Finance Manager

City of Blue Lake

Posted: Sept. 11, 2025

Wage Range: $28.27-$40.31

Definition: Under the general direction of the City Manager, performs, oversees, manages,

and supervises assigned functions within the Finance Department, including utility billing,

accounts payable and revenue collection, licensing, payroll, and cashier/customer service;

assists the City Manager and the City Accountant with general ledger, budget control, and

other assigned accounting/budget related duties; performs all other related duties as

assigned.

DESCRIPTION OF FINANCE MANAGER DUTIES:

This position is responsible for overseeing, managing, supervising and participating in the department’s day-to-day administrative functions, including utility billing, accounts payable and revenue collection, licensing (i.e., dog and business), payroll, and cashier/customer service. This position is also responsible for assisting the City Accountant and City Manager with general ledger, budget control, and other assigned accounting/budget related duties.

The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the City Manager, but extensive leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Direct supervision is exercised over assigned staff

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FINANCE MANAGER:

• Oversees, manages, supervises, and participates in assigned operations of the Finance Department, including utility billing, accounts payable and revenue collection, business licenses, dog licenses, payroll, and cashier/customer service.

• Assigns, schedules, supervises, and reviews the work of assigned staff, including providing training, feedback, and direction, conducting performance evaluations, working with employees to correct deficiencies, and implementing disciplinary procedures.