Temporary Public CFO/Controller — Finance Leadership

CalCPA; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Culver City is seeking a seasoned CPA to serve as temporary Assistant CFO/Controller. The role reports to the CFO and leads accounting, payroll, AP/AR, treasury, grant accounting, debt administration, and audit coordination to deliver accurate financial reporting.

The assignment may transition to permanent leadership as the department evolves. The position is full-time, primarily on-site at Culver City Hall, with potential for limited remote work after onboarding, and compensation of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible professional governmental accounting experience, including at least three years in supervisory/management roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership across accounting, payroll, AP/AR, treasury, grant accounting, debt administration, audit coordination, and financial reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure GASB/GAAP compliance and timely financial reporting.

Skills

Public sector accounting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Five years governmental accounting experience

Tools

CPA (Highly Desired)

CPFA/CPFO (Highly Desired)

Job description

City of Culver City is seeking a seasoned CPA to serve as temporary Assistant CFO/Controller. The role reports to the CFO and leads accounting, payroll, AP/AR, treasury, grant accounting, debt administration, and audit coordination to deliver accurate financial reporting.

The assignment may transition to permanent leadership as the department evolves. The position is full-time, primarily on-site at Culver City Hall, with potential for limited remote work after onboarding, and compensation of