Finance Manager II

 
The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.

The Monterey CountyDistrict Attorney’s Office is responsible for attending court and conducting all local criminal prosecutions. The District Attorney is a State Constitutional Officer when prosecuting crimes defined under State Law. Additionally, the office provides legal advice to all law enforcement agencies and provides training programs for their personnel; thus, increasing the probability of successful prosecutions. The mission of the Office is to promote justice, ensure that the rights of victims are upheld by treating them with dignity, respect and compassion, and aggressively and fairly prosecute those who violate the law.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic and highly skilled finance professional with deep expertise in public finance administration, advanced accounting operations, and comprehensive budget management. They will demonstrate strong leadership abilities, including developing staff, overseeing complex fiscal systems, and effectively communicating financial concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. This candidate will be adept at interpreting and applying state and federal regulations, producing accurate and insightful financial analyses, and ensuring compliance with rigorous audit standards related to grants. Above all, they will bring a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach that supports departmental goals and strengthens fiscal stewardship.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.