Finance Director

Finance Director

Central Basin Munic Water Dist, CA

FINANCE DIRECTOR

Central Basin Municipal Water District • Cerritos, CA

Central Basin Municipal Water District is seeking a

Finance Director to lead and oversee all financial activities of the District. This position reports to the

General Manager and plays a key leadership role in ensuring strong financial management, reporting, budgeting, and strategic capital/debt planning.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $199,646 to $238,387 annually

Excellent benefits package including 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.

4/10 work schedule

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all financial activities of the District, including planning, monitoring, and reporting

Lead financial reporting and ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness

Direct budget development and support budgetary recommendations to leadership

Manage capital and debt management activities

Provide strategic guidance to the leadership team on public financing, accounting, and investments

Drive improvements by supporting the implementation of enhancements and updates in financial systems

Lead, mentor, and manage assigned staff, fostering strong operational performance and collaboration

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a closely related field

Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional finance experience at a government agency, including three (3) years of management and supervisory experience

Application Deadline

September 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM

For a detailed job posting, go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/148329-1/finance-director.

Submit a cover letter and resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the position requirements via email to

hrdepartment@centralbasin.org.