Systems Accountant III

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California United States  View Map
Posted: May 10, 2025
  • Salary: $83,948.80 - $115,564.80 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Job Description

    The Job

    San Bernardino County is recruiting for Systems Accountants III to lead Systems Accountants in developing, designing, and reviewing the most complex accounting system and procedure assignments. Essential duties include assisting departments in identifying, defining, and analyzing accounting and financial problems; developing and recommending a variety of departmental accounting systems; preparing procedures for and instructing departments in the implementation of new or modified systems; evaluating the feasibility of accounting systems; and coordinating the conversion of existing systems and procedures.

    The resulting eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur.

    For more detailed information, refer to the Systems Accountant III job description.

    Applications are also being accepted for Systems Accountant II , which requires a separate application .

    COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS

    Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2026*
    Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14


    Certified Public Accountant Stipend - $750 annual CPA stipend for employees who attain and maintain a valid CPA License.

    HEALTH BENEFITS

    PAID TIME OFF

    RETIREMENT PERKS
    • Medical & Dental: Family Coverage
    • Vision: Employee Coverage
    • Premium subsidies to offset health costs
    • Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses
    • Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
    • 11 days accruable sick leave
    • 15 paid holidays
    • Perfect Attendance Leave
    • Flexible work schedules (in some departments)
    • Generous pension
    • Retirement reciprocity may be available!
    • 457(b) Deferred Compensation
    • Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)

    DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability
    Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement

    Review the job-specific Benefit Summary by following this link .

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    1) Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.

    2) Travel throughout the County may be required, and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.


    Sponsorship:
    San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

    * Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.

    Minimum Requirements

    CANDIDATES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

    EDUCATION
    Must possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics OR a bachelor's degree in another field which must include 30 semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in accounting . (Transcripts with qualifying coursework is required if degree is in another field.)

    EXPERIENCE

    Must possess three (3) years of professional-level accounting experience that includes analyzing, designing, implementing, and/or maintaining computerized accounting systems . Experience must include documenting business requirements, functionality, systems controls, issues, procedures, and/or end-user training materials related to accounting systems. Experience must have been obtained within the last five (5) years. (Note: Experience as an end-user of accounting systems is not considered qualifying.)

    Substitution: One (1) year of professional-level accounting experience (equivalent to a San Bernardino County Senior Accountant/Auditor classification or higher) may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

    REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION (Must be attached):
    EDUCATION
    If qualifying with a Bachelor’s degree in another field, a copy of legible transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) MUST be attached to your application or submitted via fax to (909) 387-5819 Attn: Systems Accountant III or email to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov Subject: Systems Accountant III. Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application.

    IMPORTANT NOTES:

    EDUCATION
    Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Follow this link for more information on evaluation services.

    Desired Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will have extensive professional-level accounting experience analyzing, designing, implementing, and maintaining accounting systems ; procedures; maintaining system security, workflow and master data ; developing training materials; and having strong oral and written communication skills enabling them to communicate and translate complex technical accounting system topics in a clear and concise manner. Possession of CPA is desired.

    Selection Process

    Examination Procedure :
    There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

    Application Procedure :

    Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time .

    To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

    If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

    EEO/ADA:
    San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
    ADA Accommodation:
    If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
    Veterans’ Preference:
    Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information .

    For more important details, review the links below:

    Guide to Completing a County Job Application

    Applicant Information and the County Employment Process

    Administrative Services Unit

    The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

    For a summary of benefits, please click here .

    Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • San Bernardino County
    • San Bernardino County

    San Bernardino County is located in the heart of Southern California, home to over 2 million residents, encompassing 20,160 square miles from the Nevada State line and the Colorado River to the LA County line. This gives San Bernardino County a diverse climate and geography, from mountains as high as 11,502 feet, to the desert as low as 181 feet, and beautiful valleys in between. Pristine lakes and rivers, snow-capped mountain resorts, flowering deserts, and many other family-oriented recreational attractions take advantage of the natural assets of the area, most within an hour's drive. Families enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, colleges and universities, and easy access to airports, hospitals, libraries, and parks. The County provides a safe, clean and healthy environment for residents. A variety of shopping and business opportunities abound, in this, the largest County in the contiguous United States.

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