Financial Reporting and Compliance Manager (Principal Administrative Analyst II) - Finance - SFPUC (1825) (154516)

Company Description

This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A.

• Application Opening: 05/14/2025
• Application Filing Deadline: 05/21/2025 
• Recruitment ID: PBT-1825-154516, RTF0154514-01117507

WHO ARE WE?

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC)
Headquartered in San Francisco, we have 2,300 employees operating across eight counties serving more than 2.7 million customers in the San Francisco Bay Area – 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.

Our Mission: To provide our customers with high quality, efficient, and reliable water, power, and wastewater services in a manner that values environmental and community interests and sustains the resources entrusted to our care.

Our Vision: We are an innovative utility leader, recognized for excellent results in service, safety, stewardship, and inclusiveness.

We are an award-winning and industry-leading utilities organization committed to our customers, community interests, and the environment. To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at https://www.sfpuc.gov.

We are proud of our infrastructure and programs, but most importantly, we value our highly qualified and dedicated workforce which ensures that this vision becomes a reality.

To learn more about working at the SFPUC, visit our career site at https://www.sfpuc.gov/about-us/careers-sfpuc

Job Description

The Financial Reporting and Compliance Manager reports to the Financial Reporting & Analysis Director and works closely with stakeholders across the SFPUC and other City departments as both a lead and strong individual contributor.

The Financial Reporting & Analysis (FRA) Division governs and oversees general ledger activities inclusive of, but not limited to: reconciliation and analysis of financial records; external financial audit facilitation; ensuring financial transactions are accurate, complete, and in compliance with legislative and/or administrative policies; representing the department in coordinating and responding to internal/external auditors and other City agencies; and manages the issuance key financial reports inclusive of the SFPUC Audited Financial Statements for three enterprises, the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, and the Popular Annual Financial Report. FRA independently conducts complex research and compiles accurate financial reporting for wide-scale departmental financial planning and auditing activities. They also support financial system administration and development for data validation, functionality, and integration.

The incumbent must be exceptionally skilled in financial reporting and data analysis, be able to create complex data and financial modeling, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and possess the necessary ability to work independently or collaboratively with others in an effective and efficient manner in high stress situations. This is often in a fast-paced work environment and the incumbent must be able to make complex judgments that requires the ability to make complex decisions without adversely affecting others. We are looking for a someone who is resourceful, has a self-starter attitude, and a strong business acumen which are crucial for maintaining positive working relationships with peers and management.

Essential Functions:

• Financial Compliance and Internal Controls: Ensure that financial activities and practices comply with laws, regulations, and industry standards, and that financial operations are transparent, accurate, and aligned with legal requirements. Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure accurate recording of financial transactions and safeguard assets. Oversee the organization’s adherence to accounting standards set by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), particularly GASB Statement No. 87 (related to leases) and GASB Statement No. 96 (related to subscription-based IT arrangements).
• Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation of financial reports, including the quarterly and annual financial statements, the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Popular Annual Financial Report. Ensure the integrity of financial data, verifying accuracy, completeness, and reliability. Communicate financial results and their implications clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders, providing explanations and context as needed.
• Financial Audits: Plan and schedule audit timelines and audit plans. Serve as the primary conta