Classification: EXEMPTJoin Our Team and Make an Impact! Are you ready to take on a leadership role with an organization dedicated to changing lives and revitalizing communities? The Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency (SHRA) is seeking a Finance Manager to lead a talented team and support our mission of Changing Lives. The ideal candidate will bring strong interpersonal skills, coaching and leadership abilities, and a commitment to public service. Why Join SHRA? As the Housing Authority for the City and County of Sacramento, SHRA works to revitalize communities and provide affordable housing opportunities. Employees in this classification enjoy meaningful work that directly benefits the Sacramento community, along with a comprehensive benefits package. SHRA's great benefits include: Alternate 9/80 Work Schedule: Enjoy a two-week schedule of nine 9-hour days with every other Friday off, giving you more long weekends to relax and maintain work-life balance. CalPERS Pension Retirement: Secure your future with a robust retirement plan. CalPERS is the largest public pension fund in the US. Comprehensive Health Benefits: Free Medical and Dental insurance for full family (through CalPERS) and free vision insurance for up to Employee +1 Generous Paid Time Off Package: 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 weeks of vacation, Management Work Life balance days, plus 80 hours of Supplemental Leave per year Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250/year: SHRA is also a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Free Downtown Parking subsidy for eligible employees Professional Development opportunities This position is Full-Time - In Office in Sacramento, CA. However; the Agency operates on a 9-8-80 Work Schedule which provides work-life balance for all with every other Friday off! The Finance Manager performs highly responsible administrative and professional accounting work; supervises and provides professional and technical guidance to accounting staff; assists in the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report; researches and analyzes difficult and highly technical transactions; and maintains fiscal accountability for programs funded by grants and other methods. Incumbents exhibit a high level of expertise in terms of knowledge, skills and abilities.Knowledge of: Generally accepted governmental accounting and auditing principles and practices (GAAP) Principles of supervision, training, and performance management Relevant State and Federal laws and regulations PC hardware and software capabilities and accounting applications Principles of financial administration, including budgeting, financial reporting, data processing and purchasing Principles of governmental accounting as applied to complex funds of all types Business office practices, procedures, methods and equipment Federal entitlement programs like Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) are a plus. Housing Authority operations and reporting requirements are a plus Skill in: Preparation and documentation of complex accounting transactions Multi-tasking and time management Use of computers, computer applications, and accounting- related solutions Identification and implementation of adequate internal controls Accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll Accounting for enterprise and governmental funds a plus Previous Housing Authority experience a plus Ability to: Analyze and interpret financial and accounting records Prepare financial statements and reports according to GAAP Design and install new and improved complex accounting and record keeping systems, both manual and computer-based Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff and management throughout the Agency, and with external auditors Plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinates Evaluate compliance with Federal, State and Local laws and regula
