CLARK COUNTY, NV
Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Business License Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Accountant I/II position. This position will perform a variety of responsible fiscal, accounting, and financial record keeping duties while gaining detailed knowledge about the Business License Department. The ideal candidate will review accounting and financial documents for accuracy of information and calculations, participate in the daily and monthly deposit reconciliation as well as other important financial duties. This position will also help with the implementation of the general ledger process to a new core system. This candidate will be a part of the Revenue and Compliance Unit and report to the Assistant Manager of Finance. Accountant I: $29.44 - $45.66 Hourly Accountant II: $31.79 - 49.33 Hourly The Accountant Iis a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Accountant II. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Accountant I - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. Experience in a full-time professional accounting role, which has provided the skills and knowledge to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Accountant II - In addition to the above: Minimum of one (1) year of full-time professional accounting experience. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Licenses and Certification: Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Reviews accounting and financial documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and makes correcting entries; examines supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with contracts and other agreements, policies and appropriate regulations. Prepares and maintains control and subsidiary accounting records; prepares trial balances and financial reports. Compiles and prepares journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts and bank statements; makes correcting entries as required; compiles and prepares financial reports and supporting schedules and documentation. Maintains expenditure and budgetary control accounts; may compile departmental operational and/or capital improvement figures and review and authorize expenditures; prepares cash transfers among funds. Maintains financial records for various funding sources, including grants and capital improvement projects; prepares reports for such funding agencies. Reviews invoices, ensures proper documentation, balances against requisitions, purchase orders and contracts and authorizes payment; maintains records of leases and applicable payments; audits various accounting and financial documents for accuracy and appropriateness. Confers with operating staff, vendors, contractors and others regarding invoices and payment status. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Installs and maintains automated financial control and reporting systems; instructs others in the use of such systems. Maintains accurate records and files. May perform cost and/or rate studies and analyze cost factors. May direct the work of others on a project or day-to-day basis. May maintain inventory records and participate in physical inventories. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may operate a County or personal vehicle to visit various work sites and attend off-site meetings. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: 9/26/2023 5:01 PM Pacific
Sep 13, 2023
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Business License Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Accountant I/II position. This position will perform a variety of responsible fiscal, accounting, and financial record keeping duties while gaining detailed knowledge about the Business License Department. The ideal candidate will review accounting and financial documents for accuracy of information and calculations, participate in the daily and monthly deposit reconciliation as well as other important financial duties. This position will also help with the implementation of the general ledger process to a new core system. This candidate will be a part of the Revenue and Compliance Unit and report to the Assistant Manager of Finance. Accountant I: $29.44 - $45.66 Hourly Accountant II: $31.79 - 49.33 Hourly The Accountant Iis a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Accountant II. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Accountant I - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. Experience in a full-time professional accounting role, which has provided the skills and knowledge to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Accountant II - In addition to the above: Minimum of one (1) year of full-time professional accounting experience. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Licenses and Certification: Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Reviews accounting and financial documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and makes correcting entries; examines supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with contracts and other agreements, policies and appropriate regulations. Prepares and maintains control and subsidiary accounting records; prepares trial balances and financial reports. Compiles and prepares journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts and bank statements; makes correcting entries as required; compiles and prepares financial reports and supporting schedules and documentation. Maintains expenditure and budgetary control accounts; may compile departmental operational and/or capital improvement figures and review and authorize expenditures; prepares cash transfers among funds. Maintains financial records for various funding sources, including grants and capital improvement projects; prepares reports for such funding agencies. Reviews invoices, ensures proper documentation, balances against requisitions, purchase orders and contracts and authorizes payment; maintains records of leases and applicable payments; audits various accounting and financial documents for accuracy and appropriateness. Confers with operating staff, vendors, contractors and others regarding invoices and payment status. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Installs and maintains automated financial control and reporting systems; instructs others in the use of such systems. Maintains accurate records and files. May perform cost and/or rate studies and analyze cost factors. May direct the work of others on a project or day-to-day basis. May maintain inventory records and participate in physical inventories. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may operate a County or personal vehicle to visit various work sites and attend off-site meetings. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: 9/26/2023 5:01 PM Pacific
Stanislaus County, CA
Modesto, California, United States
About the Opportunity THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Stanislaus County is looking for enthusiastic professionals to join our team. The Accountant I/II classification can be found throughout our 27 departments. This recruitment is being conducted to fill immediate full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County, To learn more about Stanislaus County departments, click here . Stanislaus County now offers an employee bonus worth up to $10,000! Click here for details. THE POSITION The Accountant I is the entry-level class in the Accountant series. Incumbents in this class perform accounting work necessary to establish and maintain accounts and records, while receiving training in specialized areas, under general supervision. This entry-level position performs related duties as required. The Accountant II is the journey level class in the Accountant series. At this level, incumbents perform more difficult and complex professional accounting work. Incumbents work independently, require minimal supervision, and may direct the work of lower-level professional, technical, and clerical staff. This journey-level position performs related duties as assigned. Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Mid Management/Supervisory bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday, and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Ensures accurate financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Determines appropriate allocation basis, identifying accounting methodology alternatives and selecting the most appropriate method, ensuring the departments are following basic concepts of conservatism and consistency, reconciliation of sub-ledgers to the general ledger, analyzing the budget and projecting actual revenues and expenditures; Assists in budget preparation, recording, reporting and monitoring of fiscal and financial data; Reviews, monitors and evaluates the Monthly Financial Reports and coordinates regular meetings with the managers to discuss financial reports and program fiscal operations; Gathers, prepares and tabulates fiscal data for use by staff, management and auditors; Analyzes and determines appropriate distribution of departmental expenses; Designs, enhances, and prepares spreadsheets as needed for Accounting systems and documentation; Reconciles General Ledger accounts; Assists with Annual Financial Statement and Cost Report Audits; Performs professional level work in auditing, general, grant and cost accounting; Participates in difficult and complex studies for special districts, funds or trusts, agency accounts, and traveling as necessary; Provides assistance in the preparation of the County budgets, annual audits and internal controls; Consults with administrative and program managers on financial data; Consults with program managers and supervisors on budget and monitor financial reports; Provides technical and functional supervision over clerical and paraprofessional accounting staff; Compiles data, prepares reports, prepares financial statements, and conducts special studies as directed; Prepare and submit financial reports to Federal and State agencies; Responds to inquiries and works directly with program management to provide accurate and complete information for program and agency planning; Analyzes and evaluates accounting problems, and develops appropriate data and recommendations in the preparation of reports and statements; Researches, studies and applies various Federal, State and local codes and ordinances to assure legal compliance; Utilize the Internal Auditing and Consulting standards; Interprets and analyzes computer data and material, defines problem areas and draws logical conclusions; and Uses critical thinking skills. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) ACCOUNTANT I SKILLS/ABILITIES Analyze data, define problem areas and draw logical conclusions; Perform mathematical calculations; Understand and apply the principles, laws, and procedures involved in accounting and auditing functions; Examine, verify and maintain records; Perform entry level professional accounting work; Supervise and train clerical/technical employees; Prepare and complete accounting statements and statistical and narrative reports; Learn and apply the more difficult accounting/financial monitoring and auditing principles and procedures; Establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships; Focus on the customer, budget, and processes, while building partnerships and driving innovation; and Communicate well both orally and in writing, and interpret fiscal policies, practices and methods to governmental officials and department heads. KNOWLEDGE Basic governmental, auditing, accounting and budgeting methods principles and practices; Fiscal record keeping systems and functions; Principles of supervision and training; Financial management systems and management information systems and principles; Computer systems and their application to accounting and reporting functions; and Working knowledge of the laws, ordinances and regulations governing the financial operation of the County and its departments. ACCOUNTANT II SKILLS/ABILITIES Analyze data, define problem areas and draw logical conclusions; Maintain records and prepare accounting, statistical and narrative reports; Perform journal level professional accounting procedures, compile data and prepare complex financial statements and reports; Train, supervise and evaluate work of the entry-level accountants and clerical personnel; Develop, coordinate and organize accounting and auditing systems and apply to electronic data processing; Establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships; and Communicate well both orally and in writing, and interpret fiscal policies, practices and methods to governmental officials and department heads. KNOWLEDGE Basic governmental, auditing, accounting and budgeting methods principles and practices; Fiscal record keeping systems and functions; Principles of supervision and training; Financial management systems and management information systems and principles; Computer systems and their application to accounting and reporting functions; and Working knowledge of the laws, ordinances and regulations governing the financial operation of the County and its departments. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE FOR ACCOUNTANT I PATTERN I Bachelor of Arts degree with major or work in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Economics. PATTERN II The equivalent of 24 semester units of college coursework in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or Economics; AND Two (2) years experience equivalent to an Accounting Technician performing complex and highly responsible technical clerical accounting work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records. The Accountant I classification is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification. For more information please click here . EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE FOR ACCOUNTANT II PATTERN I Bachelor of Arts degree with major or work in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Economics; AND One (1) year experience equivalent to an Accountant I performing complex and highly responsible technical accounting work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records; OR PATTERN II The equivalent of 24 semester units of college coursework in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or Economics; AND Two (2) years experience performing complex and highly responsible technical accounting work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records. One year must be the equivalent to an Accountant I and must include: journal entries, posting ledgers, trial balances and reconciliation's to establish and maintain accounting books and records. Proof of education (transcript) is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-525-6341 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: Continuous Written Examination: Tentatively every two weeks Oral Examination: Tentatively One week after Written exam Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus Co unty . GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
About the Opportunity THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Stanislaus County is looking for enthusiastic professionals to join our team. The Accountant I/II classification can be found throughout our 27 departments. This recruitment is being conducted to fill immediate full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County, To learn more about Stanislaus County departments, click here . Stanislaus County now offers an employee bonus worth up to $10,000! Click here for details. THE POSITION The Accountant I is the entry-level class in the Accountant series. Incumbents in this class perform accounting work necessary to establish and maintain accounts and records, while receiving training in specialized areas, under general supervision. This entry-level position performs related duties as required. The Accountant II is the journey level class in the Accountant series. At this level, incumbents perform more difficult and complex professional accounting work. Incumbents work independently, require minimal supervision, and may direct the work of lower-level professional, technical, and clerical staff. This journey-level position performs related duties as assigned. Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Mid Management/Supervisory bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classification position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months, for a total of eighteen months. Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday, and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Typical Tasks Ensures accurate financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Determines appropriate allocation basis, identifying accounting methodology alternatives and selecting the most appropriate method, ensuring the departments are following basic concepts of conservatism and consistency, reconciliation of sub-ledgers to the general ledger, analyzing the budget and projecting actual revenues and expenditures; Assists in budget preparation, recording, reporting and monitoring of fiscal and financial data; Reviews, monitors and evaluates the Monthly Financial Reports and coordinates regular meetings with the managers to discuss financial reports and program fiscal operations; Gathers, prepares and tabulates fiscal data for use by staff, management and auditors; Analyzes and determines appropriate distribution of departmental expenses; Designs, enhances, and prepares spreadsheets as needed for Accounting systems and documentation; Reconciles General Ledger accounts; Assists with Annual Financial Statement and Cost Report Audits; Performs professional level work in auditing, general, grant and cost accounting; Participates in difficult and complex studies for special districts, funds or trusts, agency accounts, and traveling as necessary; Provides assistance in the preparation of the County budgets, annual audits and internal controls; Consults with administrative and program managers on financial data; Consults with program managers and supervisors on budget and monitor financial reports; Provides technical and functional supervision over clerical and paraprofessional accounting staff; Compiles data, prepares reports, prepares financial statements, and conducts special studies as directed; Prepare and submit financial reports to Federal and State agencies; Responds to inquiries and works directly with program management to provide accurate and complete information for program and agency planning; Analyzes and evaluates accounting problems, and develops appropriate data and recommendations in the preparation of reports and statements; Researches, studies and applies various Federal, State and local codes and ordinances to assure legal compliance; Utilize the Internal Auditing and Consulting standards; Interprets and analyzes computer data and material, defines problem areas and draws logical conclusions; and Uses critical thinking skills. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience) ACCOUNTANT I SKILLS/ABILITIES Analyze data, define problem areas and draw logical conclusions; Perform mathematical calculations; Understand and apply the principles, laws, and procedures involved in accounting and auditing functions; Examine, verify and maintain records; Perform entry level professional accounting work; Supervise and train clerical/technical employees; Prepare and complete accounting statements and statistical and narrative reports; Learn and apply the more difficult accounting/financial monitoring and auditing principles and procedures; Establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships; Focus on the customer, budget, and processes, while building partnerships and driving innovation; and Communicate well both orally and in writing, and interpret fiscal policies, practices and methods to governmental officials and department heads. KNOWLEDGE Basic governmental, auditing, accounting and budgeting methods principles and practices; Fiscal record keeping systems and functions; Principles of supervision and training; Financial management systems and management information systems and principles; Computer systems and their application to accounting and reporting functions; and Working knowledge of the laws, ordinances and regulations governing the financial operation of the County and its departments. ACCOUNTANT II SKILLS/ABILITIES Analyze data, define problem areas and draw logical conclusions; Maintain records and prepare accounting, statistical and narrative reports; Perform journal level professional accounting procedures, compile data and prepare complex financial statements and reports; Train, supervise and evaluate work of the entry-level accountants and clerical personnel; Develop, coordinate and organize accounting and auditing systems and apply to electronic data processing; Establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships; and Communicate well both orally and in writing, and interpret fiscal policies, practices and methods to governmental officials and department heads. KNOWLEDGE Basic governmental, auditing, accounting and budgeting methods principles and practices; Fiscal record keeping systems and functions; Principles of supervision and training; Financial management systems and management information systems and principles; Computer systems and their application to accounting and reporting functions; and Working knowledge of the laws, ordinances and regulations governing the financial operation of the County and its departments. We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE FOR ACCOUNTANT I PATTERN I Bachelor of Arts degree with major or work in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Economics. PATTERN II The equivalent of 24 semester units of college coursework in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or Economics; AND Two (2) years experience equivalent to an Accounting Technician performing complex and highly responsible technical clerical accounting work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records. The Accountant I classification is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification. For more information please click here . EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE FOR ACCOUNTANT II PATTERN I Bachelor of Arts degree with major or work in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Economics; AND One (1) year experience equivalent to an Accountant I performing complex and highly responsible technical accounting work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records; OR PATTERN II The equivalent of 24 semester units of college coursework in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or Economics; AND Two (2) years experience performing complex and highly responsible technical accounting work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records. One year must be the equivalent to an Accountant I and must include: journal entries, posting ledgers, trial balances and reconciliation's to establish and maintain accounting books and records. Proof of education (transcript) is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-525-6341 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Application Deadline: Continuous Written Examination: Tentatively every two weeks Oral Examination: Tentatively One week after Written exam Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus Co unty . GENERAL INFORMATION Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Kennewick, WA
Kennewick, WA, United States
Description OPEN UNTIL FILLED. First review on August 25. Level I: $5,840 - $8,176 monthly Level II: $7,056 - $9,878 monthly CORE VALUE STATEMENT The City of Kennewick will provide excellent public service and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We value integrity, inclusiveness, stewardship and communication. We are accountable to our community for innovative and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources and deliver solutions. SAFETY STATEMENT We expect our employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and by the City's Accident Prevention Plan. This includes but is not limited to actively identifying and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action; emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans. CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY Under general direction, performs a wide variety of professional level accounting, budgeting, cash management and financial reporting functions. Maintains official city accounting records in accordance with the system of accounting prescribed by the Washington State Auditor's Office and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Works with the Accounting Manager to develop and implement financial policies and internal controls to ensure proper financial reporting and safeguarding of city assets. Works as a team member on research projects, analytical studies and/or other special projects. Level I and II Accountant are distinguished by the degree of complexity of assignments and the level of independence with which the position operates as well as the experience required to perform the work. Examples of Work Performed (Illustrative Only) The following list reflects the essential job duties and responsibilities of this classification, but should not be considered all-inclusive. The incumbent will be expected to perform other related duties as assigned. Level I: Prepares various financial reports, statements and projections using guidelines of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting concepts. Maintains journals, ledgers and other financial records, establishes financial status of various funds and reconciles discrepancies as needed. Accounts for grants, local improvement districts (LID) and related bond issues and other long term debt of the City; monitors related revenues and/or expenditures; analyzes available cash balances, computes total costs and submits reimbursement requests for grants, prepares annual debt service schedules and initiates bond calls in accordance with state law and city codes. Assists departments in preparing biennial budget and projecting year end account and grant balances by extracting, analyzing and projecting financial records and statistical computations. Makes recommendations based upon results. Assists in the development of internal control procedures by identifying and notifying management of any discrepancies or inconsistencies and making recommendations for improvements. Provides support on citywide financial projects, analytical studies and/or special projects. Performs other related duties as assigned. Level II: Acts in a lead capacity in citywide financial projects, analytical studies and/or special projects that involve multiple city departments and/or parties external to the organization. Employment Standards This position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field, or any combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties listed above. Level I & II: Must pass a criminal background investigation. Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification. Must maintain regular attendance and punctuality. Level II: Five or more years of experience involving the preparation of financial statements and reports and the interpretation and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time City of Kennewick Non-Contract employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through City Council or administrative action or changes mandated by state and federal law. Paid Holidays 12 per year (9 scheduled; 3 “floating”) New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and three floating holidays selected by the employee. An employee will accrue one of the three floating holidays on each of the following days: February 1, February 12, and August 31. An employee will only accrue a floating holiday on these days if actually employed. Paid Time Off (PTO) The purpose of PTO is to compensate employees for absences due to injury, illness, vacation and personal business. In addition, the program is designed to provide employees with personal flexibility regarding the use of leave hours. PTO hours accrue based upon the actual number of regular hours worked. Accrual per Month: 0-5yrs 6-9yrs 10-14yrs 15-19yrs 20-24yrs 25-29yrs 30+yrs 12 hours 15 hours 17 hours 19 hours 21 hours 23 hours 25 hours Retirement Plan All City employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The City and the employee both contribute toward the plan. PERS provides regular retirement and disability retirement benefits. City employees also participate in the Social Security Program. Rates effective as of 09/01/2023. ( www.drs.wa.gov ) PERS Employee Contribution Rate Employer Contribution Rate Plan II 6.36% 9.53% Plan III Employee Choice (see booklet) 9.53% Deferred Comp The City contributes an equivalent of 5% of your regular monthly salary to Mission Square Retirement (previously ICMA) deferred compensation program. No employee match required, but employees may contribute towards plan if desired. ( www.icmarc.org ) Medical, Dental& Vision Insurance The City currently pays the entire dental and vision insurance premiums for the employee and dependents.Employee current premium share is $180.00 per month for medical insurance to cover themselves and dependents. Life Insurance 1.5 x annual salary (not to exceed $250K) provided by the City of Kennewick. Employee may purchase Voluntary Term Life Insurance for employee, spouse and/or dependents through New York Life (previously Cigna). Long Term Disability The City pays the entire long-term disability premium for employees through New York Life (previously Cigna). Wellness Program The Wellness Program has been established to encourage employee health and fitness, both at work and at home. A City Wellness Committee promotes and provides opportunities for healthy lifestyles. Employee fitness center is open to all employees and their spouses. Employee Assistance An Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is provided by the City to assist you and family members, providing counseling and treatment in such areas as stress, drug and alcohol abuse and family counseling. Other Benefits Offered Flexible Spending Plan (Pre-Tax Deduction for Medical/Dental and Day Care) Aflac Supplemental Insurance Tuition Assistance Bereavement Leave Overtime Direct Deposit (paydays are 5th and 20th of the month)
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
