Accounting Manager*

About the role

The City of Chino is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join their Finance Department. This role is currently titled Fiscal Services Manager pending City Council approval, which will become a new standalone classification with an updated salary range of $10,213.99 to $13,508.00 per month.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Accounting Division operations including financial reporting, debt management, investments, accounts payable, 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Special Requirements

• Physical Demands And Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standing office equipment, including a computer. Operate a motor vehicle and visit various community sites. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 10 pounds.

Ready to Apply?

All applicants are required to apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chinoca. The closing date is 11:59 PM Pacific Sunday, July 26, 2026. Let’s build something amazing together. Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. Resumes and cover letters may be attached to the completed application form as supplemental information, but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form.

Important Information

• The City of Chino is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Department at (909) 334-3274. Requests should be made three (3) business days in advance.
• Prospective employees selected for employment must successfully complete a medical examination and a background check, including professional reference checks.
• The background check, paid for by the City, also includes Live Scan fingerprinting through the Department of Justice.

Supplemental Questions

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• Describe your role and level of responsibility in the year-end closing process and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Summarize your experience in preparing or contributing to the Management Discussion and Analysis section of the ACFR.