The City of Santa Clara’s Finance Department is entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the City’s financial integrity. It provides strategic guidance and manages fiscal operations to protect and optimize the City’s financial resources in alignment with City Council priorities, while ensuring full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and established accounting standards.

The department plays a key role in supporting all City departments and agencies by delivering a wide range of financial services. Its core responsibilities include financial planning, procurement, accounting operations, utility billing administration, and treasury management.