Description OPEN UNTIL FILLED. First review on August 25. Level I: $5,840 - $8,176 monthly Level II: $7,056 - $9,878 monthly CORE VALUE STATEMENT The City of Kennewick will provide excellent public service and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We value integrity, inclusiveness, stewardship and communication. We are accountable to our community for innovative and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources and deliver solutions. SAFETY STATEMENT We expect our employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and by the City's Accident Prevention Plan. This includes but is not limited to actively identifying and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action; emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans. CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY Under general direction, performs a wide variety of professional level accounting, budgeting, cash management and financial reporting functions. Maintains official city accounting records in accordance with the system of accounting prescribed by the Washington State Auditor's Office and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Works with the Accounting Manager to develop and implement financial policies and internal controls to ensure proper financial reporting and safeguarding of city assets. Works as a team member on research projects, analytical studies and/or other special projects. Level I and II Accountant are distinguished by the degree of complexity of assignments and the level of independence with which the position operates as well as the experience required to perform the work. Examples of Work Performed (Illustrative Only) The following list reflects the essential job duties and responsibilities of this classification, but should not be considered all-inclusive. The incumbent will be expected to perform other related duties as assigned. Level I: Prepares various financial reports, statements and projections using guidelines of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting concepts. Maintains journals, ledgers and other financial records, establishes financial status of various funds and reconciles discrepancies as needed. Accounts for grants, local improvement districts (LID) and related bond issues and other long term debt of the City; monitors related revenues and/or expenditures; analyzes available cash balances, computes total costs and submits reimbursement requests for grants, prepares annual debt service schedules and initiates bond calls in accordance with state law and city codes. Assists departments in preparing biennial budget and projecting year end account and grant balances by extracting, analyzing and projecting financial records and statistical computations. Makes recommendations based upon results. Assists in the development of internal control procedures by identifying and notifying management of any discrepancies or inconsistencies and making recommendations for improvements. Provides support on citywide financial projects, analytical studies and/or special projects. Performs other related duties as assigned. Level II: Acts in a lead capacity in citywide financial projects, analytical studies and/or special projects that involve multiple city departments and/or parties external to the organization. Employment Standards This position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field, or any combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties listed above. Level I & II: Must pass a criminal background investigation. Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification. Must maintain regular attendance and punctuality. Level II: Five or more years of experience involving the preparation of financial statements and reports and the interpretation and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time City of Kennewick Non-Contract employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through City Council or administrative action or changes mandated by state and federal law. Paid Holidays 12 per year (9 scheduled; 3 “floating”) New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and three floating holidays selected by the employee. An employee will accrue one of the three floating holidays on each of the following days: February 1, February 12, and August 31. An employee will only accrue a floating holiday on these days if actually employed. Paid Time Off (PTO) The purpose of PTO is to compensate employees for absences due to injury, illness, vacation and personal business. In addition, the program is designed to provide employees with personal flexibility regarding the use of leave hours. PTO hours accrue based upon the actual number of regular hours worked. Accrual per Month: 0-5yrs 6-9yrs 10-14yrs 15-19yrs 20-24yrs 25-29yrs 30+yrs 12 hours 15 hours 17 hours 19 hours 21 hours 23 hours 25 hours Retirement Plan All City employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The City and the employee both contribute toward the plan. PERS provides regular retirement and disability retirement benefits. City employees also participate in the Social Security Program. Rates effective as of 09/01/2023. ( www.drs.wa.gov ) PERS Employee Contribution Rate Employer Contribution Rate Plan II 6.36% 9.53% Plan III Employee Choice (see booklet) 9.53% Deferred Comp The City contributes an equivalent of 5% of your regular monthly salary to Mission Square Retirement (previously ICMA) deferred compensation program. No employee match required, but employees may contribute towards plan if desired. ( www.icmarc.org ) Medical, Dental& Vision Insurance The City currently pays the entire dental and vision insurance premiums for the employee and dependents.Employee current premium share is $180.00 per month for medical insurance to cover themselves and dependents. Life Insurance 1.5 x annual salary (not to exceed $250K) provided by the City of Kennewick. Employee may purchase Voluntary Term Life Insurance for employee, spouse and/or dependents through New York Life (previously Cigna). Long Term Disability The City pays the entire long-term disability premium for employees through New York Life (previously Cigna). Wellness Program The Wellness Program has been established to encourage employee health and fitness, both at work and at home. A City Wellness Committee promotes and provides opportunities for healthy lifestyles. Employee fitness center is open to all employees and their spouses. Employee Assistance An Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is provided by the City to assist you and family members, providing counseling and treatment in such areas as stress, drug and alcohol abuse and family counseling. Other Benefits Offered Flexible Spending Plan (Pre-Tax Deduction for Medical/Dental and Day Care) Aflac Supplemental Insurance Tuition Assistance Bereavement Leave Overtime Direct Deposit (paydays are 5th and 20th of the month)
Description DEFINITION I Incumbents learn to perform professional financial, accounting and auditing duties for countywide programs and activities, including special districts. II Performs professional level financial, accounting and auditing duties for county-wide programs and activities; prepares financial reports; conducts analytical review of financial information; prepares projections; performs research and analysis of accounting and statistical data. III Performs the most complex professional level financial, accounting and auditing duties for county-wide programs and activities; prepares financial reports; conducts analytical review of financial information; prepares projections; performs research and analysis of accounting and statistical data. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS I This is the entry level in the Auditor series. Since this class is used as a training class, employees may have only limited related work experience. This class is distinguished from the Auditor-Accountant II by the former's performance of the more routine professional tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Positions assigned to this level are not expected to function at the same skill level and exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. This class of Auditor-Accountant is found only in the Auditor-Controller's Office. The Auditor-Accountant class is distinguished from the Accountant class in that the duties of the Auditor-Accountants is broader in scope, encompasses county-wide responsibilities for financial activities, and may be assigned auditing duties. For purposes of staff development, incumbents in this class will be rotated among a variety of accounting assignments and may be assigned accounting duties in the General Accounting, Property Tax, Grants or Financial Systems responsibilities of the Auditor-Controller's Office, and may be assigned auditing duties in accordance with the internal audit responsibilities statutorily assigned to the Auditor-Controller's Office. II This is the journey level in the Auditor-Accountant series, performing a full range of moderately complex professional auditing and accounting functions. Positions assigned to this class are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Positions in this class receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are expected to become fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Auditor-Accountant III in that the latter performs or leads major specialized accounting Activities, or independently performs the most difficult or complex audits. The Auditor-Accountant class is distinguished from the Accountant class in that the duties of the Auditor-Accountants is broader in scope, encompass county-wide responsibilities for financial activities as opposed to departmental activities; in addition Auditor-Accountants may be assigned auditing duties. Employees ensure that activities are executed according to established policies, procedures, laws and regulations, and assist in formulating and recommending fiscal policies and guidelines. The class of Auditor-Accountant is found only in the Auditor-Controller's Office. For purposes of staff development, incumbents in this class will be rotated among a variety of accounting and auditing assignments, and may be assigned accounting duties in the General Accounting, Property Tax Administration, or Financial Systems areas of the Auditor-Controller's Office, or may be assigned auditing duties in the Internal Audit Function of the Auditor-Controller's Office. III Auditor-Accountant III is the advanced journey level in the Auditor-Accountant series, performing or leading major specialized accounting activities, or independently performing the most difficult or complex audits. Employees in this class possess highly specialized knowledge, abilities, skills and experience, and carry out necessary activities without direction except as new or unusual circumstances arise. Judgment is required both in interpreting established policies, goals, and objectives, and in applying concepts, plans, and strategies. Incumbents at the III level may provide technical and functional supervision over clerical, paraprofessional, and professional accounting staff. The class of Auditor-Accountant is found only in the Auditor-Controller's Office. The Auditor-Accountant class is distinguished from the Accountant class in that the duties of the Auditor-Accountants is broader in scope, encompass county-wide responsibilities for financial activities as opposed to departmental activities; in addition Auditor-Accountants may be assigned auditing duties. Employees ensure that activities are executed according to established policies, procedures, laws and regulations, and formulate and recommend fiscal policies and guidelines. For purposes of staff development, incumbents in this class will be rotated among a variety of accounting and auditing assignments, and may be assigned accounting duties in the General Accounting, Property Tax Administration, or Financial Systems areas of the Auditor-Controller's Office, or may be assigned auditing duties in the Internal Audit Function of the Auditor-Controller's Office. REPORTS TO County Auditor-Controller/Assistant Auditor-Controller. May provide technical and functional assistance to clerical, paraprofessional, and professional accounting staff. CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED: As assigned, incumbents may provide some work direction and coordination for fiscal support staff and payroll staff. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with other staff. Example of Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following: I Learns to review and recommend to management for approval various Federal/State grant claims, SB90 claims and other cost and financial reports submitted by other departments. Participates in the preparation of complex financial reports, such as the Cost Allocation Plan, Property Tax Administration Fee, Daily Jail Rate, and Booking Fees. Learns to develop revenue and expenditure projections for other departments and outside agencies for budgetary and/or financial data analysis, which have major county-wide impact. Assists in the development and formulation of county-wide fiscal policies, procedures, and guidelines with regards to cost reporting and Grants accounting in conformity with established standards, laws, rules and regulations. Distributes county-wide property taxes, special assessments, bond payments: apportions the interest earnings from the Treasurer's investments to various funds and agencies. Learns to analyze a variety of periodic complex reports and/or fiscal problems involving cost accounting, statistics, and legal research. Provides direct technical support as assigned for use in reporting to the CAO, Board of Supervisors, courts, grand jury, and the public on matters relating to labor negotiations, budgets, analysis of statistical and financial data, and other special projects; interviews staff at all levels to gather information for use in specialized accounting projects. Learns to plan/recommend procedures for the compilation and calculation of building and equipment usage, allocation of costs based on workflow and staffing patterns, space utilization for various functions. Performs analytical review of costs and fiscal data; learns to prepare complex and difficult adjusting entries and transfers appropriations. May review or supervise the work of clerical personnel in making entries, reconciliations or performing other payroll and other fiscal functions. Assists in the annual risk assessment used in developing the annual audit plan and in updating the internal audit function long-range strategic plan: learns to identify risk factors and vulnerability risks. Meets with county management internal auditor staff to develop/identify the audit scope and objective; interviews staff at all levels to gather preliminary information for use in planning the audit. Learns to develop and perform tests of the internal controls and identify opportunities to improve internal controls. Learns to develop and perform audit tests and procedures which include but are not limited to analysis and/or reconciliation of financial information; analysis of operational and performance information; verification of financial transactions and balances for accuracy, completeness and validity; observation of controls and/or processes, confirmation with outside organizations. Analysis may involve the use of statistical and/or quantitative methodologies performed manually or by using various automated audit tools. Learns to document and independently and objectively evaluates the audit evidence and the results of audit tests to draw a conclusion regarding the objectives of the audit; identifies the possible causes and any contributing factors of any conditions that negatively impact the county's ability to meet its objectives. Learns to develop feasible and cost-effective recommendations concerning identified weaknesses or conditions. Prepares and presents written reports for use in presentation to county management and outside agencies based on the independent assessment of documented audit evidence. Assists in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements. Reviews and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting and property tax systems and procedures; reviews the corrective action/determine status of audit findings. Serves as a liaison with other government agencies, auditors, and the public. Prepares and presents written reports for use in presentation to county management and outside agencies based on the independent assessment of documented audit evidence. Assists in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements. Reviews and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting and property tax systems and procedures; reviews the corrective action/determine status of audit findings. Serves as a liaison with other government agencies, auditors, and the public II Reviews and recommends to management for approval various Federal/State grant claims, SB90 claims and other cost and financial reports submitted by other departments. Participates in the preparation of complex financial reports, such as the Cost Allocation Plan, Property Tax Administration Fee, Daily Jail Rate, and Booking Fees. Assists in the development of revenue and expenditure projections for other departments and outside agencies for budgetary and/or financial data analysis, which have major county-wide impact. Assists in the development and formulation of county-wide fiscal policies, procedures, and guidelines with regards to cost reporting and Grants accounting in conformity with established standards, laws, rules and regulations. Distributes county-wide property taxes, special assessments, bond payments: apportions the interest earnings from the Treasurer's investments to various funds and agencies. Analyzes a variety of periodic complex reports and/or fiscal problems involving cost accounting, statistics, and legal research. Provides direct technical support as assigned for use in reporting to the CAO, Board of Supervisors, courts, grand jury, and the public on matters relating to labor negotiations, budgets, analysis of statistical and financial data, and other special projects; interviews staff at all levels to gather information for use in specialized accounting projects. Plans and recommends procedures for the compilation and calculation of building and equipment usage, allocation of costs based on workflow and staffing patterns, space utilization for various functions. Performs analytical review of costs and fiscal data; assists in the preparation of complex and difficult adjusting entries and transfers appropriations. Provides technical accounting training to all County fiscal staff; analyzes administrative and accounting weaknesses and provides training as deemed necessary; develops and maintains training manuals; conducts surveys and gathers data to determine training needs; develops and maintains County-wide accounting manual; monitors all changes in governmental accounting principles. May oversee or review the work of clerical personnel in making entries, reconciliations or performing other payroll and other fiscal functions. Assists in the planning and recommending of the annual risk assessment used in developing the annual audit plan and in updating the internal audit function long-range strategic plan: learns to identify risk factors and vulnerability risks. Meets with county management and internal Auditor-Accountant staff to develop/identify the audit scope and objective; interviews staff at all levels to gather preliminary information for use in planning the audit. Develops and performs tests of the internal controls and identifies opportunities to improve internal controls. Develops and performs audit tests and procedures which include but are not limited to analysis and/or reconciliation of financial information; analysis of operational and performance information; verification of financial transactions and balances for accuracy, completeness and validity; observation of controls and/or processes, confirmation with outside organizations. Analysis may involve the use of statistical and/or quantitative methodologies performed manually or by using various automated audit tools. Documents and independently and objectively evaluates the audit evidence and the results of audit tests to draw a conclusion regarding the objectives of the audit; identifies the possible causes and any contributing factors of any conditions that negatively impact the county's ability to meet its objectives. Develops feasible and cost-effective recommendations concerning identified weaknesses or conditions. Prepares and presents written reports for use in presentation to county management and outside agencies based on the independent assessment of documented audit evidence. Prepares financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements. Reviews and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting and property tax systems and procedures; reviews the corrective action/determine status of audit findings. III Reviews and recommends to management for approval various Federal/State grant claims, SB90 claims and other cost and financial reports submitted by other departments. Participates in the preparation of complex financial reports, such as the Cost Allocation Plan, Property Tax Administration Fee, Daily Jail Rate, and Booking Fees. Develops revenue and expenditure projections for other departments and outside agencies for budgetary and/or financial data analysis, which have major county-wide impact. Assists in the development and formulation of county-wide fiscal policies, procedures, and guidelines with regards to cost reporting and Grants accounting in conformity with established standards, laws, rules and regulations. Distributes county-wide property taxes, special assessments, bond payments: apportions the interest earnings from the Treasurer's investments to various funds and agencies. Analyzes a variety of periodic complex reports and/or fiscal problems involving cost accounting, statistics, and legal research. Provides direct technical support as assigned for use in reporting to the CAO, Board of Supervisors, courts, grand jury, and the public on matters relating to labor negotiations, budgets, analysis of statistical and financial data, and other special projects; interviews staff at all levels to gather information for use in specialized accounting projects. Plans and recommends procedures for the compilation and calculation of building and equipment usage, allocation of costs based on workflow and staffing patterns, space utilization for various functions. Performs analytical review of costs and fiscal data; assists in the preparation of complex and difficult adjusting entries and transfers appropriations. Provides technical accounting training to all County fiscal staff; analyzes administrative and accounting weaknesses and provides training as deemed necessary; develops and maintains training manuals; conducts surveys and gathers data to determine training needs; develops and maintains County-wide accounting manual; monitors all changes in governmental accounting principles. May oversee or review the work of clerical personnel in making entries, reconciliations or performing other payroll and other fiscal functions. Plans and recommends the annual risk assessment used in developing the annual audit plan and in updating the internal audit function long-range strategic plan: learns to identify risk factors and vulnerability risks. Meets with county management and audit staff to develop/identify the audit scope and objective; interviews staff at all levels to gather preliminary information for use in planning the audit. Develops and performs tests of the internal controls and identifies opportunities to improve internal controls. Develops and performs audit tests and procedures which include but are not limited to analysis and/or reconciliation of financial information; analysis of operational and performance information; verification of financial transactions and balances for accuracy, completeness and validity; observation of controls and/or processes, confirmation with outside organizations. Analysis may involve the use of statistical and/or quantitative methodologies performed manually or by using various automated audit tools. Documents and independently and objectively evaluates the audit evidence and the results of audit tests to draw a conclusion regarding the objectives of the audit; identifies the possible causes and any contributing factors of any conditions that negatively impact the county's ability to meet its objectives. Develops feasible and cost-effective recommendations concerning identified weaknesses or conditions. Prepares and presents written reports for use in presentation to county management and outside agencies based on the independent assessment of documented audit evidence. Prepares financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements. Reviews and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting and property tax systems and procedures; reviews the corrective action/determine status of audit findings. Minimum Qualifications Experience: I Any experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and/auditing is desirable. Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university is required in business administration, preferably in accounting, auditing, finance or financial management. Coursework must have included 30 semester or 45 quarter units of upper division courses in accounting, and /or auditing. II Two (2) years of professional accounting or auditing experience in accounting, performing internal, financial and operational auditing and preparing/writing audit reports. Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university is required in business administration, preferably in accounting, auditing, finance or financial management. Coursework must have included 30 semester or 45 quarter units of upper division courses in accounting, and /or auditing. III Three (3) years of professional accounting or auditing experience in accounting, performing internal, financial and operational auditing and preparing/writing audit reports. Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university is required in business administration, preferably in accounting, auditing, finance or financial management. Coursework must have included 30 semester or 45 quarter units of upper division courses in accounting, and /or auditing. Special Requirements : Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required. Independent travel may be required. Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: I Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, and their application to a variety of accounting transactions and problems. Accounting practices, theories, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations including internal control systems, cost and governmental accounting, general ledger and automated accounting systems. II Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, and their application to a variety of accounting transactions and problems. Accounting practices, theories, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations including internal control systems, cost and governmental accounting, general ledger and automated accounting systems. III Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, and their application to a variety of accounting transactions and problems. Accounting practices, theories, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations including internal control systems, cost and governmental accounting, general ledger and automated accounting systems. Ability to: I Learn, interpret, and apply legal and procedural requirements; interpret and apply professional accounting and auditing principles and standards. Analyze fiscal data and operating procedures of routine complexity and make projections and recommendations. Understand electronic and manual accounting systems. Learn and explain County financial processes and systems to others; learn principles and practices of government accounting; learn principles of management theory. Prepare financial reports, or sections thereof; understand and analyze expenditure reports; identify problems, determine potential impact and identify possible causes. Understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information/data. Learn the County's computerized financial management and tax systems with the goal of exercising coordination responsibilities. Proficiently use a variety of computerized spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with vendors, county staff, management, state employees, and the general public; maintain impartiality and objectivity; maintain confidentiality of information. Establish, maintain and foster positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Learn the principles of supervision, including selection, training, evaluation. II Interpret, and apply legal and procedural requirements; professional accounting and auditing principles and standards. Analyze fiscal data and operating procedures of routine complexity and make projections and recommendations. Understand electronic and manual accounting systems. Explain County financial processes and systems to others; principles and practices of government accounting; and principles of management theory. Prepare financial reports, or sections thereof; understand and analyze expenditure reports; identify problems, determine potential impact and identify possible causes. Understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information/data. Learn the County's computerized financial management and tax systems with the goal of exercising coordination responsibilities. Proficiently use a variety of computerized spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with vendors, county staff, management, state employees, and the general public; maintain impartiality and objectivity; maintain confidentiality of information. Establish, maintain and foster positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Exercise the principles of supervision, including selection, training, evaluation, and discipline. III Interpret, and apply legal and procedural requirements; professional accounting and auditing principles and standards. Analyze fiscal data and operating procedures of routine complexity and make projections and recommendations. Understand electronic and manual accounting systems. Explain County financial processes and systems to others; principles and practices of government accounting; and principles of management theory. Prepare financial reports, or sections thereof; understand and analyze expenditure reports; identify problems, determine potential impact and identify possible causes. Understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information/data. Learn the County's computerized financial management and tax systems with the goal of exercising coordination responsibilities. Proficiently use a variety of computerized spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with vendors, county staff, management, state employees, and the general public; maintain impartiality and objectivity; maintain confidentiality of information. Establish, maintain and foster positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Exercise the principles of supervision, including selection, training, evaluation, and discipline. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits: Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly. Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly. Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit. 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year 15 + years of service = 20 days per year Administrative Leave: Management employees receive 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year. Forty (40) unused hours can be paid out at the end of the calendar year. Administrative leave is pro-rated. Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Safety officers and dispatchers receive approximately 5% holiday pay in addition to their base pay in lieu of paid holidays off. Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply. Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate. Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only. Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D. Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance. Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees. Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply. Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit. All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS. New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security. Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances. Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000). Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members Social Security (non-safety) Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually Floating Holiday 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 02 Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis on any of the following: accounting, auditing, finance or financial management? Yes No 03 Does your education include 30 semester or 45 quarter units of upper division courses in accounting and/or auditing? Yes No 04 Please list relevant accounting and auditing courses taken and units received. 05 How many years of experience do you have in professional accounting or auditing, performing internal, financial and operational auditing and preparing/writing audit reports? Three or more years Two to less than three years One to less than two years Less than one year No experience 06 Was any of your experience in the public sector? Yes No Required Question Closing Date/Time: 10/5/2023 8:50 AM Pacific
Sep 21, 2023
Full Time
