The Finance department is responsible for protecting the City’s fiscal health and sustainability by maintaining compliance with financial policies and internal controls, accurate accounting of financial transactions, timely revenue collection and accounts receivable processing, timely payment of accounts payable, payroll and debt service, transparent and professional financial reporting, effective budget management, grant administration, cash and investment management, debt financing and administration, and ensuring efficient purchasing practices.  The department provides professional support to the City Council, City Manager and operating departments to assist them in making sound financial and organizational decisions that promote the fiscal sustainability of the City and its ability to provide services to the community.