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Sunset Empire Transportation District - Finance Officer

Job post summary

Date posted: February 27, 2026

Pay: $72,166.00 - $79,844.00 per year

Job description:

Required Duties:(The initial review will take place in two weeks)

  • Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collaborate financial reporting materials for all grant segments, and oversee all internal, project/program and grants accounting.
  • Manage a robust fund financial management system, including chart of accounts, classes, loan and project tracking.
  • Buy-in management of all agency accounting functions.
  • Manage cash flow and forecasting.
  • Implement and oversee financial and contract/grants management policies and procedures; improve overall financial policies and procedure manual.
  • Effectively communicate and present the financial matters to the Executive Director, leadership team, and Board of Commissioners.
  • Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors; assess any changes necessary.
  • Lead and manage the District’s annual budgeting and financial planning process in coordination with the Budget Officer; administer and review all financial plans and departmental budgets; continuously monitor financial performance; and provide regular, data-driven financial status updates to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
  • Implement special projects in accounting, contracting, contract and grants management as assigned.
  • Ensure compliance to all relevant federal, state and local governmental laws, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts and agreements.
  • Management and supervision of all accounting functions.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person