Description DEFINITION I Incumbents learn to perform professional financial, accounting and auditing duties for countywide programs and activities, including special districts. II Performs professional level financial, accounting and auditing duties for county-wide programs and activities; prepares financial reports; conducts analytical review of financial information; prepares projections; performs research and analysis of accounting and statistical data. III Performs the most complex professional level financial, accounting and auditing duties for county-wide programs and activities; prepares financial reports; conducts analytical review of financial information; prepares projections; performs research and analysis of accounting and statistical data. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS I This is the entry level in the Auditor series. Since this class is used as a training class, employees may have only limited related work experience. This class is distinguished from the Auditor-Accountant II by the former's performance of the more routine professional tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Positions assigned to this level are not expected to function at the same skill level and exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. This class of Auditor-Accountant is found only in the Auditor-Controller's Office. The Auditor-Accountant class is distinguished from the Accountant class in that the duties of the Auditor-Accountants is broader in scope, encompasses county-wide responsibilities for financial activities, and may be assigned auditing duties. For purposes of staff development, incumbents in this class will be rotated among a variety of accounting assignments and may be assigned accounting duties in the General Accounting, Property Tax, Grants or Financial Systems responsibilities of the Auditor-Controller's Office, and may be assigned auditing duties in accordance with the internal audit responsibilities statutorily assigned to the Auditor-Controller's Office. II This is the journey level in the Auditor-Accountant series, performing a full range of moderately complex professional auditing and accounting functions. Positions assigned to this class are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Positions in this class receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are expected to become fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Auditor-Accountant III in that the latter performs or leads major specialized accounting Activities, or independently performs the most difficult or complex audits. The Auditor-Accountant class is distinguished from the Accountant class in that the duties of the Auditor-Accountants is broader in scope, encompass county-wide responsibilities for financial activities as opposed to departmental activities; in addition Auditor-Accountants may be assigned auditing duties. Employees ensure that activities are executed according to established policies, procedures, laws and regulations, and assist in formulating and recommending fiscal policies and guidelines. The class of Auditor-Accountant is found only in the Auditor-Controller's Office. For purposes of staff development, incumbents in this class will be rotated among a variety of accounting and auditing assignments, and may be assigned accounting duties in the General Accounting, Property Tax Administration, or Financial Systems areas of the Auditor-Controller's Office, or may be assigned auditing duties in the Internal Audit Function of the Auditor-Controller's Office. III Auditor-Accountant III is the advanced journey level in the Auditor-Accountant series, performing or leading major specialized accounting activities, or independently performing the most difficult or complex audits. Employees in this class possess highly specialized knowledge, abilities, skills and experience, and carry out necessary activities without direction except as new or unusual circumstances arise. Judgment is required both in interpreting established policies, goals, and objectives, and in applying concepts, plans, and strategies. Incumbents at the III level may provide technical and functional supervision over clerical, paraprofessional, and professional accounting staff. The class of Auditor-Accountant is found only in the Auditor-Controller's Office. The Auditor-Accountant class is distinguished from the Accountant class in that the duties of the Auditor-Accountants is broader in scope, encompass county-wide responsibilities for financial activities as opposed to departmental activities; in addition Auditor-Accountants may be assigned auditing duties. Employees ensure that activities are executed according to established policies, procedures, laws and regulations, and formulate and recommend fiscal policies and guidelines. For purposes of staff development, incumbents in this class will be rotated among a variety of accounting and auditing assignments, and may be assigned accounting duties in the General Accounting, Property Tax Administration, or Financial Systems areas of the Auditor-Controller's Office, or may be assigned auditing duties in the Internal Audit Function of the Auditor-Controller's Office. REPORTS TO County Auditor-Controller/Assistant Auditor-Controller. May provide technical and functional assistance to clerical, paraprofessional, and professional accounting staff. CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED: As assigned, incumbents may provide some work direction and coordination for fiscal support staff and payroll staff. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with other staff. Example of Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following: I Learns to review and recommend to management for approval various Federal/State grant claims, SB90 claims and other cost and financial reports submitted by other departments. Participates in the preparation of complex financial reports, such as the Cost Allocation Plan, Property Tax Administration Fee, Daily Jail Rate, and Booking Fees. Learns to develop revenue and expenditure projections for other departments and outside agencies for budgetary and/or financial data analysis, which have major county-wide impact. Assists in the development and formulation of county-wide fiscal policies, procedures, and guidelines with regards to cost reporting and Grants accounting in conformity with established standards, laws, rules and regulations. Distributes county-wide property taxes, special assessments, bond payments: apportions the interest earnings from the Treasurer's investments to various funds and agencies. Learns to analyze a variety of periodic complex reports and/or fiscal problems involving cost accounting, statistics, and legal research. Provides direct technical support as assigned for use in reporting to the CAO, Board of Supervisors, courts, grand jury, and the public on matters relating to labor negotiations, budgets, analysis of statistical and financial data, and other special projects; interviews staff at all levels to gather information for use in specialized accounting projects. Learns to plan/recommend procedures for the compilation and calculation of building and equipment usage, allocation of costs based on workflow and staffing patterns, space utilization for various functions. Performs analytical review of costs and fiscal data; learns to prepare complex and difficult adjusting entries and transfers appropriations. May review or supervise the work of clerical personnel in making entries, reconciliations or performing other payroll and other fiscal functions. Assists in the annual risk assessment used in developing the annual audit plan and in updating the internal audit function long-range strategic plan: learns to identify risk factors and vulnerability risks. Meets with county management internal auditor staff to develop/identify the audit scope and objective; interviews staff at all levels to gather preliminary information for use in planning the audit. Learns to develop and perform tests of the internal controls and identify opportunities to improve internal controls. Learns to develop and perform audit tests and procedures which include but are not limited to analysis and/or reconciliation of financial information; analysis of operational and performance information; verification of financial transactions and balances for accuracy, completeness and validity; observation of controls and/or processes, confirmation with outside organizations. Analysis may involve the use of statistical and/or quantitative methodologies performed manually or by using various automated audit tools. Learns to document and independently and objectively evaluates the audit evidence and the results of audit tests to draw a conclusion regarding the objectives of the audit; identifies the possible causes and any contributing factors of any conditions that negatively impact the county's ability to meet its objectives. Learns to develop feasible and cost-effective recommendations concerning identified weaknesses or conditions. Prepares and presents written reports for use in presentation to county management and outside agencies based on the independent assessment of documented audit evidence. Assists in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements. Reviews and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting and property tax systems and procedures; reviews the corrective action/determine status of audit findings. Serves as a liaison with other government agencies, auditors, and the public. Prepares and presents written reports for use in presentation to county management and outside agencies based on the independent assessment of documented audit evidence. Assists in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements. Reviews and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting and property tax systems and procedures; reviews the corrective action/determine status of audit findings. Serves as a liaison with other government agencies, auditors, and the public II Reviews and recommends to management for approval various Federal/State grant claims, SB90 claims and other cost and financial reports submitted by other departments. Participates in the preparation of complex financial reports, such as the Cost Allocation Plan, Property Tax Administration Fee, Daily Jail Rate, and Booking Fees. Assists in the development of revenue and expenditure projections for other departments and outside agencies for budgetary and/or financial data analysis, which have major county-wide impact. Assists in the development and formulation of county-wide fiscal policies, procedures, and guidelines with regards to cost reporting and Grants accounting in conformity with established standards, laws, rules and regulations. Distributes county-wide property taxes, special assessments, bond payments: apportions the interest earnings from the Treasurer's investments to various funds and agencies. Analyzes a variety of periodic complex reports and/or fiscal problems involving cost accounting, statistics, and legal research. Provides direct technical support as assigned for use in reporting to the CAO, Board of Supervisors, courts, grand jury, and the public on matters relating to labor negotiations, budgets, analysis of statistical and financial data, and other special projects; interviews staff at all levels to gather information for use in specialized accounting projects. Plans and recommends procedures for the compilation and calculation of building and equipment usage, allocation of costs based on workflow and staffing patterns, space utilization for various functions. Performs analytical review of costs and fiscal data; assists in the preparation of complex and difficult adjusting entries and transfers appropriations. Provides technical accounting training to all County fiscal staff; analyzes administrative and accounting weaknesses and provides training as deemed necessary; develops and maintains training manuals; conducts surveys and gathers data to determine training needs; develops and maintains County-wide accounting manual; monitors all changes in governmental accounting principles. May oversee or review the work of clerical personnel in making entries, reconciliations or performing other payroll and other fiscal functions. Assists in the planning and recommending of the annual risk assessment used in developing the annual audit plan and in updating the internal audit function long-range strategic plan: learns to identify risk factors and vulnerability risks. Meets with county management and internal Auditor-Accountant staff to develop/identify the audit scope and objective; interviews staff at all levels to gather preliminary information for use in planning the audit. Develops and performs tests of the internal controls and identifies opportunities to improve internal controls. Develops and performs audit tests and procedures which include but are not limited to analysis and/or reconciliation of financial information; analysis of operational and performance information; verification of financial transactions and balances for accuracy, completeness and validity; observation of controls and/or processes, confirmation with outside organizations. Analysis may involve the use of statistical and/or quantitative methodologies performed manually or by using various automated audit tools. Documents and independently and objectively evaluates the audit evidence and the results of audit tests to draw a conclusion regarding the objectives of the audit; identifies the possible causes and any contributing factors of any conditions that negatively impact the county's ability to meet its objectives. Develops feasible and cost-effective recommendations concerning identified weaknesses or conditions. Prepares and presents written reports for use in presentation to county management and outside agencies based on the independent assessment of documented audit evidence. Prepares financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements. Reviews and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting and property tax systems and procedures; reviews the corrective action/determine status of audit findings. III Reviews and recommends to management for approval various Federal/State grant claims, SB90 claims and other cost and financial reports submitted by other departments. Participates in the preparation of complex financial reports, such as the Cost Allocation Plan, Property Tax Administration Fee, Daily Jail Rate, and Booking Fees. Develops revenue and expenditure projections for other departments and outside agencies for budgetary and/or financial data analysis, which have major county-wide impact. Assists in the development and formulation of county-wide fiscal policies, procedures, and guidelines with regards to cost reporting and Grants accounting in conformity with established standards, laws, rules and regulations. Distributes county-wide property taxes, special assessments, bond payments: apportions the interest earnings from the Treasurer's investments to various funds and agencies. Analyzes a variety of periodic complex reports and/or fiscal problems involving cost accounting, statistics, and legal research. Provides direct technical support as assigned for use in reporting to the CAO, Board of Supervisors, courts, grand jury, and the public on matters relating to labor negotiations, budgets, analysis of statistical and financial data, and other special projects; interviews staff at all levels to gather information for use in specialized accounting projects. Plans and recommends procedures for the compilation and calculation of building and equipment usage, allocation of costs based on workflow and staffing patterns, space utilization for various functions. Performs analytical review of costs and fiscal data; assists in the preparation of complex and difficult adjusting entries and transfers appropriations. Provides technical accounting training to all County fiscal staff; analyzes administrative and accounting weaknesses and provides training as deemed necessary; develops and maintains training manuals; conducts surveys and gathers data to determine training needs; develops and maintains County-wide accounting manual; monitors all changes in governmental accounting principles. May oversee or review the work of clerical personnel in making entries, reconciliations or performing other payroll and other fiscal functions. Plans and recommends the annual risk assessment used in developing the annual audit plan and in updating the internal audit function long-range strategic plan: learns to identify risk factors and vulnerability risks. Meets with county management and audit staff to develop/identify the audit scope and objective; interviews staff at all levels to gather preliminary information for use in planning the audit. Develops and performs tests of the internal controls and identifies opportunities to improve internal controls. Develops and performs audit tests and procedures which include but are not limited to analysis and/or reconciliation of financial information; analysis of operational and performance information; verification of financial transactions and balances for accuracy, completeness and validity; observation of controls and/or processes, confirmation with outside organizations. Analysis may involve the use of statistical and/or quantitative methodologies performed manually or by using various automated audit tools. Documents and independently and objectively evaluates the audit evidence and the results of audit tests to draw a conclusion regarding the objectives of the audit; identifies the possible causes and any contributing factors of any conditions that negatively impact the county's ability to meet its objectives. Develops feasible and cost-effective recommendations concerning identified weaknesses or conditions. Prepares and presents written reports for use in presentation to county management and outside agencies based on the independent assessment of documented audit evidence. Prepares financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements. Reviews and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of accounting and property tax systems and procedures; reviews the corrective action/determine status of audit findings. Minimum Qualifications Experience: I Any experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and/auditing is desirable. Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university is required in business administration, preferably in accounting, auditing, finance or financial management. Coursework must have included 30 semester or 45 quarter units of upper division courses in accounting, and /or auditing. II Two (2) years of professional accounting or auditing experience in accounting, performing internal, financial and operational auditing and preparing/writing audit reports. Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university is required in business administration, preferably in accounting, auditing, finance or financial management. Coursework must have included 30 semester or 45 quarter units of upper division courses in accounting, and /or auditing. III Three (3) years of professional accounting or auditing experience in accounting, performing internal, financial and operational auditing and preparing/writing audit reports. Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university is required in business administration, preferably in accounting, auditing, finance or financial management. Coursework must have included 30 semester or 45 quarter units of upper division courses in accounting, and /or auditing. Special Requirements : Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required. Independent travel may be required. Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: I Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, and their application to a variety of accounting transactions and problems. Accounting practices, theories, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations including internal control systems, cost and governmental accounting, general ledger and automated accounting systems. II Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, and their application to a variety of accounting transactions and problems. Accounting practices, theories, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations including internal control systems, cost and governmental accounting, general ledger and automated accounting systems. III Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, and their application to a variety of accounting transactions and problems. Accounting practices, theories, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations including internal control systems, cost and governmental accounting, general ledger and automated accounting systems. Ability to: I Learn, interpret, and apply legal and procedural requirements; interpret and apply professional accounting and auditing principles and standards. Analyze fiscal data and operating procedures of routine complexity and make projections and recommendations. Understand electronic and manual accounting systems. Learn and explain County financial processes and systems to others; learn principles and practices of government accounting; learn principles of management theory. Prepare financial reports, or sections thereof; understand and analyze expenditure reports; identify problems, determine potential impact and identify possible causes. Understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information/data. Learn the County's computerized financial management and tax systems with the goal of exercising coordination responsibilities. Proficiently use a variety of computerized spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with vendors, county staff, management, state employees, and the general public; maintain impartiality and objectivity; maintain confidentiality of information. Establish, maintain and foster positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Learn the principles of supervision, including selection, training, evaluation. II Interpret, and apply legal and procedural requirements; professional accounting and auditing principles and standards. Analyze fiscal data and operating procedures of routine complexity and make projections and recommendations. Understand electronic and manual accounting systems. Explain County financial processes and systems to others; principles and practices of government accounting; and principles of management theory. Prepare financial reports, or sections thereof; understand and analyze expenditure reports; identify problems, determine potential impact and identify possible causes. Understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information/data. Learn the County's computerized financial management and tax systems with the goal of exercising coordination responsibilities. Proficiently use a variety of computerized spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with vendors, county staff, management, state employees, and the general public; maintain impartiality and objectivity; maintain confidentiality of information. Establish, maintain and foster positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Exercise the principles of supervision, including selection, training, evaluation, and discipline. III Interpret, and apply legal and procedural requirements; professional accounting and auditing principles and standards. Analyze fiscal data and operating procedures of routine complexity and make projections and recommendations. Understand electronic and manual accounting systems. Explain County financial processes and systems to others; principles and practices of government accounting; and principles of management theory. Prepare financial reports, or sections thereof; understand and analyze expenditure reports; identify problems, determine potential impact and identify possible causes. Understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information/data. Learn the County's computerized financial management and tax systems with the goal of exercising coordination responsibilities. Proficiently use a variety of computerized spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with vendors, county staff, management, state employees, and the general public; maintain impartiality and objectivity; maintain confidentiality of information. Establish, maintain and foster positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Exercise the principles of supervision, including selection, training, evaluation, and discipline. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits: Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly. Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly. Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit. 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year 15 + years of service = 20 days per year Administrative Leave: Management employees receive 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year. Forty (40) unused hours can be paid out at the end of the calendar year. Administrative leave is pro-rated. Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Safety officers and dispatchers receive approximately 5% holiday pay in addition to their base pay in lieu of paid holidays off. Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply. Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate. Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only. Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D. Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance. Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees. Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply. Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit. All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS. New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security. Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances. Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000). Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members Social Security (non-safety) Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually Floating Holiday 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 02 Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis on any of the following: accounting, auditing, finance or financial management? Yes No 03 Does your education include 30 semester or 45 quarter units of upper division courses in accounting and/or auditing? Yes No 04 Please list relevant accounting and auditing courses taken and units received. 05 How many years of experience do you have in professional accounting or auditing, performing internal, financial and operational auditing and preparing/writing audit reports? Three or more years Two to less than three years One to less than two years Less than one year No experience 06 Was any of your experience in the public sector? Yes No Required Question Closing Date/Time: 10/5/2023 8:50 AM Pacific
CSU, Sacramento
6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819, USA
Description: Working Title: Accountant I/II (skill level to be determined by management at time of hire) Classification Title: Accountant I/II Posting Details Priority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023 at 11:55 p.m. PT Hiring Preference Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment. Position Summary This position works under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, Accounting Services, and receives direction from other experienced accountants. The position requires independent analysis, maintenance of accounting records, and assists with the preparation of Legal and GAAP financial reports. FLSA : Account I Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation) Account II Exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation) Anticipated Hiring Range : Accountant I $4,000 - $4,500 per month, commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. Accountant II $4,452 - $5,200 per month, commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. CSU Classification Salary Range : Accountant I - $4,039 - $7,568 per month Accountant II - $4,452 - $8,592 per month Recruitment Type : Regular (Probationary) Time Base : Full-Time Pay Plan : 12 month Work Hours : 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday. Partial telework schedule may be available after probationary period, subject to management approval. Department Information Accounting Services is responsible for Sacramento State’s financial record keeping, ensuring that the University operates in compliance with standard accounting and regulatory practices. The staff processes comprehensive, accurate and timely financial information for reporting and management decision making, and conducts financial transactions such as expenditure transfers, chargebacks, cost recovery, and assignment of General Ledger chart strings. Minimum Qualifications Accountant I Knowledge: General knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), office methods and procedures; statistical and mathematical presentation of data; advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems. Abilities: Ability to interpret and follow instructions and policy guidelines; analyze financial and statistical data and draw conclusions; utilize problem solving techniques; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical information to non-Accountants. Experience and education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field OR a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Accountant II Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); office methods and procedures; statistical and mathematical presentation of data; advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems. General understanding of internal control methods. Working knowledge of federal financial aid annual reporting requirements, and quarterly grant reporting requirements. Abilities: In addition to those of the Accountant I, ability to apply accounting principles to the analysis of complex accounting problems; analyze and interpret accounting data; prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports; utilize problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and principles; make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities; communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical information to non-accountants. Experience: Equivalent to two years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience. Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field OR a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Required Qualifications Accountant I Knowledge of: 1. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including varied accounting principles and practices used in financial record keeping and reporting. 2. Governmental and fund accounting principles and procedures and related accounting system requirements 3. Methods and techniques of auditing, verifying, balancing, and reconciling accounting records and responding to requests for information from others Ability to: 4. Use a variety of computer applications including spreadsheets, word processing, databases, queries, internet and financial accounting systems. 5. Analyze data and develop and maintain statistical and management reports. 6. Use problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to accounting problems. 7. Create reports, charts, work papers, and compliance data to address specific user needs. 8. Draw conclusions and make recommendations regarding accounting activities. 9. Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical accounting information to non-accountants. 10. Maintain a strong customer focus while working in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload, ongoing deadlines and frequent interruptions. 11. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community Accountant II Knowledge of: GAAP including varied technical accounting principles and practices used in the most difficult and complex financial record keeping and reporting. Governmental and fund accounting principles and procedures, and related accounting system requirements. Internal control methods and related laws, rules, and regulations. Methods and techniques of auditing, verifying, balancing, and reconciling accounting records and responding to requests for information from auditors. Student financial aid accounting and reporting requirements. Ability to: Use excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of applications including spreadsheets, word processing, databases, internet and complex financial accounting systems. Analyze data, develop, and maintain complex statistical and management reports. Use problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems. Create reports, charts, and queries to address specific user needs and to prepare financial reports, work papers, and compliance data for University management decision making. Make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities. Establish and maintain effective working relationships, and communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying complex and technical professional accounting information to non-accountants. Maintain a strong customer focus while working in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload, ongoing deadlines and frequent interruptions. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community Condition of Employment - Both Ability to pass background check. Preferred Qualifications - Both 13. Knowledge of Federal, State, California State University (CSU) and Sacramento State practices, policies and procedures. 14. Experience working with PeopleSoft / Oracle Financial System applications. Documents Needed to Apply Resume Failure to upload these documents to the online application may result in disqualification. About Sac State Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State’s 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “ As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement. ” As the regional hub of higher education, Sac State is dedicated to student success , diversity, equity and inclusion , community engagement , philanthropy , and campus safety . As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State ? page. Background Check Disclaimer A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position. 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Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States. It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html . Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification : Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union. Eligibility Verification Selected c andidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions ( i.e . H-1-B Visa). Note to Applicants: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Sep 21, 2023
