Building on recent progress, the City of San Bruno is ready for even more success. Just ten miles south of San Francisco and adjacent to the San Francisco International Airport, San Bruno sits at the center of three major freeways, the historic El Camino Real, two regional commuter rail lines (BART and Caltrain) and regional bus and express bus service - creating many exciting opportunities for transit-oriented mixed-use and residential redevelopment along transit corridors. San Bruno, known as the “City with a Heart,” is primarily a residential community, rich in ethnic diversity. With a population of 43,000, San Bruno is home to the world headquarters of YouTube and Walmart.com and boasts a diverse and up-and-coming downtown retail core.

The Chief Financial Officer performs a variety of complex supervisory, professional, administrative, and technical accounting and finance functions in maintaining the fiscal records and systems of the City. This position oversees and manages Finance functions including general ledger, accounting, payroll, business license and other tax and revenue collection, utility billing, purchasing and accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury and budget. The Chief Financial Officer also coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager’s Office; and acts as a member of the City Manager’s management team. The City is seeking a well-rounded, collaborative, and experienced Chief Financial Officer. The ideal candidate has the ability to mentor and guide staff while rebuilding the culture within the department. The new Chief Financial Officer should be technically sound with a strong understanding of municipal finance and should have the ability to prepare and analyze complex financial reports. A strong leader with the ability to motivate, train, and evaluate staff is desired. Qualified candidates possess a degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field, as well as six (6) years of progressively responsible municipal finance work, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.

The yearly salary range for the Chief Financial Officer is $187,365 to $234,264. The salary range will be adjusted by three percent (3%) effective with the first full pay period in calendar year 2024. Placement within this range is dependent on experience and qualifications. The City also offers an excellent benefits package.