JOB
We're Hiring!
Join the City of Chino and Shape the Future
-PENDING CITY COUNCIL'S APPROVAL:The Accounting Manager is currently used as a working title under the Fiscal Services Manager classification.
Pending City Council's approval, the Accounting Manager will become a new standalone classification with an updated salary range of: $10,213.99 to $13,508.00 per month.-
Are you a proactive problem-solver ready to make a real impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced, creative environments where your ideas matter?
If so, join our team as a full-time Accounting Manager*!
Salary for this position is currently under review and will be adjusted following the completion of a compensation study.
The City of Chino offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package. For more information, please click on the image below:
Who We Are
The City of Chino is a vibrant place to live, work, and play, that is recognized for its integrity and dedication to public service. Together we take pride in providing quality, caring service to our community. The City of Chino pursues excellence in all facets of our operations and services, guided by the following Organizational Values:
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Commitment to Our Community
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Integrity & Accountability
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Fiscal Responsibility
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Partnerships & Teamwork
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Innovation
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Communication & Engagement
The Finance Department is responsible for managing the City’s fiscal operations and ensuring sound financial practices in compliance with state and federal laws. The Department oversees budgeting, accounting, cash management, purchasing, accounts payable, payroll, and utility billing to support effective financial planning and service delivery. Divisions within Finance handle critical tasks such as budget development, financial reporting, revenue administration, investment, and procurement. all aimed at maintaining a strong financial foundation. Committed to efficiency and accuracy, the Finance team plays a key role in managing public funds and enabling the City to provide high-quality services to the community.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
What You’ll Do
As our new Accounting Manager*, you will:
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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.
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Lead and develop staff, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, and implementing corrective actions to maintain a high-performing team.
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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).
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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.
What We’re Looking For
Someone who:
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Inspires and leads a high-performing Accounting Division, shapes policies, and fosters a collaborative, results-driven work environment.
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Ensures the City’s financial integrity, applies GAAP and GASB standards, monitors internal controls, analyzes fiscal data, and complies with federal, state, and local regulations.
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Drives continuous improvement and effective communication, streamlines processes, prepares clear reports, and represents the City to governmental agencies, community groups, and key stakeholders.
- Note: The official job classification for this position is: Fiscal Services Manager. Please click on the job description below for more details. Pending City Council's approval, the Accounting Manager will become a new standalone classification with an updated salary range of: $10,213.99 to $13,508.00 per month.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
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Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standing office equipment, including a computer.
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Operate a motor vehicle and visit various community sites.
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Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
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Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
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The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 10 pounds.
Ready to Apply?
Pending City Council's approval, the Accounting Manager will become a new standalone classification with an updated salary range of: $10,213.99 to $13,508.00 per month. 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. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Senior Human Resources Analyst/Risk Management Analyst, Veronica Zamora at [email protected].
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.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