Full Time
Description: Working Title: Accountant I/II (skill level to be determined by management at time of hire) Classification Title: Accountant I/II Posting Details Priority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023 at 11:55 p.m. PT Hiring Preference Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment. Position Summary This position works under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, Accounting Services, and receives direction from other experienced accountants. The position requires independent analysis, maintenance of accounting records, and assists with the preparation of Legal and GAAP financial reports. FLSA : Account I Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation) Account II Exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation) Anticipated Hiring Range : Accountant I $4,000 - $4,500 per month, commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. Accountant II $4,452 - $5,200 per month, commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. CSU Classification Salary Range : Accountant I - $4,039 - $7,568 per month Accountant II - $4,452 - $8,592 per month Recruitment Type : Regular (Probationary) Time Base : Full-Time Pay Plan : 12 month Work Hours : 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday. Partial telework schedule may be available after probationary period, subject to management approval. Department Information Accounting Services is responsible for Sacramento State’s financial record keeping, ensuring that the University operates in compliance with standard accounting and regulatory practices. The staff processes comprehensive, accurate and timely financial information for reporting and management decision making, and conducts financial transactions such as expenditure transfers, chargebacks, cost recovery, and assignment of General Ledger chart strings. Minimum Qualifications Accountant I Knowledge: General knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), office methods and procedures; statistical and mathematical presentation of data; advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems. Abilities: Ability to interpret and follow instructions and policy guidelines; analyze financial and statistical data and draw conclusions; utilize problem solving techniques; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical information to non-Accountants. Experience and education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field OR a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Accountant II Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); office methods and procedures; statistical and mathematical presentation of data; advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems. General understanding of internal control methods. Working knowledge of federal financial aid annual reporting requirements, and quarterly grant reporting requirements. Abilities: In addition to those of the Accountant I, ability to apply accounting principles to the analysis of complex accounting problems; analyze and interpret accounting data; prepare clear, accurate financial statements and reports; utilize problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and principles; make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities; communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical information to non-accountants. Experience: Equivalent to two years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience. Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field OR a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Required Qualifications Accountant I Knowledge of: 1. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including varied accounting principles and practices used in financial record keeping and reporting. 2. Governmental and fund accounting principles and procedures and related accounting system requirements 3. Methods and techniques of auditing, verifying, balancing, and reconciling accounting records and responding to requests for information from others Ability to: 4. Use a variety of computer applications including spreadsheets, word processing, databases, queries, internet and financial accounting systems. 5. Analyze data and develop and maintain statistical and management reports. 6. Use problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to accounting problems. 7. Create reports, charts, work papers, and compliance data to address specific user needs. 8. Draw conclusions and make recommendations regarding accounting activities. 9. Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying technical accounting information to non-accountants. 10. Maintain a strong customer focus while working in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload, ongoing deadlines and frequent interruptions. 11. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community Accountant II Knowledge of: GAAP including varied technical accounting principles and practices used in the most difficult and complex financial record keeping and reporting. Governmental and fund accounting principles and procedures, and related accounting system requirements. Internal control methods and related laws, rules, and regulations. Methods and techniques of auditing, verifying, balancing, and reconciling accounting records and responding to requests for information from auditors. Student financial aid accounting and reporting requirements. Ability to: Use excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of applications including spreadsheets, word processing, databases, internet and complex financial accounting systems. Analyze data, develop, and maintain complex statistical and management reports. Use problem-solving techniques in finding solutions to complex accounting problems. Create reports, charts, and queries to address specific user needs and to prepare financial reports, work papers, and compliance data for University management decision making. Make decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities. Establish and maintain effective working relationships, and communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying complex and technical professional accounting information to non-accountants. Maintain a strong customer focus while working in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload, ongoing deadlines and frequent interruptions. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community Condition of Employment - Both Ability to pass background check. Preferred Qualifications - Both 13. Knowledge of Federal, State, California State University (CSU) and Sacramento State practices, policies and procedures. 14. Experience working with PeopleSoft / Oracle Financial System applications. Documents Needed to Apply Resume Failure to upload these documents to the online application may result in disqualification. About Sac State Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State’s 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “ As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement. ” As the regional hub of higher education, Sac State is dedicated to student success , diversity, equity and inclusion , community engagement , philanthropy , and campus safety . As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State ? page. Background Check Disclaimer A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position. One variation of background check required could be a LiveScan screening, which involves submitting fingerprints at a certified LiveScan Service Center. COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Information: Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Out of State Employment Policy Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States. It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html . Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification : Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union. Eligibility Verification Selected c andidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions ( i.e . H-1-B Visa). Note to Applicants: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
job description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Under the direction and supervision of the Principal Accountant II, the duties and responsibilities of the Principal Accountant I include but are not limited to the following: • Direct, supervise, and manage an accounting staff of approximately five (5) employees in the General Accounting and Payroll sections (direct supervision of one Senior Accountant I) performing the full range of accounting functions in the department including budget account review, analysis, and monitoring, special funds billing/invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing and validation, including reviewing and generating payroll reports and auditing and resolving payroll and time entry records to ensure over 600 regular and as-needed employees are compensated accurately each pay period. • Work closely with ASD’s budget and fiscal operations section to monitor and track expenditures against the department’s operating budget (approximately $76 million) and Human Resources Benefits budget (approximately $805 million), perform account and fund reconciliations, prepare budget estimates and projections, and review and complete various budget documents required for preparation of the department’s annual fiscal year budget. • Assist the Employee Benefits Division, Benefits Accounting Section in analyzing budget accounts to determine funding requirements, review the status of the department’s trust fund accounts and reconcile fund balances, and retrieve data and information to report on the status of the trust funds, and review and approve various financial transactions in FMS for the Deferred Compensation Plan ($8 billion in participant assets) and Pensions Savings Plan ($86 million in participant assets). • Direct, supervise, and approve the preparation of various types of accounting statements and reports including the annual Cost Allocation Plan (CAP), end of the year fund reversion worksheet, special fund bills/invoices, balance sheets and income and disbursement statements for the annual report of the City, statements showing cash receipts and disbursements, and various budget documents including revenue estimates, projections, and actuals and reports on the condition of all general and special funds. • Develop and refine general and cost accounting procedures. • Follow-up on audit recommendations and implement recommendations, if required. • Consult with the Controller’s Office, General Services Department, and other City departments on a variety of matters affecting payroll, budget, special fund bills/invoices, and the processing of invoice payments. • Work with department division managers to resolve a variety of issues relating to payroll, budget and fund account balances, encumbrances, purchase orders, and invoice payments. • Perform other related and/or special assignments as assigned. How to apply Requirements for Emergency Appt: 1.5 years of full-time paid accounting or auditing experience with the City of Los Angeles in a class at the level of Senior Accountant is required.* HOW TO APPLY : Interested candidates must submit a City of Los Angeles Departmental Application and an updated resume to Personnel Services via email at per.personnelservices@lacity.org . The subject line should read “Principal Accountant I - ASD Opportunity” and be followed by the applicant’s name. This opportunity will remain open and may close at any time until sufficient applications are received. The selection process will include an oral interview and may include a written exercise, to determine the most qualified candidate for the position. In the event that there is a large candidate pool, screening criteria will be used and only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview and writing exercise. Emergency Appointment An emergency appointment is not a regular appointment. It is a temporary appointment which does not require that you successfully compete in the Civil Service examination process. The appointment may not exceed one year and must be terminated immediately when a regular appointment can be made from an eligible list. No emergency appointment can exceed one year. (City Charter Section 1013). For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Closing Date/Time: 10/26/23
Aug 29, 2023
job description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Under the direction and supervision of the Principal Accountant II, the duties and responsibilities of the Principal Accountant I include but are not limited to the following: • Direct, supervise, and manage an accounting staff of approximately five (5) employees in the General Accounting and Payroll sections (direct supervision of one Senior Accountant I) performing the full range of accounting functions in the department including budget account review, analysis, and monitoring, special funds billing/invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing and validation, including reviewing and generating payroll reports and auditing and resolving payroll and time entry records to ensure over 600 regular and as-needed employees are compensated accurately each pay period. • Work closely with ASD’s budget and fiscal operations section to monitor and track expenditures against the department’s operating budget (approximately $76 million) and Human Resources Benefits budget (approximately $805 million), perform account and fund reconciliations, prepare budget estimates and projections, and review and complete various budget documents required for preparation of the department’s annual fiscal year budget. • Assist the Employee Benefits Division, Benefits Accounting Section in analyzing budget accounts to determine funding requirements, review the status of the department’s trust fund accounts and reconcile fund balances, and retrieve data and information to report on the status of the trust funds, and review and approve various financial transactions in FMS for the Deferred Compensation Plan ($8 billion in participant assets) and Pensions Savings Plan ($86 million in participant assets). • Direct, supervise, and approve the preparation of various types of accounting statements and reports including the annual Cost Allocation Plan (CAP), end of the year fund reversion worksheet, special fund bills/invoices, balance sheets and income and disbursement statements for the annual report of the City, statements showing cash receipts and disbursements, and various budget documents including revenue estimates, projections, and actuals and reports on the condition of all general and special funds. • Develop and refine general and cost accounting procedures. • Follow-up on audit recommendations and implement recommendations, if required. • Consult with the Controller’s Office, General Services Department, and other City departments on a variety of matters affecting payroll, budget, special fund bills/invoices, and the processing of invoice payments. • Work with department division managers to resolve a variety of issues relating to payroll, budget and fund account balances, encumbrances, purchase orders, and invoice payments. • Perform other related and/or special assignments as assigned. How to apply Requirements for Emergency Appt: 1.5 years of full-time paid accounting or auditing experience with the City of Los Angeles in a class at the level of Senior Accountant is required.* HOW TO APPLY : Interested candidates must submit a City of Los Angeles Departmental Application and an updated resume to Personnel Services via email at per.personnelservices@lacity.org . The subject line should read “Principal Accountant I - ASD Opportunity” and be followed by the applicant’s name. This opportunity will remain open and may close at any time until sufficient applications are received. The selection process will include an oral interview and may include a written exercise, to determine the most qualified candidate for the position. In the event that there is a large candidate pool, screening criteria will be used and only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview and writing exercise. Emergency Appointment An emergency appointment is not a regular appointment. It is a temporary appointment which does not require that you successfully compete in the Civil Service examination process. The appointment may not exceed one year and must be terminated immediately when a regular appointment can be made from an eligible list. No emergency appointment can exceed one year. (City Charter Section 1013). For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Closing Date/Time: 10/26/23
City of Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, California, United States
Description The Departments: Finance The Finance Department administers the financial affairs of the City of Santa Clara, including City-owned public utilities. The department is comprised of five divisions, Administrative Services, Budget and Treasury, Accounting, Municipal Services, and Purchasing. Together these divisions carry out the mission of the Finance Department to ensure that the financial/fiscal activities of the City are performed, recorded, and presented in compliance with professional and ethical standards. Silicon Valley Power Since 1896, Silicon Valley Power (SVP) has provided electricity for residents and businesses in Santa Clara. The Electric Department has a budgeted staff of 198 employees who provide such diverse services as operating, maintaining and dispatching electric service, engineering, system planning, administrative and financial management, marketing, customer services, power trading, outdoor Wi-Fi services and dark fiber leasing services, all of which work together to make SVP successful for the City and its residents. Water and Sewer Utilities The Water and Sewer Utilities Department is a utility enterprise that provides planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of the City's water distribution system, sewer collection system, and recycled water system. For more information about Water and Sewer Utilities please visit the department website . Human Resources The City of Santa Clara is a full-service City. The Human Resources Department provides support to Citywide in several key areas: Benefits, Classification and Compensation, Recruitment, Employee and Labor Relations, Worker's Compensation, and Training. The Positions: Finance Accounting - Student Intern II/III The Finance Intern will have an opportunity to gain hands-on accounting and finance experience and learn about the various aspects of the accounting and finance functions in the City’s Finance Department. The Finance Intern will work directly under the supervision of a Senior Management Analyst and/or Principal Accountant but will assist other members of the finance team and will provide outstanding service to the internal clients. Some of the key responsibilities include reconciling daily credit card activities, validating data entries, analyzing and researching financial information pertaining to assets, liabilities, and financial management system, and assisting team members on ad hoc projects. Municipal Services Division-Student Intern II/III The Municipal Services Intern will have the opportunity to gain experience working with Utility Billing and Business Tax Systems and Procedures. The Municipal Services Intern will work directly under the supervision of a Senior Customer Service Representative and/or Customer Service Supervisor. Key responsibilities may include: Assist with utility monthly billing audit preparation Update and maintain billing data and enter service orders into the utility billing system Assist with intake of Business Tax Affidavits and renewal licenses Assist in processing various revenue streams for account receivables May assist customers through various communication channels including email and phone inquiries Prepares a variety of correspondence and reports related to business tax, billing issues, and adjustments Provide administrative support for both Utility and Business Tax programs using the city’s electronic document filing system. The intern may also assist with various special projects for both Utility and Business Tax programs Silicon Valley Power Maps and Records Division - Student Intern II/III The Maps & Records Division is responsible for maintaining all maps and records for the SVP Electric System, supporting all divisions of the utility. The format of our records ranges from hardcopy maps, Computer-Aided Drafting (AutoCAD) drawings, to an extensive Geographic Information System (GIS), and various other electronic databases. Typical duties include but are not limited to: QA/QC tabular data in both GIS and spreadsheet and/or database programs Place and/or edit symbols in ESRI ArcGIS software Performs basic updates and data entry to a variety of spreadsheet and/or database programs Scans and files documents and drawings Reviews as-built drawings against GIS maps and AutoCAD drawings to confirm any necessary updates required Draws and perform updates to electrical schematic diagrams, panel wiring diagrams, substation layout drawings using AUTOCAD, and organizes associated documentation Engineering Assistant - Student Intern II/III The City of Santa Clara Electric Utility Department is currently seeking candidates for Engineering Assistant Interns. These positions are an opportunity for students who pursuing a degree in engineering and are interested in working in the Electric Utility Industry. These positions will provide students with diverse job experience through working on a variety of tasks and projects. Common tasks will include assisting with the research and creation of standards and specifications, creating cost estimates and supporting senior staff as needs arise. The hours are part-time (within the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday). The ideal candidate would be able to work 10-20 hours per week. As a position with the goal of learning from senior staff this position will be on-site. This intern position will directly support engineering activities in the Electric Department. The intern will work with various Electric Utility staff to complete tasks and projects. Assistance with research and creation of standards and specifications Organize file folders and project directories. Assist in review of Public Works specifications and bids Conduct Field measurements, assist with utility design activities, and update record drawings; Assist in the review of plans and specifications for compliance with City rules and regulations and City engineering standards; Provide support for engineering projects including filing and data entry; Assist with digitalizing engineering documents and records Research past projects to create historical cost sheets for further cost estimates Assist in close out portion of projects to cleanup files for archiving Assist with electrical load research Assist with renewable power records and mapping. Other duties as assigned commensurate with experience and education. Distribution Planning - Student Intern II This position will work under the immediate or general supervision of Senior/Electric Utility engineer in Distribution system performs routine or general project based tasks assigned by the department. The candidates will get exposure to the power utility industry experience and may work under following scopes. Under general direction and supervision of Senior/Electric utility engineer, performs in reviewing third party pole contact, field verification, finalizing as built, structural calc review using Ocalc software, update Ocalc database with completed jobs. Supports application related to 4g and 5g wireless networks contacts.Supports reviewing encroachment permit applications received from Public Works Department to address conflicts with existing SVP equipment. Under general direction and supervision of Senior/Electric utility engineer, performs planning electric service planning of new customers. Under general direction and supervision of Senior/Electric utility engineer, reviews PV interconnection applications from new customers. Assist department in drafting standards and material specifications. Distribution Planning - Student Intern III This position will work under the immediate or general supervision of Senior/Electric Utility engineer in Distribution system performs routine or general project-based tasks assigned by the department. The candidates will get exposure to the power utility industry experience and may work under following scopes. Assist department in the process of load research, load forecast and area capacity planning. Performs tasks assigned related to building distribution model in simulation software. Under the supervision of Senior engineer, performs special projects including project management of capital projects. Assist department in planning electric service planning of new major customers. Under supervision of Senior/Electric Utility engineer, reviews PV interconnection applications from new commercial customers. Assist department in drafting standards and material specifications. Business Services Division - Student Intern II/III The Business Services Division is responsible for administrative activities and develops plans to achieve goals for the Department using the Strategic Plan. The division manages the budget, contracts, payments, debt, and maintains fiduciary controls to maintain financial health. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and numbers oriented with duties that may include: • Reconcile financial transactions • Budgetary research • Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets • Provide project support for data analytics • Document business processes work flows, including flow charts • Organize electric files in a database or shared folder structure • Analyze processes and seek methods to streamline or create improvements • Provide analytical support for meter data and rate design • Performs other duties as required or assigned Customer Engagement Division Student Intern I/II The Customer Engagement Group is responsible for community outreach, customer relations and implementation of customer programs that include renewable energy, electrification initiatives, emobility, and energy efficiency. Work in a team environment to achieve common goals; evaluate situations and policy, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines. Interest in sustainability careers/green careers preferred. Typical duties include but are not limited to: Staff public facing events Answer and field inquiries Marketing research and outreach Social media content creation and outreach materials Process rebates: energy efficiency, electrification, and electric vehicle infrastructure Water and Sewer Utilities Compliance Division - Student Intern II/III This intern position will directly support environmental activities in the Water & Sewer Utilities Department. The intern will work closely with Compliance staff and/or Managers, to complete tasks and projects. Assists in the review of plans and files for regulatory compliance and recycled water, assists with implementing requirements related to stormwater, sanitary sewer and operating permits, conduct drinking water quality field samples and measurements, assists with developing environmental programs, assists with occupational/environmental safety program development and/or implementation, and provides administrative support for compliance programs including but not limited to filing and data entry. The intern may also complete various projects for both water and sewer utilities. Engineering Division - Student Intern II/III This intern position will directly support engineering activities in the Water & Sewer Utilities Department. Duties include but are not limited to: · Assist in the review of plans and specifications for compliance with City rules and regulations and City engineering standards; · Conduct field measurements, data collection and engineering studies; · Assist with utility design and update record drawings; · Develop cost estimates, collect and calculate water system data; · Provide administrative support for engineering projects including filing and data entry. GIS Division - Student Intern II The position is to help support the business systems used by the Water and Sewer Department. There will be emphasis on routine to moderately complex GIS work including field and office data gathering, organizing, ArcMap editing, and data analysis. There may be additional tasks involving our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and / or our sewer CCTV program and the integration between all. There may be opportunities supporting other divisions in the department. Human Resources - Student Intern I/II/III This position will support the Department's initiative to go electronic and move all employee and recruitment files into LaserFiche. The position will primarily review, scan, and file documents into the LaserFiche repository. The selected incumbent will need to be detail orientated, organized, and have the ability to follow set processes and procedures. This position will have the opportunity to learn more about City benefits, recruitment structure, and may assist with other tasks to support the Department. Positions currently open are for Student Intern II and III. Student Intern I’s are encouraged to apply for future consideration should positions become available. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. As an as-needed employee, this is an "at-will" position and there is no guarantee of hours. Hours are limited to 999 in a fiscal year or 960 hours in a fiscal year for retired CalPERS annuitants. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESDIES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. Typical Duties To view the complete list of duties, view the class specifications: - Student Intern I - Student Intern II - Student Intern III Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: - Student Intern I: Current enrollment in a high school or an alternative vocational high-school working toward high school equivalency with the minimum completion of the 10th grade. - Student Intern II: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university in an undergraduate program. - Student Intern III: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university for completion of a Master’s degree. Acceptable Substitution: None. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee admittance into the examination process. Only the most qualified candidates who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will be invited to test. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Knowledge and ability to use computers and its related applications. Ability to: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others. Ability to carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Salary Range: Student Intern I - $17.20 -$18.72 Student Intern II - $20.15 - $24.50 Student Intern III - $23.17 - $28.18 Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”) To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter expressing your interest to work as an intern and why you are specifically interested in the internship opportunity with SVP, 2) Resume, 3) Upload your verification of course/program enrollment or proof of Summer/Fall enrollment. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This position is continuous or open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov .
