Do you excel in municipal finance and governmental fund accounting? Are you energized by the opportunity to lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals? If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting role and join a dynamic, collaborative department committed to delivering high-quality service to our community.
OUR DEPARTMENT:
The Finance Department consists of 26 full-time employees and a proposed annual department budget of $7.2 million for FY25/26. The Finance Department consists of the Administration, Budget, Purchasing, Accounting & Auditing, and Revenue divisions. The department is responsible for safeguarding public financial resources, providing the City Council with thoughtful policy analysis and development of financially sound funding options, developing the City budget, utility billing, overseeing purchasing activities, and assisting city departments to implement their programs through budget development and management, and reporting the city’s financial activity in a clear and understandable manner to the organization and the community.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
We are seeking a local government professional with strong technical knowledge in municipal finance, including governmental fund accounting, auditing, payroll and billing operations and to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Finance Director. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this position will assist in managing and directing the Finance Department with regard to treasury, accounts payable, payroll, billing and collections, utility billing, long-term debt issuance, and administration. The Deputy Finance Director will join a collaborative team with a strong commitment to high quality service delivery and will be a sounding board to Finance staff. Strong accounting skills, preferably in municipal government, and experience with ensuring accurate journal entries, preparing for the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Single Audit, State Controller’s Report, fund balance and payroll functions is critical.
The ideal candidate is personable, approachable, committed to interdepartmental communication and collaboration. The candidate will capitalize on the strengths of the Department staff, provide general guidance and support while encouraging the team to continue to work independently. The new Deputy Finance Director will establish a work environment where employee input is valued and will hold regular check-in meetings with the various functional areas to create a cohesive team. As a resource for staff, we are looking for someone with a calming presence who will be an advocate for staff within and throughout the organization. A candidate with good communication skills, an open-door policy approach, and a commitment to being accessible and visible within the department and throughout the organization is vital. The next Deputy Finance Director will exhibit political acumen and the ability to work collaboratively with City staff and bring a spirit of collaboration to the Executive Team.
Please click here to view a full, detailed job description of Deputy Finance Director.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The salary range for this outstanding opportunity is very competitive at $164,321.27 - $198,492.10. Placement within this range is dependent upon qualifications. Upcoming scheduled salary increases will take place in January 2026 (2%) and July 2026 (2%).
A career with the Finance Department offers many rewards including excellent benefits. In addition to the competitive salary listed above, the City of Napa offers an attractive benefits package including:
- Vacation - New employees can accrue up to 120 hours annually.
- Paid Holidays - 15 paid days per year.
- Extra Paid Time Off - 104 hours (13 days) of Management Leave per year.
- Sick Leave- Employees can accrue up to 96 hours annually.
- Dental and Medical Insurance Plans - The City provides significant contributions to dental and medical plans.
- Health In-Lieu Option - Employees may waive City coverage and opt for health in-lieu at $500 monthly; annual proof of alternative coverage is required.
- Retirement - The City participates in the CalPERS retirement pension system.
- Retiree Health Insurance - City contributes $274 per month for retired employees with at least 10 years of service at retirement.
- Deferred Compensation Program - Employees are eligible to enroll in a 457 Plan and the City contributes $142 per month to 401(A) plan.
- Life Insurance and AD&D - $100,000 of coverage paid for by the City.
- Phone Stipend - Up to $100 per year for equipment and up to $110 per month for usage.
- Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement - Up to $2,500 per fiscal year.
- Prior Years of Service Vacation Accrual Credit - Full-time service in a City, County, State, Federal Agency, or Special District may be counted towards vacation accrual tiers at the City of Napa.
The City offers the flexibility of a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off.)
For a full list of benefits, please visit our Employee Benefits webpage.