Finance Director

City of Novato · Novato

Salary: $182,770 – $222,158 per year

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Posted October 16, 2026 Finance Director City of Novato Novato, CA, USA Full Time Compensation: $182,770 to $222,158 Annually • Finance/budget/treasury Application Deadline/Closing DateSunday, November 15, 2026 Located between San Francisco and Sonoma wine country, the City of Novato (pop. 53,000) offers a unique blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and an engaged, collaborative community. As the northernmost city in Marin County, Novato spans 28 square miles and is known for its innovative, service-oriented approach. The City's FY26-27 General Fund budget is $62.6 million, and its Capital Budget is $26 million. Novato seeks an accomplished, forward-thinking public finance leader to lead its 10-member Finance Department and serve as a trusted advisor to City leadership. The next Director will build on recent progress by advancing strategic financial planning, strengthening business practices, and developing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with strategic thinking, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a collaborative, hands-on leadership style. Competitive candidates will bring five years of progressively responsible professional financial experience, including three years of management and supervisory experience, and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A master's degree and/or CPA designation is desirable. Salary range is $182,770 - $222,158 (+ 4% in July 2027); salary is supplemented by a competitive benefits package. For additional information and to apply online, visit www.tbcrecruiting.com. This recruitment closes Sunday, November 15, 2026. Suzanne Mason ● 562.631.2500 www.tbcrecruiting.com Apply to this Job Apply to this Job Sign up for Job Alerts Apply to this Job Share this Job
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Posted October 16, 2026

Finance Director

City of Novato Novato, CA, USA Full Time Compensation: $182,770 to $222,158 Annually Application Deadline/Closing DateSunday, November 15, 2026

Located between San Francisco and Sonoma wine country, the City of Novato (pop. 53,000) offers a unique blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and an engaged, collaborative community. As the northernmost city in Marin County, Novato spans 28 square miles and is known for its innovative, service-oriented approach. The City's FY26-27 General Fund budget is $62.6 million, and its Capital Budget is $26 million.

Novato seeks an accomplished, forward-thinking public finance leader to lead its 10-member Finance Department and serve as a trusted advisor to City leadership. The next Director will build on recent progress by advancing strategic financial planning, strengthening business practices, and developing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with strategic thinking, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a collaborative, hands-on leadership style.

Competitive candidates will bring five years of progressively responsible professional financial experience, including three years of management and supervisory experience, and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A master's degree and/or CPA designation is desirable.

Salary range is $182,770 - $222,158 (+ 4% in July 2027); salary is supplemented by a competitive benefits package. For additional information and to apply online, visit www.tbcrecruiting.com. This recruitment closes Sunday, November 15, 2026.

Suzanne Mason ● 562.631.2500
www.tbcrecruiting.com

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This posting appears on Western City. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 20, 2026. It was last verified open on November 2, 2026.

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