Aug 29, 2023
Intern
Description The Departments: Finance The Finance Department administers the financial affairs of the City of Santa Clara, including City-owned public utilities. The department is comprised of five divisions, Administrative Services, Budget and Treasury, Accounting, Municipal Services, and Purchasing. Together these divisions carry out the mission of the Finance Department to ensure that the financial/fiscal activities of the City are performed, recorded, and presented in compliance with professional and ethical standards. Silicon Valley Power Since 1896, Silicon Valley Power (SVP) has provided electricity for residents and businesses in Santa Clara. The Electric Department has a budgeted staff of 198 employees who provide such diverse services as operating, maintaining and dispatching electric service, engineering, system planning, administrative and financial management, marketing, customer services, power trading, outdoor Wi-Fi services and dark fiber leasing services, all of which work together to make SVP successful for the City and its residents. Water and Sewer Utilities The Water and Sewer Utilities Department is a utility enterprise that provides planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of the City's water distribution system, sewer collection system, and recycled water system. For more information about Water and Sewer Utilities please visit the department website . Human Resources The City of Santa Clara is a full-service City. The Human Resources Department provides support to Citywide in several key areas: Benefits, Classification and Compensation, Recruitment, Employee and Labor Relations, Worker's Compensation, and Training. The Positions: Finance Accounting - Student Intern II/III The Finance Intern will have an opportunity to gain hands-on accounting and finance experience and learn about the various aspects of the accounting and finance functions in the City’s Finance Department. The Finance Intern will work directly under the supervision of a Senior Management Analyst and/or Principal Accountant but will assist other members of the finance team and will provide outstanding service to the internal clients. Some of the key responsibilities include reconciling daily credit card activities, validating data entries, analyzing and researching financial information pertaining to assets, liabilities, and financial management system, and assisting team members on ad hoc projects. Municipal Services Division-Student Intern II/III The Municipal Services Intern will have the opportunity to gain experience working with Utility Billing and Business Tax Systems and Procedures. The Municipal Services Intern will work directly under the supervision of a Senior Customer Service Representative and/or Customer Service Supervisor. Key responsibilities may include: Assist with utility monthly billing audit preparation Update and maintain billing data and enter service orders into the utility billing system Assist with intake of Business Tax Affidavits and renewal licenses Assist in processing various revenue streams for account receivables May assist customers through various communication channels including email and phone inquiries Prepares a variety of correspondence and reports related to business tax, billing issues, and adjustments Provide administrative support for both Utility and Business Tax programs using the city’s electronic document filing system. The intern may also assist with various special projects for both Utility and Business Tax programs Silicon Valley Power Maps and Records Division - Student Intern II/III The Maps & Records Division is responsible for maintaining all maps and records for the SVP Electric System, supporting all divisions of the utility. The format of our records ranges from hardcopy maps, Computer-Aided Drafting (AutoCAD) drawings, to an extensive Geographic Information System (GIS), and various other electronic databases. Typical duties include but are not limited to: QA/QC tabular data in both GIS and spreadsheet and/or database programs Place and/or edit symbols in ESRI ArcGIS software Performs basic updates and data entry to a variety of spreadsheet and/or database programs Scans and files documents and drawings Reviews as-built drawings against GIS maps and AutoCAD drawings to confirm any necessary updates required Draws and perform updates to electrical schematic diagrams, panel wiring diagrams, substation layout drawings using AUTOCAD, and organizes associated documentation Engineering Assistant - Student Intern II/III The City of Santa Clara Electric Utility Department is currently seeking candidates for Engineering Assistant Interns. These positions are an opportunity for students who pursuing a degree in engineering and are interested in working in the Electric Utility Industry. These positions will provide students with diverse job experience through working on a variety of tasks and projects. Common tasks will include assisting with the research and creation of standards and specifications, creating cost estimates and supporting senior staff as needs arise. The hours are part-time (within the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday). The ideal candidate would be able to work 10-20 hours per week. As a position with the goal of learning from senior staff this position will be on-site. This intern position will directly support engineering activities in the Electric Department. The intern will work with various Electric Utility staff to complete tasks and projects. Assistance with research and creation of standards and specifications Organize file folders and project directories. Assist in review of Public Works specifications and bids Conduct Field measurements, assist with utility design activities, and update record drawings; Assist in the review of plans and specifications for compliance with City rules and regulations and City engineering standards; Provide support for engineering projects including filing and data entry; Assist with digitalizing engineering documents and records Research past projects to create historical cost sheets for further cost estimates Assist in close out portion of projects to cleanup files for archiving Assist with electrical load research Assist with renewable power records and mapping. Other duties as assigned commensurate with experience and education. Distribution Planning - Student Intern II This position will work under the immediate or general supervision of Senior/Electric Utility engineer in Distribution system performs routine or general project based tasks assigned by the department. The candidates will get exposure to the power utility industry experience and may work under following scopes. Under general direction and supervision of Senior/Electric utility engineer, performs in reviewing third party pole contact, field verification, finalizing as built, structural calc review using Ocalc software, update Ocalc database with completed jobs. Supports application related to 4g and 5g wireless networks contacts.Supports reviewing encroachment permit applications received from Public Works Department to address conflicts with existing SVP equipment. Under general direction and supervision of Senior/Electric utility engineer, performs planning electric service planning of new customers. Under general direction and supervision of Senior/Electric utility engineer, reviews PV interconnection applications from new customers. Assist department in drafting standards and material specifications. Distribution Planning - Student Intern III This position will work under the immediate or general supervision of Senior/Electric Utility engineer in Distribution system performs routine or general project-based tasks assigned by the department. The candidates will get exposure to the power utility industry experience and may work under following scopes. Assist department in the process of load research, load forecast and area capacity planning. Performs tasks assigned related to building distribution model in simulation software. Under the supervision of Senior engineer, performs special projects including project management of capital projects. Assist department in planning electric service planning of new major customers. Under supervision of Senior/Electric Utility engineer, reviews PV interconnection applications from new commercial customers. Assist department in drafting standards and material specifications. Business Services Division - Student Intern II/III The Business Services Division is responsible for administrative activities and develops plans to achieve goals for the Department using the Strategic Plan. The division manages the budget, contracts, payments, debt, and maintains fiduciary controls to maintain financial health. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and numbers oriented with duties that may include: • Reconcile financial transactions • Budgetary research • Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets • Provide project support for data analytics • Document business processes work flows, including flow charts • Organize electric files in a database or shared folder structure • Analyze processes and seek methods to streamline or create improvements • Provide analytical support for meter data and rate design • Performs other duties as required or assigned Customer Engagement Division Student Intern I/II The Customer Engagement Group is responsible for community outreach, customer relations and implementation of customer programs that include renewable energy, electrification initiatives, emobility, and energy efficiency. Work in a team environment to achieve common goals; evaluate situations and policy, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines. Interest in sustainability careers/green careers preferred. Typical duties include but are not limited to: Staff public facing events Answer and field inquiries Marketing research and outreach Social media content creation and outreach materials Process rebates: energy efficiency, electrification, and electric vehicle infrastructure Water and Sewer Utilities Compliance Division - Student Intern II/III This intern position will directly support environmental activities in the Water & Sewer Utilities Department. The intern will work closely with Compliance staff and/or Managers, to complete tasks and projects. Assists in the review of plans and files for regulatory compliance and recycled water, assists with implementing requirements related to stormwater, sanitary sewer and operating permits, conduct drinking water quality field samples and measurements, assists with developing environmental programs, assists with occupational/environmental safety program development and/or implementation, and provides administrative support for compliance programs including but not limited to filing and data entry. The intern may also complete various projects for both water and sewer utilities. Engineering Division - Student Intern II/III This intern position will directly support engineering activities in the Water & Sewer Utilities Department. Duties include but are not limited to: · Assist in the review of plans and specifications for compliance with City rules and regulations and City engineering standards; · Conduct field measurements, data collection and engineering studies; · Assist with utility design and update record drawings; · Develop cost estimates, collect and calculate water system data; · Provide administrative support for engineering projects including filing and data entry. GIS Division - Student Intern II The position is to help support the business systems used by the Water and Sewer Department. There will be emphasis on routine to moderately complex GIS work including field and office data gathering, organizing, ArcMap editing, and data analysis. There may be additional tasks involving our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and / or our sewer CCTV program and the integration between all. There may be opportunities supporting other divisions in the department. Human Resources - Student Intern I/II/III This position will support the Department's initiative to go electronic and move all employee and recruitment files into LaserFiche. The position will primarily review, scan, and file documents into the LaserFiche repository. The selected incumbent will need to be detail orientated, organized, and have the ability to follow set processes and procedures. This position will have the opportunity to learn more about City benefits, recruitment structure, and may assist with other tasks to support the Department. Positions currently open are for Student Intern II and III. Student Intern I’s are encouraged to apply for future consideration should positions become available. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. As an as-needed employee, this is an "at-will" position and there is no guarantee of hours. Hours are limited to 999 in a fiscal year or 960 hours in a fiscal year for retired CalPERS annuitants. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESDIES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. Typical Duties To view the complete list of duties, view the class specifications: - Student Intern I - Student Intern II - Student Intern III Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: - Student Intern I: Current enrollment in a high school or an alternative vocational high-school working toward high school equivalency with the minimum completion of the 10th grade. - Student Intern II: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university in an undergraduate program. - Student Intern III: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university for completion of a Master’s degree. Acceptable Substitution: None. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee admittance into the examination process. Only the most qualified candidates who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will be invited to test. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Knowledge and ability to use computers and its related applications. Ability to: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others. Ability to carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Salary Range: Student Intern I - $17.20 -$18.72 Student Intern II - $20.15 - $24.50 Student Intern III - $23.17 - $28.18 Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”) To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter expressing your interest to work as an intern and why you are specifically interested in the internship opportunity with SVP, 2) Resume, 3) Upload your verification of course/program enrollment or proof of Summer/Fall enrollment. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This position is continuous or open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov .
