Robert Half is hiring: Finance Manager (Fiscal Services) in Bakersfield

Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is partnering with a local agency to fill a key role in their finance department. The Finance Manager — driving operational efficiency, financial accuracy, and policy alignment across a major division. The ideal leader thrives in analytics, process improvement, and managing people with high expectations.

For immediate and confidential consideration contact Tammy Power via LinkedIn

Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

• Monitor and analyze revenue and expenditures to maintain adherence to approved budgets.

• Manage capital projects, grant allocations, contracts, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Lead and mentor a team of financial and administrative professionals to achieve high performance.

• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational standards that enhance department outcomes.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to align financial strategies with organizational goals.

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to support decision-making and transparency.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to optimize fiscal operations.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and compliance standards while managing sensitive financial information.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in budgeting, operations, or management analysis.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience leading teams in a detail-oriented work environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to influence decisions and drive outcomes.
• Excellent communication abilities, capable of presenting complex financial information clearly.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines and managing sensitive information under pressure.
• Valid California driver’s license and candidates must complete required verification procedures.
• Proficiency in annual budgeting, month-end close processes, financial reporting, and cash flow forecasting.