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Are you a proactive problem-solver ready to make a real impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced, creative environments where your ideas matter? If so, join our team as a full-time Accounting Manager*!

What You’ll Do

As our new Accounting Manager*, you will:

• Manage and oversee Accounting Division operations including payroll, cash receipts, fixed assets, and internal controls, ensuring accuracy, compliance with governmental standards, and efficiency of financial processes.
• Lead and develop staff, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, and implementing corrective actions to maintain a high-performing team.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, including Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and internal audits; and coordinate with external auditors to prepare the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Analyze and improve financial systems and procedures, recommending and implementing process enhancements, monitoring trends in municipal finance, and addressing sensitive issues or operational challenges as needed.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who:

• Inspires and leads a high-performing Accounting Division, shapes policies, and fosters a collaborative, results-driven work environment.
• Ensures the City’s financial integrity, applies GAAP and GASB standards, monitors internal controls, analyzes fiscal data, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Drives continuous improvement and effective communication, streamlines processes, prepares clear reports, and represents the City to governmental agencies, community groups, and key stakeholders.

*Note: The official job classification for this position is: Fiscal Services Manager. Please click on the job description below for more details.

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Education: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible government finance experience, including two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity.

All applicants are required to apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chinoca. 

The closing date is 11:59 PM on Monday, December 15, 2025.

Let’s build something amazing together.

Who We Are

The City of Chino is a vibrant place to live, work, and play, that is recognized for its integrity and dedication to public service. Together we take pride in providing quality, caring service to our community. The City of Chino pursues excellence in all facets of our operations and services, guided by the following Organizational Values:

• Commitment to Our Community
• Integrity & Accountability
• Fiscal Responsibility
• Partnerships & Teamwork
• Innovation
• Communication & Engagement

The Finance Department is responsible for managing the City’s fiscal operations and ensuring sound financial practices in compliance with state and federal laws. The Department oversees budgeting, accounting, cash management, purchasing, accounts payable, payroll, and utility billing to support effective financial planning and service delivery. Divisions within Finance handle critical tasks such as budget development, procurement, financial reporting, revenue administration, and investment, all aimed at maintaining a strong financial foundation. Committed to efficiency and accuracy, the Finance team plays a key role in managing public funds and enabling the City to provide high-quality services to the community.