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
DEPARTMENT OF AUDITOR-CONTROLLER EXAM NUMBER: S0675I FILING INFORMATION: We are accepting applications from September 12, 2023 at 8:00 AM (PT) until the needs of the Department are met. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity About Los Angeles County The County of Los Angeles, Department of Auditor-Controller is recruiting for highly motivated and career-minded individuals to fill the position of Internal Auditor/Accountant-Auditor. To view classification standards for the position, please click HERE . With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. About the Department of Auditor-Controller The Department of Auditor-Controller aims to inspire and elevate public trust in County government by safeguarding the County's financial integrity, advocating and implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with mandates and fiduciary responsibilities. The Department of Auditor-Controller is responsible for establishing County fiscal and internal control policies and procedures; administering the County payroll; conducting audits and fraud investigations; monitoring social services contracts; performing mandated property tax functions; disbursing warrants to vendors, child support recipients, judgment and damages to claimants; and managing the County's enterprise financial and payroll systems, eCAPS and eHR. Click here to learn more about the Los Angeles County, Department of Auditor-Controller About the Position: The Internal Auditor position in the Department of Auditor-Controller is an entry-level position within our Internal Auditor professional career track. Internal Auditors assist in conducting audits and are under close supervision of higher-level auditors. Internal Auditors are typically placed within the Department's Audit Division, Countywide Contract Monitoring Division, or Office of County Investigations. The Audit Division conducts internal audits of County departments including compliance audits of financial procedures and internal controls, management structure and organization, program effectiveness, and computer system integrity and security. The Countywide Contract Monitoring Division conducts fiscal and program audits of County contractors and provides other contract monitoring assistance and oversight for County departments. The Office of County Investigations conducts criminal and administrative investigations of alleged misconduct and fraud by County managers, employees, contractors and vendors. Essential Job Functions What you will do as an Internal Auditor / Accountant-Auditor: Assist in conducting management, performance, financial, compliance and information technology (IT) component audits. Assist and/or conduct financial studies and investigations by gathering data from a variety of sources and documents. Assist in providing technical assistance to departments by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting a variety of information provided by the client departments. Assist in conducting reviews of County contractors' compliance with their County contract and other regulatory requirements. Assist in reviewing and evaluating accounting systems by auditing various components of IT systems in County departments and contractors. Prepare various documents. Interact with a variety of individuals. Testify in criminal and administrative proceedings. Click here for additional details on the essential job functions of the position. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university* with 21 semester units or 32 quart er units of accounting courses , including a course in auditing** . NOTE: You may also apply if you will meet the Minimum Requirements within 9 months of the date your application is filed. Please see the withhold information below. Withhold Information: Applicants who will meet the Minimum Requirements within 9 months of filing their application may also apply for this exam and will be invited to take the Structured Interview (please refer to the "Our Assessment Process" section). Such candidates who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Structured Interview will be placed on "withhold" status until proof of completion of the Minimum Requirements is received and verified by our human resources unit. Withhold applicants will be added to the hiring list (eligible register) once completion of the Minimum Requirements is verified. Please refer to the "Proof of Meeting the Requirements" section of this job posting for more information on the required supporting documentation to receive credit for any degree or completed college courses. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Education Requirement Information: * Accreditation : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). International transcripts require an evaluation report which validates and converts international units, credits, or hours etc. into U.S. semester or quarter units. The evaluation report must be done by an evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc . **In order to verify any type of college degree, and completion of required accounting units and auditing course, you MUST provide supporting documentation prior to consideration of appointment as stated in the " Proof of Meeting the Requirements" section of this bulletin . PROOF OF MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS Scanned legible copy of the official transcript(s) showing proof of completion of the required accounting units and auditing course and B achelor's degree as stated in the Minimum Requirements section of the job posting.For applicants with international transcripts, an evaluation report completed by an evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc . The evaluation report must provide information on the equivalent U.S. degree and credits/units. Important Notes: If you are unable to attach the supporting documents, you may email them to ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov . Please include your name, exam number, and exam title on all emailed documents.Correspondence will be sent via email. Please ensure that the email address you provide on your application is current and correct.Test Invitation Letters and other correspondence will be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid e-mail address. Please update your spam filters to ensure that the following email addresses are added to your address book and/or list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail: ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov info@governmentjobs.comnoreply@governmentjobs.com Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicant's responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or re-scheduling Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent electronically to your e-mail address. Test scores cannot be given over the telephone. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to perform the job. Physical Expectations: Physical Class II - Light : This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to take a Structured Interview , weighted 100%, assessing the following competencies : Customer Service Adaptability/Flexibility Conscientiousness Attention to Detail Oral Communication Notes: Applicants must currently meet or will meet the minimum requirements within 9 months of filing their application and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the hiring list (eligible register) for consideration of employment. COMPONENTS OF THE STRUCTURED INTERVIEW MATERIALS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. Online Interview Preparation may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . Interview preparation information is located under the "Interview Guide" section. For interview Tips, please visit the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/interview-tips/ . Application and Filing Information Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before the close of the application filing period. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab above for this posting during the filing period. The information you provide on the supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the examination process. Your responses are subject to verification. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal. Prior to consideration of appointment, you MUST provide the documentation listed in the "Proof of Meeting The Requirements" section of the job bulletin in order to receive credit for any degree or completed college courses. Please note, all submitted documentation is subject to verification. Important Note: Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. All information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Auditor-Controller. Note: The Department may generate Accountant I and Accountant II sublists from the Internal Auditor/Accountant-Auditor hiring list to fill accounting vacancies with the Department of Auditor-Controller. SPECIAL INFORMATION : ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, and INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. No sharing of User ID and Password: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Do you have any questions? Department Contact Name: Valentina Grigoryan Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-9796 Department Contact Email: ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Email: ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. 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Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer. Test Preparation : Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Veteran's Credit : In all open competitive examinations, a veteran's credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit. A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran's credit. More information available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information available at: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf Background Check : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). I f asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning : Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at https://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/ . Benefit Information : Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program : In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated April 2023 Closing Date/Time:
Sep 12, 2023
Full Time
DEPARTMENT OF AUDITOR-CONTROLLER EXAM NUMBER: S0675I FILING INFORMATION: We are accepting applications from September 12, 2023 at 8:00 AM (PT) until the needs of the Department are met. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity About Los Angeles County The County of Los Angeles, Department of Auditor-Controller is recruiting for highly motivated and career-minded individuals to fill the position of Internal Auditor/Accountant-Auditor. To view classification standards for the position, please click HERE . With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. About the Department of Auditor-Controller The Department of Auditor-Controller aims to inspire and elevate public trust in County government by safeguarding the County's financial integrity, advocating and implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with mandates and fiduciary responsibilities. The Department of Auditor-Controller is responsible for establishing County fiscal and internal control policies and procedures; administering the County payroll; conducting audits and fraud investigations; monitoring social services contracts; performing mandated property tax functions; disbursing warrants to vendors, child support recipients, judgment and damages to claimants; and managing the County's enterprise financial and payroll systems, eCAPS and eHR. Click here to learn more about the Los Angeles County, Department of Auditor-Controller About the Position: The Internal Auditor position in the Department of Auditor-Controller is an entry-level position within our Internal Auditor professional career track. Internal Auditors assist in conducting audits and are under close supervision of higher-level auditors. Internal Auditors are typically placed within the Department's Audit Division, Countywide Contract Monitoring Division, or Office of County Investigations. The Audit Division conducts internal audits of County departments including compliance audits of financial procedures and internal controls, management structure and organization, program effectiveness, and computer system integrity and security. The Countywide Contract Monitoring Division conducts fiscal and program audits of County contractors and provides other contract monitoring assistance and oversight for County departments. The Office of County Investigations conducts criminal and administrative investigations of alleged misconduct and fraud by County managers, employees, contractors and vendors. Essential Job Functions What you will do as an Internal Auditor / Accountant-Auditor: Assist in conducting management, performance, financial, compliance and information technology (IT) component audits. Assist and/or conduct financial studies and investigations by gathering data from a variety of sources and documents. Assist in providing technical assistance to departments by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting a variety of information provided by the client departments. Assist in conducting reviews of County contractors' compliance with their County contract and other regulatory requirements. Assist in reviewing and evaluating accounting systems by auditing various components of IT systems in County departments and contractors. Prepare various documents. Interact with a variety of individuals. Testify in criminal and administrative proceedings. Click here for additional details on the essential job functions of the position. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university* with 21 semester units or 32 quart er units of accounting courses , including a course in auditing** . NOTE: You may also apply if you will meet the Minimum Requirements within 9 months of the date your application is filed. Please see the withhold information below. Withhold Information: Applicants who will meet the Minimum Requirements within 9 months of filing their application may also apply for this exam and will be invited to take the Structured Interview (please refer to the "Our Assessment Process" section). Such candidates who achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Structured Interview will be placed on "withhold" status until proof of completion of the Minimum Requirements is received and verified by our human resources unit. Withhold applicants will be added to the hiring list (eligible register) once completion of the Minimum Requirements is verified. Please refer to the "Proof of Meeting the Requirements" section of this job posting for more information on the required supporting documentation to receive credit for any degree or completed college courses. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Education Requirement Information: * Accreditation : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). International transcripts require an evaluation report which validates and converts international units, credits, or hours etc. into U.S. semester or quarter units. The evaluation report must be done by an evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc . **In order to verify any type of college degree, and completion of required accounting units and auditing course, you MUST provide supporting documentation prior to consideration of appointment as stated in the " Proof of Meeting the Requirements" section of this bulletin . PROOF OF MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS Scanned legible copy of the official transcript(s) showing proof of completion of the required accounting units and auditing course and B achelor's degree as stated in the Minimum Requirements section of the job posting.For applicants with international transcripts, an evaluation report completed by an evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc . The evaluation report must provide information on the equivalent U.S. degree and credits/units. Important Notes: If you are unable to attach the supporting documents, you may email them to ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov . Please include your name, exam number, and exam title on all emailed documents.Correspondence will be sent via email. Please ensure that the email address you provide on your application is current and correct.Test Invitation Letters and other correspondence will be sent electronically to the e-mail address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid e-mail address. Please update your spam filters to ensure that the following email addresses are added to your address book and/or list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail: ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov info@governmentjobs.comnoreply@governmentjobs.com Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicant's responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or re-scheduling Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent electronically to your e-mail address. Test scores cannot be given over the telephone. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to perform the job. Physical Expectations: Physical Class II - Light : This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to take a Structured Interview , weighted 100%, assessing the following competencies : Customer Service Adaptability/Flexibility Conscientiousness Attention to Detail Oral Communication Notes: Applicants must currently meet or will meet the minimum requirements within 9 months of filing their application and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the hiring list (eligible register) for consideration of employment. COMPONENTS OF THE STRUCTURED INTERVIEW MATERIALS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. Online Interview Preparation may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . Interview preparation information is located under the "Interview Guide" section. For interview Tips, please visit the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/interview-tips/ . Application and Filing Information Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before the close of the application filing period. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab above for this posting during the filing period. The information you provide on the supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the examination process. Your responses are subject to verification. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal. Prior to consideration of appointment, you MUST provide the documentation listed in the "Proof of Meeting The Requirements" section of the job bulletin in order to receive credit for any degree or completed college courses. Please note, all submitted documentation is subject to verification. Important Note: Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. All information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Auditor-Controller. Note: The Department may generate Accountant I and Accountant II sublists from the Internal Auditor/Accountant-Auditor hiring list to fill accounting vacancies with the Department of Auditor-Controller. SPECIAL INFORMATION : ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, and INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. TESTING ACCOMMODATION: If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. No sharing of User ID and Password: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Do you have any questions? Department Contact Name: Valentina Grigoryan Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-9796 Department Contact Email: ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Email: ACRecruitment@auditor.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. Disclaimer : The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction which may affect the employment application or the application selection process. You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty. The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system. The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis. NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet. By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth here, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer. Test Preparation : Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Veteran's Credit : In all open competitive examinations, a veteran's credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit. A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran's credit. More information available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information available at: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf Background Check : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). I f asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning : Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at https://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/ . Benefit Information : Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program : In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated April 2023 Closing Date/Time:
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted online . DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY The Alameda County Employees' Retirement Association (ACERA) is the retirement pension plan for public employees in Alameda County, California who work for Alameda County and other agencies . ACERA was established in 1948 by the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to provide retirement, disability, and death benefits to Alameda County and member district employees. The ACERA retirement plan provides lifetime benefits to members of the retirement system who meet the minimum age and length-of-service requirements or are eligible for disability retirement. The plan is a significant and fundamental part of the comprehensive benefits package that participating employers offer to eligible employees, allowing employees to collectively invest their deferred wages to receive a secure income after retirement. ACERA also administers retiree health care and supplemental cost-of-living benefits. MISSION To provide ACERA members and employers with flexible, cost-effective, participant-oriented benefits through prudent investment management and superior member services. For more detailed information about the agency, visit: Alameda County Employees' Retirement Association (ACERA) . THE POSITION Under direction, creates accurate financial statements, administers financial systems and analyzes financial data to complete reports; and to perform other related duties as required. For more detailed information about the job, please visit: Retirement Accountant II (#1370) . MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of two years full-time experience in the class of Retirement Accountant I in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) Or II Education : Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance or business administration, AND Experience : The equivalent of three years full-time increasingly responsible professional accounting and auditing which included significant accounting/fiscal duties and responsibilities. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : General and governmental accounting and auditing principles, theory and procedures. Project management techniques. Leadership principles. Accounting software programs. Spreadsheet and word processing software. Generally accepted accounting principles and financial record keeping practices. Business math. Both manual and automated systems. Ability to : Assist in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports and budgets. Explain complex procedures to coworkers and coach staff in new skills and procedures. Identify emerging risk issues and trends and present analysis to supervisor. Establish priorities, analyze problems and identify solutions under pressure. Prepare and deliver presentations to groups. Resolve service-related conflicts and to consistently deliver quality service to internal and external customers. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of candidates' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of the supplemental questionnaire to determine the best qualified. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating of each portion of this examination. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00 PM, Wednesday, October 11, 2023 Review of Application to Determine Minimum Qualifications: Week of October 16, 2023 Review of Supplemental Questionnaire for Best Qualified: Week of November 6, 2023 Virtual Civil Service Pre-Recorded Oral Exam: December 1 - 11, 2023 Notification of Results: Week of December 25, 2023 Civil Service Commission Promulgation of the Eligible List: TBD *If designated as a combined oral examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, the oral interviews may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statues. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org , @jobaps.com , NoReply@jobaps.com , and NoReplyAlamedaCountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxes Noreply@acgov.org and NoReplyAlamedaCountyHR@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Maria Tabora | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6463 | Maria.Tabora@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 10/11/2023 5:00:00 PM
Sep 15, 2023
Full Time
Introduction THIS IS A NEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted online . DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY The Alameda County Employees' Retirement Association (ACERA) is the retirement pension plan for public employees in Alameda County, California who work for Alameda County and other agencies . ACERA was established in 1948 by the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to provide retirement, disability, and death benefits to Alameda County and member district employees. The ACERA retirement plan provides lifetime benefits to members of the retirement system who meet the minimum age and length-of-service requirements or are eligible for disability retirement. The plan is a significant and fundamental part of the comprehensive benefits package that participating employers offer to eligible employees, allowing employees to collectively invest their deferred wages to receive a secure income after retirement. ACERA also administers retiree health care and supplemental cost-of-living benefits. MISSION To provide ACERA members and employers with flexible, cost-effective, participant-oriented benefits through prudent investment management and superior member services. For more detailed information about the agency, visit: Alameda County Employees' Retirement Association (ACERA) . THE POSITION Under direction, creates accurate financial statements, administers financial systems and analyzes financial data to complete reports; and to perform other related duties as required. For more detailed information about the job, please visit: Retirement Accountant II (#1370) . MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of two years full-time experience in the class of Retirement Accountant I in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) Or II Education : Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance or business administration, AND Experience : The equivalent of three years full-time increasingly responsible professional accounting and auditing which included significant accounting/fiscal duties and responsibilities. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of : General and governmental accounting and auditing principles, theory and procedures. Project management techniques. Leadership principles. Accounting software programs. Spreadsheet and word processing software. Generally accepted accounting principles and financial record keeping practices. Business math. Both manual and automated systems. Ability to : Assist in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports and budgets. Explain complex procedures to coworkers and coach staff in new skills and procedures. Identify emerging risk issues and trends and present analysis to supervisor. Establish priorities, analyze problems and identify solutions under pressure. Prepare and deliver presentations to groups. Resolve service-related conflicts and to consistently deliver quality service to internal and external customers. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of candidates' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of the supplemental questionnaire to determine the best qualified. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating of each portion of this examination. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00 PM, Wednesday, October 11, 2023 Review of Application to Determine Minimum Qualifications: Week of October 16, 2023 Review of Supplemental Questionnaire for Best Qualified: Week of November 6, 2023 Virtual Civil Service Pre-Recorded Oral Exam: December 1 - 11, 2023 Notification of Results: Week of December 25, 2023 Civil Service Commission Promulgation of the Eligible List: TBD *If designated as a combined oral examination/hiring interview, in addition to establishing an eligibility list, the oral interviews may serve as the final selection interview for vacancies in this classification. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statues. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @acgov.org , @jobaps.com , NoReply@jobaps.com , and NoReplyAlamedaCountyHR@acgov.org as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxes Noreply@acgov.org and NoReplyAlamedaCountyHR@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Maria Tabora | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6463 | Maria.Tabora@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 10/11/2023 5:00:00 PM
Cal State University (CSU) Maritime Academy
200 Maritime Academy Drive, Vallejo, CA 94590, USA
