Controller

City of Oakland

City of Oakland
CONTROLLER
Salary Range: $11,813 - $14,504/month
Closes: Friday, 12/11/09

The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill the position of Controller within the Finance & Management Agency. Under the direction of the Finance Director, this highly responsible position plans, organizes, manages and directs programs and activities related to financial management, payroll, purchasing and accounting functions, for both the City of Oakland and the Oakland Redevelopment Agency. The position is responsible for directing grants management and reporting, implementing and overseeing accounting systems citywide and training and supervising assigned staff. The Controller position is not governed by the Personnel Rules of the Civil Service Board and is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration or a related field (Masters' degree highly desirable), and 3+ years of responsible supervisory experience in the management of governmental accounting operations. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is highly desirable. Seven years of experience in a large or complex organization, including financial reporting, budget preparation, financing and/or financial analysis with five years of responsible supervisory, management and administration experience is also highly desirable.

To apply, submit a City of Oakland employment application to: Office of Personnel, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019. City of Oakland application materials may be obtained in person or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope and request to the Office of Personnel, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019. You may also call (510) 238-3111 for information or access a copy of the City’s announcement and employment application at www.oaklandnet.com. Click on “City Jobs” to view current openings. EOE

Contact Person: Office of Personnel