The Finance Department, located in San Gabriel City Hall, is responsible for managing the financial operations of the City of San Gabriel in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, as well as applicable laws, regulations and City policies. The department develops and maintains effective financial planning and reporting, internal controls and central support systems to assist operating departments in achieving their program objectives. The budget also incorporates funding for the elected City Treasurer.

The department strives to provide proven information technologies to enhance internal City operations and business activities, and to implement robust security measures to protect City information and technology infrastructure. Information technology operations are now an internal service fund.  

The department is responsible for:

• Budget
• Financial reporting and analysis
• Accounting 
• Business license
• Alarm permits
• Garage sale permits
• Overnight parking permits
• Ambulance billing and other miscellaneous billing
• Master schedule of fees and charges