Description: Working Title: Accountant III Classification Title: Accountant III Department Name: Financial Services Time Base: Full-time Pay Plan: 12 month Bargaining Unit: 9, CSUEU Employment Type: Probationary/Permanent Salary Range: Hiring salary is anticipated at $6,250 - $7,083 per month commensurate with education and experience. CSU Salary Range: $5,242 - $10,116 per month. Benefits: Premium benefit package includes outstanding health, dental and vision plans; life and disability insurances; pension (CalPERS); tuition fee waiver; and 14 paid holidays per year. See our benefits website for additional information. Application Deadline: Open until filled. A review of applications will begin Friday, August 4, 2023. and the review period may end at any time thereafter. Position Summary: The Financial Services Department provides accounting services to the University’s students, staff, faculty, and Auxiliary Organizations. These services include but are not limited to cashiering, student accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general accounting, financial aid, post award grants and contracts, financial reporting, and asset management/property accounting. Financial Services is responsible for ensuring that all accounting, reporting, and reconciliation functions are performed in accordance with applicable law and policy while providing the highest level of service to the campus community. Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Accountant III uses advanced accounting concepts and campus objectives to resolve highly complex issues. Regularly works on highly complex accounting assignments that are of diverse scope requiring analysis of identifiable factors using multiple accounting and financial sources. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions, completing analysis and developing recommendations. Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, with general instructions provided on new or unique accounting assignments. Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on matters of some significance to the accounting organization. Recommends changes to department policies and practices. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Provides priority setting and work flow analysis. The Accountant III participates in all aspects of supporting the mission and goals of California State University Maritime Academy and its Auxiliary Organizations and plays an active role in working and collaborating within the Administration and Finance Division. The incumbent performs the full range of accounting services related to the daily business operations across all campus business units. About California State University Maritime Academy: Established in 1929, California State University Maritime Academy, a campus of the California State University, is the only degree-granting maritime academy on the West Coast. Located on the scenic Vallejo waterfront, the campus serves a student population of approximately 1000 undergraduates and 50 graduate students. Cal Maritime offers seven baccalaureate degrees in Business Administration, Global Studies and Maritime Affairs, Facilities Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Transportation and Oceanography. The undergraduate curriculum includes licensing programs for future merchant marine, coast guard and naval reserve officers. Cal Maritime also offers a Master of Science in Transportation and Engineering Management degree, as well as a number of extended learning programs and courses. Major Responsibilities : Interpret and evaluate the University’s accounting policies to assure compliance with the policies of the State Controller’s Office, the CSU Chancellor’s Office and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Ensure that all accounting activities are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures. Prepare complex accounting and financial reports including applicable reporting models and supporting schedules and lead sheets. Extract, analyze and integrate financial information to accurately meet reporting requirements. Compile, prepare, and interpret complex financial statements in response to internal and external requirements. Reconcile, analyze and prepare journal entries for various accounts, including, but not limited to: faculty accruals, compensated leave time, prepaid expenses, library collections, capitalized leases, accounts receivable, allowance for bad debts, inventories, reclassification of Fund Balance Clearing accounts, self insurance claims liability, expenditure accrual, and deferred revenues. Assist in preparation and coordination of annual audit functions in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, including preparation of all supporting schedules and reports. Assist in the preparation of the audited financial reports of the University including reports to the State of California, Chancellor’s Office, and university management. Interface with all the departments of the University to gather and analyze financial information for the financial statement preparation. Prepare working papers to convert legal basis data into financial statements using the accrual basis of accounting. Interface with the Chancellor’s Office for the year-end pass down journal entries. Coordinate with campus departments, auxiliary organizations and operations in recording of financial information. Assist in the Peoplesoft year-end closing process. Develop and implement methods and work procedures to ensure proper accounting classification and reporting of financial data for systemwide and accounting standards. Participates in the development, implementation, and monitoring of accounting systems, policies and procedures. Defines and maintains chart of account values and PeopleSoft related trees. Uses automated systems to perform account and financial analyses, improve and enhance system usage. Create formal and ad hoc reports in response to requests. Analyze systems and processes to develop improved functionality and process flows and to recommend future system enhancements to improve reporting capabilities. Provide audit compliance and safeguarding of assets to ensure adequate and effective internal controls. Facilitate finance system implementations and upgrades. Create and update documentation related to areas of responsibility. Develop Peoplesoft financial reporting writing techniques for GAAP statements, financial reports, audit reporting schedules and other internal reporting needs. Interpret, organize and present information and make recommendations for improved reporting and business processes. Provide input to strategic objectives as they relate to financial matters and lead efforts in response to systemwide initiatives. Work/coordinate with individuals at all levels of the organization and represent the department on key projects. Applies advanced accounting concepts to perform highly complex technical analysis to understand past performance and determine present and future performance and/or resource allocations. Facilitate Accounting Department operations in the absence of the Accounting Manager and University Controller. Required Qualifications: Education - Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field OR a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Experience - Equivalent to five years of professional level accounting experience. Extensive experience in financial statement preparation using applicable reporting models and preparing supporting schedules and lead sheets preferred. Knowledge - Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); office methods and procedures; statistical and mathematical presentation of data; advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems. General knowledge of governmental accounting and internal control methods and related laws, rules, and regulations. Working knowledge of federal student financial aid annual reporting requirements, and quarterly grant reporting requirements. Abilities - In addition to those at the Accountant I and II levels, ability to prepare complex financial statements and reports; understand and interpret laws and rules; communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying complex and technical professional accounting information to non-Accountants. Preferred Qualifications: Licenses - CPA License preferred. Peoplesoft experience and advanced Excel skills are highly desirable. Comprehensive understanding of CSU policies and procedures and compliance issues and all pertinent laws and regulations impacting CSU’s accounting and financial operations. Some experience in a public entity, preferably higher education, with multiple internal and external reporting requirements is preferred. Special Conditions: Physical, Mental and Environmental Conditions: Involves mainly sitting; walking and standing is minimal; involves lifting lightweight objects limited to 15 pounds. Hours of work/ Travel: Some travel may occur outside of normal business hours for training. Background Check: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check and fingerprinting) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Eligibility to Work: Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three days of the date of hire. Title IX: Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix EEO Statement: Cal Maritime is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable Accommodations will be provided to applicants with qualifying disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Benefits Coordinator at (707) 654-1146. Application Procedure: Click "APPLY NOW" to complete the Cal Maritime Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: cover letter and resume. Disclaimer: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained may be modified or changed. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
Description: Working Title: Accountant III Classification Title: Accountant III Department Name: Financial Services Time Base: Full-time Pay Plan: 12 month Bargaining Unit: 9, CSUEU Employment Type: Probationary/Permanent Salary Range: Hiring salary is anticipated at $6,250 - $7,083 per month commensurate with education and experience. CSU Salary Range: $5,242 - $10,116 per month. Benefits: Premium benefit package includes outstanding health, dental and vision plans; life and disability insurances; pension (CalPERS); tuition fee waiver; and 14 paid holidays per year. See our benefits website for additional information. Application Deadline: Open until filled. A review of applications will begin Friday, August 4, 2023. and the review period may end at any time thereafter. Position Summary: The Financial Services Department provides accounting services to the University’s students, staff, faculty, and Auxiliary Organizations. These services include but are not limited to cashiering, student accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general accounting, financial aid, post award grants and contracts, financial reporting, and asset management/property accounting. Financial Services is responsible for ensuring that all accounting, reporting, and reconciliation functions are performed in accordance with applicable law and policy while providing the highest level of service to the campus community. Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Accountant III uses advanced accounting concepts and campus objectives to resolve highly complex issues. Regularly works on highly complex accounting assignments that are of diverse scope requiring analysis of identifiable factors using multiple accounting and financial sources. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions, completing analysis and developing recommendations. Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, with general instructions provided on new or unique accounting assignments. Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on matters of some significance to the accounting organization. Recommends changes to department policies and practices. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Provides priority setting and work flow analysis. The Accountant III participates in all aspects of supporting the mission and goals of California State University Maritime Academy and its Auxiliary Organizations and plays an active role in working and collaborating within the Administration and Finance Division. The incumbent performs the full range of accounting services related to the daily business operations across all campus business units. About California State University Maritime Academy: Established in 1929, California State University Maritime Academy, a campus of the California State University, is the only degree-granting maritime academy on the West Coast. Located on the scenic Vallejo waterfront, the campus serves a student population of approximately 1000 undergraduates and 50 graduate students. Cal Maritime offers seven baccalaureate degrees in Business Administration, Global Studies and Maritime Affairs, Facilities Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Transportation and Oceanography. The undergraduate curriculum includes licensing programs for future merchant marine, coast guard and naval reserve officers. Cal Maritime also offers a Master of Science in Transportation and Engineering Management degree, as well as a number of extended learning programs and courses. Major Responsibilities : Interpret and evaluate the University’s accounting policies to assure compliance with the policies of the State Controller’s Office, the CSU Chancellor’s Office and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Ensure that all accounting activities are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures. Prepare complex accounting and financial reports including applicable reporting models and supporting schedules and lead sheets. Extract, analyze and integrate financial information to accurately meet reporting requirements. Compile, prepare, and interpret complex financial statements in response to internal and external requirements. Reconcile, analyze and prepare journal entries for various accounts, including, but not limited to: faculty accruals, compensated leave time, prepaid expenses, library collections, capitalized leases, accounts receivable, allowance for bad debts, inventories, reclassification of Fund Balance Clearing accounts, self insurance claims liability, expenditure accrual, and deferred revenues. Assist in preparation and coordination of annual audit functions in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, including preparation of all supporting schedules and reports. Assist in the preparation of the audited financial reports of the University including reports to the State of California, Chancellor’s Office, and university management. Interface with all the departments of the University to gather and analyze financial information for the financial statement preparation. Prepare working papers to convert legal basis data into financial statements using the accrual basis of accounting. Interface with the Chancellor’s Office for the year-end pass down journal entries. Coordinate with campus departments, auxiliary organizations and operations in recording of financial information. Assist in the Peoplesoft year-end closing process. Develop and implement methods and work procedures to ensure proper accounting classification and reporting of financial data for systemwide and accounting standards. Participates in the development, implementation, and monitoring of accounting systems, policies and procedures. Defines and maintains chart of account values and PeopleSoft related trees. Uses automated systems to perform account and financial analyses, improve and enhance system usage. Create formal and ad hoc reports in response to requests. Analyze systems and processes to develop improved functionality and process flows and to recommend future system enhancements to improve reporting capabilities. Provide audit compliance and safeguarding of assets to ensure adequate and effective internal controls. Facilitate finance system implementations and upgrades. Create and update documentation related to areas of responsibility. Develop Peoplesoft financial reporting writing techniques for GAAP statements, financial reports, audit reporting schedules and other internal reporting needs. Interpret, organize and present information and make recommendations for improved reporting and business processes. Provide input to strategic objectives as they relate to financial matters and lead efforts in response to systemwide initiatives. Work/coordinate with individuals at all levels of the organization and represent the department on key projects. Applies advanced accounting concepts to perform highly complex technical analysis to understand past performance and determine present and future performance and/or resource allocations. Facilitate Accounting Department operations in the absence of the Accounting Manager and University Controller. Required Qualifications: Education - Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field OR a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Experience - Equivalent to five years of professional level accounting experience. Extensive experience in financial statement preparation using applicable reporting models and preparing supporting schedules and lead sheets preferred. Knowledge - Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); office methods and procedures; statistical and mathematical presentation of data; advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems. General knowledge of governmental accounting and internal control methods and related laws, rules, and regulations. Working knowledge of federal student financial aid annual reporting requirements, and quarterly grant reporting requirements. Abilities - In addition to those at the Accountant I and II levels, ability to prepare complex financial statements and reports; understand and interpret laws and rules; communicate effectively with others inside and outside the unit, including conveying complex and technical professional accounting information to non-Accountants. Preferred Qualifications: Licenses - CPA License preferred. Peoplesoft experience and advanced Excel skills are highly desirable. Comprehensive understanding of CSU policies and procedures and compliance issues and all pertinent laws and regulations impacting CSU’s accounting and financial operations. Some experience in a public entity, preferably higher education, with multiple internal and external reporting requirements is preferred. Special Conditions: Physical, Mental and Environmental Conditions: Involves mainly sitting; walking and standing is minimal; involves lifting lightweight objects limited to 15 pounds. Hours of work/ Travel: Some travel may occur outside of normal business hours for training. Background Check: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check and fingerprinting) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Eligibility to Work: Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three days of the date of hire. Title IX: Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix EEO Statement: Cal Maritime is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable Accommodations will be provided to applicants with qualifying disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Benefits Coordinator at (707) 654-1146. Application Procedure: Click "APPLY NOW" to complete the Cal Maritime Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: cover letter and resume. Disclaimer: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained may be modified or changed. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, California, United States
Position Description Exam: #20/20B22/01ND Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled Priority Screening Date: Monday, November 21, 2022 All application materials must be received by the priority screening date for a guaranteed review. Applications received after this date will be considered on an as needed basis. THE POSITION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION : The Monterey County Auditor-Controller seeks highly motivated professionals with thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to perform professional-level accounting duties preparing, maintaining, analyzing, auditing, reconciling, and verifying financial records and to perform other work as required. There are currently two vacancies. One is in the Accounts Payable Section of the Disbursements Division of the Auditor-Controller's Office. DEPARTMENT : The Auditor-Controller is an elected official who provides the County of Monterey with financial leadership and expert advice on a wide range of fiscal matters and advocates financial integrity and accountability in all County business practices. The department consists of five divisions: Administration, Systems, General Accounting, Internal Audit, and Disbursements (Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Property Tax). Examples of Duties PARAMOUNT DUTIES Prepares complex accounting records and transactions; reviews accounting records and transactions for accuracy; analyzes records and transactions in order to project results; prepares large or complex federal or state claims; performs professional accounting and auditing duties; ensures financial solvency of assigned accounts. Oversees the preparation of or prepared a variety of comprehensive financial, narrative, and statistical reports, including the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, internal audit reports, state and federal reports and special district reports; prepares and submits mandated reports within established timeframes. Assists Auditor-Controller division chiefs with the implementation, oversight and auditing of accounting, budgetary, operational and other fiscal-related policies and procedures. Provides consulting services for departmental executive staff, finance and accounting managers, and CAO budget staff. Analyzes, reconciles, and issues sales and use tax payments; reviews and disburses vehicle license fees and sales tax realignments; documents, maintains, and monitors a variety of logs, procedures, and process to ensure accurate financial records. Calculates, posts, audits, and adjusts journal entries; updates accounts to reflect revenue and expenditures; audits accounts for errors and makes appropriate adjustments; coordinates and reconciles different computer financial systems; reconciles various financial statements to ensure accurate fund accounting; matches financial statements with cash amounts; reviews and approved account transfers and other transactions. Communicates with County staff, governmental agencies, and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolves issues and concerns. Assists with preparation of Annual Continuing Disclosure Reports and other debt-related matters. Assists Auditor-Controller Analyst with gathering reports and analyzing data for the preparation of the County-Wide Cost Allocation Plan. Maintains current knowledge of and complies with applicable laws, codes, rules, regulations, established policies and procedures, and with generally accepted accounting principles; ensures accuracy of input and output data. Ensures integrity of financial information provided to the Board of Supervisors, County Administrative Officer, state and federal officials, auditors, and county staff; makes corrections to balance sheet accounts; reviews reconciliations; such as, warrants, payables, cash, and investments; performs variance analysis and makes appropriate corrections. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough knowledge of: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Internal control systems and general ledger Methods, procedures, and terminology used in professional accounting. Financial statement and report analysis; techniques of financial forecasting. Principles, practices, and techniques of financial and statistical recordkeeping. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques in preparing financial statements and comprehensive accounting reports Working knowledge of: Principles and practices of governmental accounting (from thorough knowledge) Skill and Ability to: Interpret, explain, and apply legal and procedural rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements. Interpret and apply professional and accounting principles and standards. Gather, organize, and evaluate data. Review, reconcile, and analyze financial statements and reports. Apply principles and practices of governmental accounting. Perform mathematical calculations. Meet schedules and timelines. Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and standard software. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Provide excellent and courteous customer services and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Examples of Experience/Education/Training The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above may be acquired through various types of experience, education or training. Typical ways to acquire the required knowledge, skills, and abilities are listed below: Education: Completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree, from an accredited college or university, in accounting, auditing, or a related field with an emphasis in accounting or auditing AND Experience : Three (3) years of experience performing full working-level accounting/auditing duties with a CPA firm, a public agency or private sector, of two years of experience at a level equivalent to an Accountant-Auditor II in Monterey County. Visit the Monterey County website to view the complete Job Description: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/specifications.asp Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting and a credit check. BENEFITS: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the "X" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website: https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/home/showdocument?id=62270 This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. COVID-19 : On July 30, 2021, the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors took action to mandate COVID-19 vaccination for all employees to include new hires. The vaccination requirement is in accordance with Section 25 of the County of Monterey Emergency Response Manual and COVID-19 Prevention Program Link . Applicants who accept employment with the County of Monterey will be required to be fully vaccinated. However, individuals may request medical or religious exemptions and will be required to complete the appropriate request and certification forms for review and approval no later than their start date. Medical / Religion . NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply On-line! Our Website: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/montereycounty Applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Auditor-Controller Department Attn: Nairi Davis, Senior Personnel Analyst 168 W. Alisal Street, 3rd Floor, Salinas, CA 93901 Email: davisn@co.monterey.ca.us Phone: (831) 755-5092 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive selection process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to all the Supplemental Questions Priority Screening Date: Monday, November 21, 2022 Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercises, performance exam, and/or written examination. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for the disabled. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-5092 http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
Position Description Exam: #20/20B22/01ND Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled Priority Screening Date: Monday, November 21, 2022 All application materials must be received by the priority screening date for a guaranteed review. Applications received after this date will be considered on an as needed basis. THE POSITION DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION : The Monterey County Auditor-Controller seeks highly motivated professionals with thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to perform professional-level accounting duties preparing, maintaining, analyzing, auditing, reconciling, and verifying financial records and to perform other work as required. There are currently two vacancies. One is in the Accounts Payable Section of the Disbursements Division of the Auditor-Controller's Office. DEPARTMENT : The Auditor-Controller is an elected official who provides the County of Monterey with financial leadership and expert advice on a wide range of fiscal matters and advocates financial integrity and accountability in all County business practices. The department consists of five divisions: Administration, Systems, General Accounting, Internal Audit, and Disbursements (Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Property Tax). Examples of Duties PARAMOUNT DUTIES Prepares complex accounting records and transactions; reviews accounting records and transactions for accuracy; analyzes records and transactions in order to project results; prepares large or complex federal or state claims; performs professional accounting and auditing duties; ensures financial solvency of assigned accounts. Oversees the preparation of or prepared a variety of comprehensive financial, narrative, and statistical reports, including the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, internal audit reports, state and federal reports and special district reports; prepares and submits mandated reports within established timeframes. Assists Auditor-Controller division chiefs with the implementation, oversight and auditing of accounting, budgetary, operational and other fiscal-related policies and procedures. Provides consulting services for departmental executive staff, finance and accounting managers, and CAO budget staff. Analyzes, reconciles, and issues sales and use tax payments; reviews and disburses vehicle license fees and sales tax realignments; documents, maintains, and monitors a variety of logs, procedures, and process to ensure accurate financial records. Calculates, posts, audits, and adjusts journal entries; updates accounts to reflect revenue and expenditures; audits accounts for errors and makes appropriate adjustments; coordinates and reconciles different computer financial systems; reconciles various financial statements to ensure accurate fund accounting; matches financial statements with cash amounts; reviews and approved account transfers and other transactions. Communicates with County staff, governmental agencies, and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolves issues and concerns. Assists with preparation of Annual Continuing Disclosure Reports and other debt-related matters. Assists Auditor-Controller Analyst with gathering reports and analyzing data for the preparation of the County-Wide Cost Allocation Plan. Maintains current knowledge of and complies with applicable laws, codes, rules, regulations, established policies and procedures, and with generally accepted accounting principles; ensures accuracy of input and output data. Ensures integrity of financial information provided to the Board of Supervisors, County Administrative Officer, state and federal officials, auditors, and county staff; makes corrections to balance sheet accounts; reviews reconciliations; such as, warrants, payables, cash, and investments; performs variance analysis and makes appropriate corrections. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough knowledge of: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Internal control systems and general ledger Methods, procedures, and terminology used in professional accounting. Financial statement and report analysis; techniques of financial forecasting. Principles, practices, and techniques of financial and statistical recordkeeping. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques in preparing financial statements and comprehensive accounting reports Working knowledge of: Principles and practices of governmental accounting (from thorough knowledge) Skill and Ability to: Interpret, explain, and apply legal and procedural rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements. Interpret and apply professional and accounting principles and standards. Gather, organize, and evaluate data. Review, reconcile, and analyze financial statements and reports. Apply principles and practices of governmental accounting. Perform mathematical calculations. Meet schedules and timelines. Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and standard software. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Provide excellent and courteous customer services and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Examples of Experience/Education/Training The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above may be acquired through various types of experience, education or training. Typical ways to acquire the required knowledge, skills, and abilities are listed below: Education: Completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree, from an accredited college or university, in accounting, auditing, or a related field with an emphasis in accounting or auditing AND Experience : Three (3) years of experience performing full working-level accounting/auditing duties with a CPA firm, a public agency or private sector, of two years of experience at a level equivalent to an Accountant-Auditor II in Monterey County. Visit the Monterey County website to view the complete Job Description: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/specifications.asp Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting and a credit check. BENEFITS: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the "X" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website: https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/home/showdocument?id=62270 This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. COVID-19 : On July 30, 2021, the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors took action to mandate COVID-19 vaccination for all employees to include new hires. The vaccination requirement is in accordance with Section 25 of the County of Monterey Emergency Response Manual and COVID-19 Prevention Program Link . Applicants who accept employment with the County of Monterey will be required to be fully vaccinated. However, individuals may request medical or religious exemptions and will be required to complete the appropriate request and certification forms for review and approval no later than their start date. Medical / Religion . NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply On-line! Our Website: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/montereycounty Applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Auditor-Controller Department Attn: Nairi Davis, Senior Personnel Analyst 168 W. Alisal Street, 3rd Floor, Salinas, CA 93901 Email: davisn@co.monterey.ca.us Phone: (831) 755-5092 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive selection process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to all the Supplemental Questions Priority Screening Date: Monday, November 21, 2022 Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercises, performance exam, and/or written examination. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for the disabled. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-5092 http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
