Deputy General Manager - Finance & Administration

Join Our Team as Deputy General Manager - Finance & Administration!

Interested candidates should apply immediately by sending a resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Are you a seasoned finance and administration professional looking to make a significant impact in the water management sector? Westlands Water District is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as the Deputy General Manager - Finance & Administration.

About Us: Westlands Water District, formed in 1952, is a leader in agricultural water conservation and habitat restoration. Located in the San Joaquin Valley, we serve farmers and rural communities, ensuring efficient water distribution through our sophisticated enclosed system. Our mission is to provide reliable and affordable water services while championing innovative irrigation methods and environmental conservation.

Position Overview: As the Deputy General Manager - Finance & Administration, you will play a crucial role in overseeing all accounting, finance, election, and administration activities of the District. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, you will lead the Customer Accounting, General Accounting, Information Technology, and Procurement and Fleet Services Departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement divisional goals, objectives, and policies.
• Conduct critical financial analysis and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Formulate administrative policies for cost-effective operations.
• Oversee audit programs to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Serve as a liaison on various committees and task forces.
  
  

Ideal Candidate

• Strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles and internal controls.
• Proficiency in budget analysis, technical report interpretation, and staff evaluation.
• Excellent communication skills and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in researching and analyzing complex issues.
• Personal qualities of trustworthiness, integrity, and strong interpersonal skills.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Seven years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting, auditing, or financial management.
• Certification by the California Society of Certified Public Accountants is desirable.
• Ability to qualify for a fidelity bond.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Annual salary range: $120,000 - $275,016, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
  
  

Application Process: Interested candidates should apply immediately by sending a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. The application period is open from November 4, 2024, to December 4, 2024. For more information, visit our website at www.wwd.ca.gov.

Join us at Westlands Water District and contribute to our mission of sustainable water management and environmental stewardship. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

About Westlands Water District

Westlands receives water from the Central Valley Project, which is operated by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. The District’s water distribution system is comprised entirely of buried pipeline (approximately 1,100 miles of pipe) and is outfitted with over 3,000 water meters. Westlands continually invests in this sophisticated system, which measures every drop of water and minimizes losses caused by seepage and evaporation. Westlands is among the few, if not the only, agricultural water agencies in the United States that distributes water through an entirely enclosed system.Since its formation in 1952, the mission of the Westlands Water District has been to provide timely, reliable and affordable water services to landowners and water users in western Fresno and Kings Counties. These water services include the sustainable management and delivery of water supply, as well as the provision of ongoing education, advanced technology and innovative methods for environmental conservation.Westlands’ dedication to the communities and farms dependent on water deliveries and commitment to the preservation of its federal contract has led to the acquisition of additional water necessary to meet these needs. To support this mission, Westlands has adopted the following goals:Preserve and restore the federal contract water supply.Obtain supplemental water supplies through short and long-term purchases and transfers.Develop a process to examine the various options available for the purposes of supply enhancement and drainage mitigation.Support timely construction of cost-effective facilities to enhance the quality and reliability of water supplies.Conduct the maintenance, operational and administrative functions of Westlands in an efficient and effective manner.Implement and maintain an effective Water Conservation program by providing growers with accurate and current information and technical assistance to aid with water management planning.