Orange County Sanitation District, CA
Orange, California, United States
Mar 20, 2024
Full Time
Description What do you value in your next job? At the Orange County Sanitation District our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we'd love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further. Integrity, Inclusion, Honesty, and Respect We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, inclusion, honesty, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community. We strive to demonstrate these values in our actions, commitments, and service. Leadership, Teamwork, and Problem Solving We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely to achieve our mission. We strive to reach OC San goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective, and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts. Customer Service, Transparency, and Accountability We are committed to acting in a timely, accurate, accessible, and transparent manner through excellent customer service. We are committed to act in the best interest of our internal and external stakeholders. Resiliency, Innovation, and Learning We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities. We recognize that only through personal growth and development will we progress as an agency and as individuals. Safety We are committed to providing a safe work environment. We will demonstrate leadership, promote individual accountability, and participate actively in the advancement of our health and safety practices. OC San is currently looking to fill the role of a Senior Accountant. Under general direction, the Senior Accountant performs routine to complex professional accounting duties to maintain the general accounting system of the Sanitation District, and perform more difficult assignments, projects, analyses, and programs The selected individual will perform work using considerable discretion and independent judgement, and full and thorough knowledge of the concepts, practices, procedures, and policies of accounting and OC San. The Senior Accountant should establish objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver work products or services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. This person will also provide technical accounting assistance to other departments; interpret accounts, methods, and financial records. Qualifications & Requirements The successful candidate will possess: Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. Three (3) years of work experience in accounting and/or financial management. Recruitment & Selection Process Vacancies: 1 (an eligibility list will be established for future vacancies) Apply online at: https://www.ocsan.gov/jobs www.ocsan.gov/jobs APPLICATION FILING DEADLINE: Tuesday, April 2, 2024, by 5:00 P.M. PST. (or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received) Hiring Salary Range: $108,201.60 - $119,225.60 /Year (starting salary will be within this range based upon qualifications) Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 35 pounds. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen. Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: All Orange County Sanitation District employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the Orange County Sanitation District requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Probationary Period: All OC San employees, except classifications considered "at-will", are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, policies, and/or resolutions. Employees who have not yet successfully completed their initial probationary period serve "at-will" and may be released from employment without cause or recourse to any appeal or grievance procedures. Pre-Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of OC San's pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation, a physical examination, and a drug screen. Work Location Assignment: Employees will be assigned to a work location based on business needs which may be located at any/all of OC San locations; this work location may be changed at any time. OTHER INFORMATION For the full range of duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions please review the Classification Specification for this position here. Applicants must clearly demonstrate, through their application materials, that they meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the job announcement and class specification to receive further consideration. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification. To ensure your application is accurate and complete, please review the Job Application Guide Employment is contingent upon successful completion of OCSD's pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation and a physical examination. For some positions, this may include a drug screen. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification. Reference Checks will be conducted by OCSD to verify employment related information for all potential employees once a contingent job offer is made during the background investigation process. This is done to ensure that individuals who join OCSD are well qualified and have a strong potential to be successful in their employment. The extent of the inquiry will depend on the position being applied for, but will at least include: Verification/Reference from current and past employers Confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and degrees. Please have all necessary documentation ready. Additional inquiries may be necessary depending on the position for which you are applying. Human Resources will also schedule a post-offer physical examination once a job offer has been made. OCSD only accepts applications submitted via our online application system. Resumes submitted via mail, fax or email will not be accepted. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Vacation leave; eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday; sick leave; administrative leave; group life insurance; group disability insurance; group health insurance (employee contribution required), dependent coverage available, including medical, dental, and vision; a retirement* plan (Orange County Employees Retirement System) and the option of participating in a deferred compensation plan as well as other optional benefits. A credit union is available. Benefits are subject to the Board of Directors' periodic determination (usually annually) and the meet and confer process, and are therefore subject to change. The District makes a generous contribution toward the cost of these benefits. *New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to the retirement benefit formula and provisionsset forth by the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Actof 2013 (PEPRA). For more information on benefits, visit our website at https://www.ocsan.gov/about-us/jobs/employee-benefits 01 PLEASE READ. The information provided on the Supplemental Questions will be used in conjunction with your job application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected. Do not submit a resume in place of completing these Supplemental Questions. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at an accredited school in the United States. We reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript. Any information you submit may be verified. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit a resume in lieu of filling out the job application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information. Yes, I understand. 02 Do you have a Bachelor's degree from a college or university, which is accredited by the US Department of Education, with major course work in accounting, finance or a related field? ( NOTE: If you answered yes, include all pertinent details in the education section of your job application). Yes No 03 If yes, which best describes your Bachelor's degree major or emphasis? Accounting Finance Business Administration Public Administration Other 04 Do you have a Master's degree from a college or university, which is accredited by the US Department of Education, with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field? ( NOTE: If you answered yes, include all pertinent details in the education section of your job application). Yes No 05 If yes, which best describes your Master's degree major or emphasis? Accounting Finance Business Administration Public Administration Other 06 Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of accounting and/or financial management experience? Yes No 07 Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment? Yes No 08 Do you have experience working in a governmental environment, such as a public utility or municipality? Yes No 09 If you answered "yes" to question #8, briefly describe your governmental accounting experience, including the employer type (city, county, state, etc) and size of the governmental entity you worked for (# of employees and/or approximate budget). 10 Please check the appropriate box to indicate your experience with the following (check all that apply): Monthly, quarterly and fiscal year-end closing of records to produce financial reports Preparing a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report Preparing the State Controller's Report General ledger maintenance and account reconciliation Budget preparation Preparing and reviewing year-end audit schedules Debt service management Bank reconciliations None of the above 11 Describe your experience with the following: a) Preparing the year-end audit schedules and reports that are used in an organization's year-end comprehensive financial report. b) Working with auditors in preparation for an annual audit. In your response include the employer and number of years you performed the function. 12 The Senior Accountant will assist in the monthly, quarterly, and fiscal year-end closing of records to produce accurate financial reports under tight deadlines. Describe in detail your related experience; include the employer name and total number of years performing the function. 13 Briefly describe your experience analyzing the variances of actual spending and budgeted amounts during the month-end closing or on a regular basis. Explain how you investigate the variances and make the necessary adjustments or corrections. 14 Please check the appropriate box to indicate the computer software programs in which you are proficient (check all that apply): Excel Word Outlook Access None of the above 15 The Orange County Sanitation District uses an enterprise system known as JD Edwards (JDE) OneWorld for financial accounting and utility billing. Briefly describe your experience working with JDE or a similar financial system to perform general ledger account reviews, analysis, and reconciliations. 16 All Orange County Sanitation District employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the Orange County Sanitation District requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Click on the radio button below to acknowledge you understand these requirements. Yes, I understand. Required Question Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific