Posting number: 064E 1045 092026
Department: Finance Department
Division: 1045 Finance
Job classification: Director of Finance
Posting type: Open
Categories: Accounting and Finance, Management, Executive Management
The City of Redding is now accepting applications for the position of Director of Finance.
Under administrative direction of the City Manager, plan, organize, and direct the accounting, auditing, internal controls, accounts payable, payroll processing, revenue and expenditure recordation and budget control, long-range financial planning, debt issuance and administration, capital assets, grant accounting, purchasing functions and oversight of the Purchasing Officer, and other financial and information activities of the City and other legal entities controlled by the City; lead Citywide budget development and financial planning in support of the City Manager; oversee the administrative functions of the City Treasurer's Office without assuming the duties or authority of the elected City Treasurer; and serve as a collaborative member of the City's leadership team in developing and implementing the City's strategic direction.
The City of Redding provides an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance, paid time off and a CalPERS retirement program along with a great work environment.
For more information, please view the digital brochure.
You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. E-mail correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder. Applicants requesting a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing or interview process should contact Personnel at (530) 225-4065 by the application deadline.
Examination Process: An oral panel examination will be administered. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill current and future vacancies. This recruitment will be open until filled and may close with little or no notice.
Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon:
Veteran’s Credit: Applicants who attach a copy of their DD-214 to their application indicating “Honorable Discharge” from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score.
The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements.
Welcome to The City of Redding. As the largest California city north of Sacramento, Redding serves as the regional hub for retail, education, professional services, career opportunities, corporate and private business development, medical facilities and government. The sun shines here in Redding 88% of the time, making the city ideal for adventuring. The city boasts stunning landscapes, 200 miles of hiking and biking trails, a range of cultural, musical and educational events and a rich sense of community.
