accounting duties with minimum supervision. Successful performance requires a thorough knowledge of governmental operational procedures, basic professional accounting duties, and the ability to exercise problem solving skills and independent judgment. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Finance Analyst in that the latter works independently, leads internal committees and task forces, and may serve as an acting finance manager in his/her absence.

Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Researches and analyzes data for complex projects that may cross departments and/or service agencies.
• Assigns and audits accounts and vendor numbers; reconciles records to establish balances; identifies and resolves discrepancies; allocates costs to appropriate ledger accounts; makes journal entries.
• Monitor purchasing activities to ensure adherence to procurement policies, thresholds, and competitive bidding requirements.
• Review purchase orders (POs), contracts, Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs), and agreements for financial accuracy, funding availability and compliance with city policies and procurement regulations.
• Ensure that all purchasing and contracting documentation complies with internal controls and audit standards and proper coding and documentation for contract expenditures.
• Accurately enter, review, and manage budget adjustments to ensure financial records are up to date and comply with city policies.
• Prepares a variety of financial and statistical reports; establishes and maintains complete files and records related to assigned functions; participates in the maintenance of various computer files and records; inputs and retrieves a variety of fiscal and statistical information.
• Analyzes revenue and expenditure trends; assists in the preparation and monitoring of operational and capital-project budgets as assigned.
• Assists with the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll and related payroll functions; assesses payroll deductions, benefits, and related obligations; investigates and corrects errors regarding salary, deduction and leave banks; prepares confidential reports on salary and benefit costs and other data in support of negotiations and grievance resolution.
• Audits line-item expenditures accounts and vendor numbers; reconciles records to established balances; identifies and resolves discrepancies; allocates costs to appropriate ledger accounts; makes journal entries.
• Monitors federal and state legislation and academic research that impacts or has implications to Indio financial operations and the community and advises accordingly.
• Researches and writes policies memorializing municipal operations; may write job descriptions, request for proposals, operational procedures, and other routine documents.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.
• Participates in the operation of management systems; identifies, develops, and implements new applications as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

SUPERVISON RECEIVED/EXERCISED:Receives general direction from the Department Director and the Finance Manager. May exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned staff.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field.

Experience: Two years of responsible professional experience. Public agency experience preferred.

License/Certificate:

Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license.

Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: (The following are a representative sample of the KSA's necessary to perform essential duties of the position.)

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of municipal government operations; principles and practices of automated financial systems; fund accounting; account analyses; auditing; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; project management, planning, leadership, and organization; modern office practices, methods, and equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling, and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Skill to:

Develop strategic goals and tactical plans; operate modern office equipment including computers and applications related to the work, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.

Ability to:

Examine and verify financial documents, reports and transactions; prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses; analyze, post, balance, and reconcile financial data, ledgers, and accounts; prepare and/or review routine agenda reports and other correspondence; direct and review the work of assigned support staff; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations; read, interpret, and record data accurately; organize, prioritize, and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A flex benefit is provided monthly. There are several medical insurance programs, two dental plans and one vision plan from which to choose.
RETIREMENT: City participates in the 2% @ 62 for new PERS miscellaneous members and 2.7 @ 57 for New PERS sworn program. The City also participates in social security. Please contact Human Resources if you are an existing PERS member.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution, a choice of two 457 plans.
VACATION LEAVE: Based on length of employment with the City. 0-4 years = .3.08 hours, 4Maximum vacation accumulation shall be three (3) times that employee's annual accrual coinciding with his/her current rate of earning. Upon reaching this ceiling, no more vacation shall accumulate until vacation is taken.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE TIME: Executive Management, Management, Confidential and Unrepresented FLSA exempt employees are entitled to 80 hours of Administrative Leave on an annual basis. Administrative Leave Time shall have no cash remuneration value and no more than sixteen (16) hours may be carried over into the next fiscal year. Administrative Leave Time must be used in a minimum increment of four (4) hours.
HOLIDAYS: City observes thirteen (13) holidays each year.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 60 day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances providing 100% of pay.
LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 term life. Premiums paid by the City. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for purchase.
MILEAGE: Employees who are required to use their personal vehicles for City business shall be reimbursed at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) standard mileage rate.
EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT: May be reimbursed for actual cost, subject to availability of funds.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, or Resolution. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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Are you a current employee of the City of Indio?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you posses a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you posses two years of responsible professional experience?

• Yes
• No

04

List the name of the employer, your job title, and the dates of employment where you gained the required experience.You must provide the requested information. Responses including "see resume" or "see application" will result in rejection of your application.
Required Question