California Department of Finance Employee Directory
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
The California Department of Finance is a state government agency in the Government Administration sector, based in Sacramento, California. It serves as the Governor’s chief fiscal policy advisor and is responsible for preparing, explaining, and administering California’s annual financial plan, the California Budget, which guides resource allocation and fiscal integrity across the state. The department operates through a year-long process that begins with the Governor’s Budget submission to the Legislature in January, followed by revision in May, with the new fiscal year starting on July 1. Its core functions center on ensuring the financial health of the state and promoting responsible use of resources through the annual budget process. The department emphasizes values such as integrity, expertise, teamwork, respect, and problem solving, and is recognized for its long-standing role within state government.