Description

JOB TITLE: Finance Director/Assistant Chief Financial Officer

AGENCY: City of Riverside

LOCATION: Riverside, CA

FILING DEADLINE: February 20, 2026

SALARY RANGE:  $190,128.00 - $316,020.00

The Position

The Finance Director/Assistant Chief Financial Officer reports to the Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer and plans, organizes, manages, and directs centralized accounting and financial administration programs, as well as providing administrative direction to centralized services such as accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, fees and charges, payroll and risk management. As a key member of the City’s executive management team, the Finance Director/Assistant Chief Financial Officer will provide expert guidance on financial strategy, policy development, and resource allocation. This position may serve as Chief Financial Officer and City Treasurer as required.

Key Responsibilities:

•         Financial Stewardship: Lead all finance functions, including accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, user fees and charges, payroll, financial management system, and risk management.
•         Strategic Planning & Analysis: Build and lead a robust financial planning and analysis (FP&A) capability to help evaluate business opportunities and quantify risks, enhance financial modeling, and provide timely, insightful analysis for decision-making.
•         Capital Program Funding: Implement financing strategies for multi-million dollar capital improvement plan, including bond issuances and debt management.
•         Financial Planning: Drive a budget process that is transparent, inclusive, and accessible to both leadership and operating divisions.
•         Enterprise Risk Management: Advance a strategic organization wide approach to identifying, assessing and managing risk.
•         Council & Stakeholder Engagement: Present regularly to the Council/Committees, and other stakeholders with clarity, transparency, and impact.

The Position

The Finance Director/Assistant Chief Financial Officer reports to the Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer and plans, organizes, manages, and directs centralized accounting and financial administration programs, as well as providing administrative direction to centralized services such as accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, fees and charges, payroll and risk management. As a key member of the City’s executive management team, the Finance Director/Assistant Chief Financial Officer will provide expert guidance on financial strategy, policy development, and resource allocation. This position may serve as Chief Financial Officer and City Treasurer as required.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking, people centered executive who brings broad leadership experience beyond finance alone. The Finance Director/Assistant Chief Financial Officer will be expected to provide strength and oversight in the areas of risk, budget, debt, and investments, as well as supporting a transparent organizational culture. Effective communication and interpersonal are skills necessary to build and foster positive staff and interdepartmental relationships, as well as providing clear presentations and reports to leadership, various committees, and community groups.

A track record of innovation, process improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration is essential, as the Finance Director/Assistant Chief Financial Officer will lead enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance efficiency, leverage technology, and improve service delivery. The abilities to manage complex projects, balance competing priorities, provide employee mentorship, and maintain composure under pressure are critical.

This position requires a forward-thinking leader with a solid track record in strategic planning, financial analysis, and risk management, while still having a hands-on and team-oriented collegial work style. The successful candidate will enjoy assisting in staff development and effectively managing resources and workloads. Above all, the ideal candidate will embody the values of integrity, professionalism, and public service, and will foster a workplace culture grounded in mutual respect, trust, and continuous learning.

The City of Riverside

The City of Riverside has a rich history dating back to its incorporation in 1870. From its earliest days, the city has thrived under the guidance of forward-thinking founders and successive leaders. Evident within the community is an innovative and artistic spirit that permeates the culture of its residents. Today, Riverside is a leading Southern California city offering a blend of hometown charm, history, and hospitality combined with vision, energy, culture, and diversity. With a population exceeding 323,000 residents, Riverside proudly holds the title of the 12th largest city in California, serving as an economic powerhouse in one of the fastest growing regions in the United States. Riverside offers stunning mountain vistas and iconic natural forms—the wild Santa Ana River, Mount Rubidoux and Sycamore Canyon—along with award winning schools, top ranked universities and colleges, stunning architecture, a dynamic art scene, and the iconic Mission Inn and the Mission Inn Festival of lights, creating an inviting tapestry for residents and visitors alike.

For more details about this opportunity, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Rev5-Riverside-FD.pdf

To be considered, please submit a resume, cover letter, and five work related references (who will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) to: https://koffassociates.com/riverside-finance-director/. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held, as well as size of past organization(s).

Frank Rojas

Tel: (510) 495-0448

E-mail: frank_rojas@ajg.com

Website: https://koffassociates.com/