EXAM NUMBER: R0647I-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: This is an OPEN COMPETITIVE job opportunity. Apply and join our ever growing diverse workforce! When to Apply Applications will be accepted beginning THURSDAY , SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and all applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2023. _______________________________________________________ Essential Job Functions Withhold Information : No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience and education must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing. WHAT WILL I DO AS AN ACCOUNTANT II? Reviews and performs a wide variety of accounting assignments occurring within the annual accounting cycle including the annual setup and maintenance of accounting records, the classification of revenue and expenditure transactions, journalizing accounting transactions, taking trial balances and preparing closing period adjustments. Interprets the accounting and other financial provisions of a variety of laws, regulations and standards, and recommends steps for their implementation. Conducts cost surveys, revenue analyses, and accounting systems and procedural studies, and writes reports of findings. Compiles, evaluates and reconciles complex operating statements, final accounting for construction and other projects, and claims for reimbursement from other government agencies or private contractors. Evaluates and reconciles complex operating systems for cost reporting and claims processing reimbursements from other government agencies. Prepares balance sheets, statements of revenue, fund balance statements, cost accounting reports, revenue and expenditure estimates, and other specialized financial reports. Compiles expenditure and revenue reports and prepares periodic financial statements of federal and state grants for review. Performs routine audits of the financial records of grant operated agencies, business firms, charitable and nonprofit organizations, other governmental agencies, or private contractors; writes audit reports and makes recommendations. Coordinates audits with internal and external auditors and prepares supporting work papers and provides other assistance. Analyzes established cost accounting systems to determine if the bases and techniques provide realistic estimates of actual costs. Recommends modification of the cost bases and procedures used to improve their reliability. Serves as liaison with other County departments or governmental agencies concerning accounting matters. Participates in the installation of systems and procedures. Supervises a small supporting accounting technical and clerical staff as needed. Serves as the department Internal Control Certification Program (ICCP) coordinator as needed. For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: Accountant II . _______________________________________________________ Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: We are looking for dedicated individuals who possess: 21 semester or 32 quarter units of accounting in an accredited college or university including at least two courses in advanced accounting subjects.* AND EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS OPTION I : One year of entry level accounting or auditing experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accountant I **. OR OPTION II : Two years of technical accounting experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accounting Technician II ***. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for the required units and course work, you MUST include a legible copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. **Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accountant I is defined as performing a variety of entry level accounting assignments in the preparation, analysis, review, maintenance, reconciliation, and control of financial records and fiscal revenue and expenditures forecasting. ***Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accounting Technician II is defined as under general supervision, supervises and performs paraprofessional accounting work in preparing, processing, reconciling and maintaining fiscal records requiring a substantive knowledge of County and general accounting procedures. Endorsement of County Qualifications : Employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classification listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of the classification listed above. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Drivers License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved Additional Information APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the September27, 2023 before 5:00 p.m. PT, deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely including the required Supplemental Questions detailing experience relating to the Minimum Requirements. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Any additional documents, IF ANY , must be received at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Note : If you are unable to attach documentation to your online application, you may email it to KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov . Please ensure to reference your attachment by writing your full name, examination title, and examination number on the subject of your email. Apply online by clicking the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Important: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made per Civil Service Rule 6.04. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the examination process which consists of multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing the following areas: Professional Potential Achievement Maintains Good Working Relationships Analyses Information Learns Quickly Generate New Ideas Uses Time Efficiently Work to High Quality Standards Adapts to Change Copes with Uncertainty Willingness to Learn Responsibility Numerical Reasoning Microsoft Excel 365 : Basic Text and Cell Formatting, Visual Enhancements, Using Functions and Formulas, Printing an Excel Workbook, Applying Passwords and Encryption to an Excel Workbook, Conditional Formatting, and Charts and Data Tables MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment in order to be placed on the eligible list . Scores cannot be given over the telephone. Please note: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add the below email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com County of Los Angeles will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. TESTING ACCOMMODATION If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While these practice materials will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests / . ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of 12 months. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible list resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. ________________________________________________________ SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County, which can be found by visiting https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator. NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ________________________________________________________ ADA Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Kathleen Macaranas Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-2934 Department Contact Email: KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. 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You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system. The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis. NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet. By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth here, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer. Test Preparation : Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Veteran's Credit : In all open competitive examinations, a veteran's credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit. A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran's credit. More information available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information available at: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf Background Check : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). I f asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning : Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at https://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/ . Benefit Information : Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program : In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated April 2023 Closing Date/Time: 9/27/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Sep 21, 2023
Full Time
EXAM NUMBER: R0647I-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: This is an OPEN COMPETITIVE job opportunity. Apply and join our ever growing diverse workforce! When to Apply Applications will be accepted beginning THURSDAY , SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and all applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2023. _______________________________________________________ Essential Job Functions Withhold Information : No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience and education must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing. WHAT WILL I DO AS AN ACCOUNTANT II? Reviews and performs a wide variety of accounting assignments occurring within the annual accounting cycle including the annual setup and maintenance of accounting records, the classification of revenue and expenditure transactions, journalizing accounting transactions, taking trial balances and preparing closing period adjustments. Interprets the accounting and other financial provisions of a variety of laws, regulations and standards, and recommends steps for their implementation. Conducts cost surveys, revenue analyses, and accounting systems and procedural studies, and writes reports of findings. Compiles, evaluates and reconciles complex operating statements, final accounting for construction and other projects, and claims for reimbursement from other government agencies or private contractors. Evaluates and reconciles complex operating systems for cost reporting and claims processing reimbursements from other government agencies. Prepares balance sheets, statements of revenue, fund balance statements, cost accounting reports, revenue and expenditure estimates, and other specialized financial reports. Compiles expenditure and revenue reports and prepares periodic financial statements of federal and state grants for review. Performs routine audits of the financial records of grant operated agencies, business firms, charitable and nonprofit organizations, other governmental agencies, or private contractors; writes audit reports and makes recommendations. Coordinates audits with internal and external auditors and prepares supporting work papers and provides other assistance. Analyzes established cost accounting systems to determine if the bases and techniques provide realistic estimates of actual costs. Recommends modification of the cost bases and procedures used to improve their reliability. Serves as liaison with other County departments or governmental agencies concerning accounting matters. Participates in the installation of systems and procedures. Supervises a small supporting accounting technical and clerical staff as needed. Serves as the department Internal Control Certification Program (ICCP) coordinator as needed. For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: Accountant II . _______________________________________________________ Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: We are looking for dedicated individuals who possess: 21 semester or 32 quarter units of accounting in an accredited college or university including at least two courses in advanced accounting subjects.* AND EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS OPTION I : One year of entry level accounting or auditing experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accountant I **. OR OPTION II : Two years of technical accounting experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accounting Technician II ***. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for the required units and course work, you MUST include a legible copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. **Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accountant I is defined as performing a variety of entry level accounting assignments in the preparation, analysis, review, maintenance, reconciliation, and control of financial records and fiscal revenue and expenditures forecasting. ***Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accounting Technician II is defined as under general supervision, supervises and performs paraprofessional accounting work in preparing, processing, reconciling and maintaining fiscal records requiring a substantive knowledge of County and general accounting procedures. Endorsement of County Qualifications : Employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classification listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of the classification listed above. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Drivers License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved Additional Information APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the September27, 2023 before 5:00 p.m. PT, deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely including the required Supplemental Questions detailing experience relating to the Minimum Requirements. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Any additional documents, IF ANY , must be received at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Note : If you are unable to attach documentation to your online application, you may email it to KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov . Please ensure to reference your attachment by writing your full name, examination title, and examination number on the subject of your email. Apply online by clicking the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Important: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made per Civil Service Rule 6.04. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the examination process which consists of multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing the following areas: Professional Potential Achievement Maintains Good Working Relationships Analyses Information Learns Quickly Generate New Ideas Uses Time Efficiently Work to High Quality Standards Adapts to Change Copes with Uncertainty Willingness to Learn Responsibility Numerical Reasoning Microsoft Excel 365 : Basic Text and Cell Formatting, Visual Enhancements, Using Functions and Formulas, Printing an Excel Workbook, Applying Passwords and Encryption to an Excel Workbook, Conditional Formatting, and Charts and Data Tables MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment in order to be placed on the eligible list . Scores cannot be given over the telephone. Please note: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add the below email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com County of Los Angeles will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. TESTING ACCOMMODATION If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While these practice materials will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review ALL related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests / . ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of 12 months. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible list resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. ________________________________________________________ SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County, which can be found by visiting https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator. NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ________________________________________________________ ADA Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Kathleen Macaranas Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-2934 Department Contact Email: KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. Disclaimer : The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction which may affect the employment application or the application selection process. You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty. The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system. The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis. NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet. By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth here, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer. Test Preparation : Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Veteran's Credit : In all open competitive examinations, a veteran's credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit. A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran's credit. More information available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information available at: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf Background Check : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). I f asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning : Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at https://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/ . Benefit Information : Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program : In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated April 2023 Closing Date/Time: 9/27/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Public Guardian/Conservator’s Officeand to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. About department The Health Care Services Agency consists of nine divisions and fourteen budget units with more than $400 million in total appropriations. COLA *This position is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit and will receive salary increases based on the following schedule for a total of 7% through July 2025: Effective July 2024 - 4% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Effective July 2025 - 3% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Incentives for hard to Recruit/Retention The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: • Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. • Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. • New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Supervises and participates in professional and technical accounting or auditing work in accordance with prescribed standards and systems as assigned; performs the most complex accounting work, including determining cost allocation methods, managing funds, and calculating billing rates. Participates in the development of financial management systems for assigned County department or area. Provides information for and prepares periodic accounting and fiscal reports to internal units, federal, state, and local agencies and/or to private auditing firms as required by governing agencies. Maintains records of financial transactions of County funds, working capital funds, school district funds, special district funds, active trust funds, and agency funds. Reconciles bank account balances and bank statements. Ensures that money received is credited to the proper fund and revenue account and checked against revenue estimates; documents the source of revenue and expenses in accordance with predetermined revenue estimates; analyzes various accounts to ensure proper recording of transactions. Prepares and approves journal entries and service & stores transfers to record expenses, record revenues, make corrections, and to charge other County units for services. Assists in preparation of County and internal budgets; compiles and prepares budget estimates from anticipated operating costs, cash collections, revenues, and expenses; maintains appropriate budget controls over departmental expenditures. Reviews and authorizes requisitions, invoices, and vouchers for processing and payment in accordance with federal, state, and County regulations; authorizes payrolls. Designs, installs, maintains, and updates accounting systems for assigned operations in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations; reviews, analyzes, and monitors various reports from assigned accounting systems to ensure all transactions are properly recorded, exceptions are worked, corrections made, adjustments recorded, and reports completed. Serves as liaison with internal departmental customers or external direct customers to resolve issues and/or provide information; provides information to departmental managers; provides information to vendors. Participates in audits performed by federal, state, and private agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Experience : Two years as an Accountant II in San Joaquin County service. OR PATTERN II Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, accounting, economics, or a closely related field, including at least twelve semester units in accounting. Experience : Three years of professional accounting experience. OR PATTERN III Education : Completion of 60 semester or equivalent quarter units from an accredited college or university including a minimum of 15 semester units or equivalent quarter units in accounting. Experience : Five years of professional accounting experience. AND License : Possession of a valid California driver’s license if required by the nature of the assignment. KNOWLEDGE Accounting theory, principles, practices, and procedures and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions and problems with particular reference to governmental accounting; auditing theory, principles and practices; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations; modern office procedures, practices, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as spreadsheets, databases, and electronic data processing systems. ABILITY Analyze and evaluate accounting and auditing problems; develop pertinent accounting and related data in the preparation of reports and statements; prepare complex financial and statistical reports; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; adapt to changing technologies and learn the functionality of new equipment and systems; supervise and train others; develop appropriate systems for accounts, records, forms, and procedures; interpret and apply rules and regulations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others including County officials and employees, other governmental agencies, or representatives of other business entities; communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device and sitting for long periods of time; occasional standing for long periods of time, walking, pushing/pulling, bending/squatting, driving, and climbing stairs; Lifting-Frequently 5 lbs or less; occasionally 5 to 30 lbs.; Visual-Constant use of overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent need for color perception, hand/eye coordination, and field of vision; Dexterity-Frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion, and writing; Hearing/Talking-Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing on the telephone, talking in person and on the telephone; Emotional/Physiological Factors-Frequent decision making, concentration, and working alone; occasional public contact; Special Requirements-Some assignments may require occasional working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; occasional travel; Environmental Conditions-Occasional exposure to noise, dust, and poor ventilation; occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 9/22/2023 11:59:00 PM
Sep 13, 2023
Full Time
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Public Guardian/Conservator’s Officeand to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. About department The Health Care Services Agency consists of nine divisions and fourteen budget units with more than $400 million in total appropriations. COLA *This position is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit and will receive salary increases based on the following schedule for a total of 7% through July 2025: Effective July 2024 - 4% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Effective July 2025 - 3% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Incentives for hard to Recruit/Retention The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: • Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. • Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. • New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Supervises and participates in professional and technical accounting or auditing work in accordance with prescribed standards and systems as assigned; performs the most complex accounting work, including determining cost allocation methods, managing funds, and calculating billing rates. Participates in the development of financial management systems for assigned County department or area. Provides information for and prepares periodic accounting and fiscal reports to internal units, federal, state, and local agencies and/or to private auditing firms as required by governing agencies. Maintains records of financial transactions of County funds, working capital funds, school district funds, special district funds, active trust funds, and agency funds. Reconciles bank account balances and bank statements. Ensures that money received is credited to the proper fund and revenue account and checked against revenue estimates; documents the source of revenue and expenses in accordance with predetermined revenue estimates; analyzes various accounts to ensure proper recording of transactions. Prepares and approves journal entries and service & stores transfers to record expenses, record revenues, make corrections, and to charge other County units for services. Assists in preparation of County and internal budgets; compiles and prepares budget estimates from anticipated operating costs, cash collections, revenues, and expenses; maintains appropriate budget controls over departmental expenditures. Reviews and authorizes requisitions, invoices, and vouchers for processing and payment in accordance with federal, state, and County regulations; authorizes payrolls. Designs, installs, maintains, and updates accounting systems for assigned operations in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations; reviews, analyzes, and monitors various reports from assigned accounting systems to ensure all transactions are properly recorded, exceptions are worked, corrections made, adjustments recorded, and reports completed. Serves as liaison with internal departmental customers or external direct customers to resolve issues and/or provide information; provides information to departmental managers; provides information to vendors. Participates in audits performed by federal, state, and private agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Experience : Two years as an Accountant II in San Joaquin County service. OR PATTERN II Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, accounting, economics, or a closely related field, including at least twelve semester units in accounting. Experience : Three years of professional accounting experience. OR PATTERN III Education : Completion of 60 semester or equivalent quarter units from an accredited college or university including a minimum of 15 semester units or equivalent quarter units in accounting. Experience : Five years of professional accounting experience. AND License : Possession of a valid California driver’s license if required by the nature of the assignment. KNOWLEDGE Accounting theory, principles, practices, and procedures and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions and problems with particular reference to governmental accounting; auditing theory, principles and practices; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations; modern office procedures, practices, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as spreadsheets, databases, and electronic data processing systems. ABILITY Analyze and evaluate accounting and auditing problems; develop pertinent accounting and related data in the preparation of reports and statements; prepare complex financial and statistical reports; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; adapt to changing technologies and learn the functionality of new equipment and systems; supervise and train others; develop appropriate systems for accounts, records, forms, and procedures; interpret and apply rules and regulations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others including County officials and employees, other governmental agencies, or representatives of other business entities; communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device and sitting for long periods of time; occasional standing for long periods of time, walking, pushing/pulling, bending/squatting, driving, and climbing stairs; Lifting-Frequently 5 lbs or less; occasionally 5 to 30 lbs.; Visual-Constant use of overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent need for color perception, hand/eye coordination, and field of vision; Dexterity-Frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion, and writing; Hearing/Talking-Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing on the telephone, talking in person and on the telephone; Emotional/Physiological Factors-Frequent decision making, concentration, and working alone; occasional public contact; Special Requirements-Some assignments may require occasional working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; occasional travel; Environmental Conditions-Occasional exposure to noise, dust, and poor ventilation; occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 9/22/2023 11:59:00 PM
Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY: The Alameda County Public Works Agency is committed to providing a high level of service to the community we serve through the design, construction and maintenance of innovative transportation and flood control infrastructure. To accomplish this goal, our employees use creative and cost-efficient solutions to meet the challenges we face every day. We continually strive to enhance the quality of life for our customers-the residents and businesses of Alameda County-by providing safe and environmentally sensitive public works infrastructure, including roadways, bridges, and flood control channels. To learn more about the agency, visit the website at www.acpwa.org . THE POSITION: Under general supervision, to provide accounting and financial support of County departments and agencies; to reconcile, maintain, monitor and control major groupings of funds, budget units, or revenue and expenditure accounts; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This is bridge class between the clerical accounting series including Accounting Specialist I and Accounting Technician and the professional-level of Accountant. This class is distinguished from the lower level Accounting Specialist I in that the former works with and is expected to show proficiency in multiple accounting systems and performs work involving county-wide financial processes and/or processes that have significant financial impact on the County. Employees are assigned the most complex, difficult, and/or specialized accounting, financial and/or budgetary work requiring analysis and evaluation of financial records to ensure accuracy and the interpretation of financial guidelines to ensure that fiscal operations are in compliance. This class is distinguished from Accountant series by latter's knowledge of and skill in applying generally accepted accounting principles and practices and requirement for preparing analytical, narrative, statistical, and accounting reports. The professional level classes normally involve independent decision-making, development or oversight of a program or function, the more limited availability or nature of supervision received and a greater scope and complexity of activities, regulations and guidelines. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of one year of experience as an Accounting Specialist I in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) OR II Education: Equivalent to completion of two years of college (90 quarter units or 60 semester units) from an accredited college or university in a bookkeeping or accounting curriculum. (Additional experience as outlined below may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.) AND Experience: Equivalent to two years of full-time bookkeeping experience at a level equivalent to the Accounting Specialist I classification and which has included some combination of document review and processing, administrative or financial recordkeeping and/or office management. License: Specified positions may require possession of a valid California driver's license. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of: • Practices and techniques of automated accounting and financial record keeping and report preparation. • Accounting principles and bookkeeping practices • Principles and practices of auditing and reconciling a variety of financial and accounting documents and records • Computer applications related to the work, including spreadsheet and data base applications • Procedures, terminology and forms related to the functional area to which assigned. • Techniques used to reconcile subsidiary accounts, to control accounts, and to maintain books through trial balance • Basic budgeting and cost accounting practices and procedures. • Microsoft Excel and Access Database. Ability to: • Audit and reconcile financial, accounting and budgetary documents and records; maintain journals and reports. • Read, interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures involved in fiscal recordkeeping and accounting functions • Compile fiscal and financial data. • Learn accounting structure, financial guidelines, systems, and procedures of the department, fiscal program or agency. • Learn basic budgeting and funding regulations, practices, and procedures. • Interpret, explain and apply regulations and procedures in varying situations. • Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines. • Maintain accurate records and files. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY: Please contact Bismarck Blanco at phone number (510) 670-5415 or by email to bismarck@acpwa.org You are encouraged to apply immediately as this posting is open until filled and may close at anytime. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer AddThis Sharing Buttons Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY: The Alameda County Public Works Agency is committed to providing a high level of service to the community we serve through the design, construction and maintenance of innovative transportation and flood control infrastructure. To accomplish this goal, our employees use creative and cost-efficient solutions to meet the challenges we face every day. We continually strive to enhance the quality of life for our customers-the residents and businesses of Alameda County-by providing safe and environmentally sensitive public works infrastructure, including roadways, bridges, and flood control channels. To learn more about the agency, visit the website at www.acpwa.org . THE POSITION: Under general supervision, to provide accounting and financial support of County departments and agencies; to reconcile, maintain, monitor and control major groupings of funds, budget units, or revenue and expenditure accounts; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This is bridge class between the clerical accounting series including Accounting Specialist I and Accounting Technician and the professional-level of Accountant. This class is distinguished from the lower level Accounting Specialist I in that the former works with and is expected to show proficiency in multiple accounting systems and performs work involving county-wide financial processes and/or processes that have significant financial impact on the County. Employees are assigned the most complex, difficult, and/or specialized accounting, financial and/or budgetary work requiring analysis and evaluation of financial records to ensure accuracy and the interpretation of financial guidelines to ensure that fiscal operations are in compliance. This class is distinguished from Accountant series by latter's knowledge of and skill in applying generally accepted accounting principles and practices and requirement for preparing analytical, narrative, statistical, and accounting reports. The professional level classes normally involve independent decision-making, development or oversight of a program or function, the more limited availability or nature of supervision received and a greater scope and complexity of activities, regulations and guidelines. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of one year of experience as an Accounting Specialist I in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) OR II Education: Equivalent to completion of two years of college (90 quarter units or 60 semester units) from an accredited college or university in a bookkeeping or accounting curriculum. (Additional experience as outlined below may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.) AND Experience: Equivalent to two years of full-time bookkeeping experience at a level equivalent to the Accounting Specialist I classification and which has included some combination of document review and processing, administrative or financial recordkeeping and/or office management. License: Specified positions may require possession of a valid California driver's license. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of: • Practices and techniques of automated accounting and financial record keeping and report preparation. • Accounting principles and bookkeeping practices • Principles and practices of auditing and reconciling a variety of financial and accounting documents and records • Computer applications related to the work, including spreadsheet and data base applications • Procedures, terminology and forms related to the functional area to which assigned. • Techniques used to reconcile subsidiary accounts, to control accounts, and to maintain books through trial balance • Basic budgeting and cost accounting practices and procedures. • Microsoft Excel and Access Database. Ability to: • Audit and reconcile financial, accounting and budgetary documents and records; maintain journals and reports. • Read, interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures involved in fiscal recordkeeping and accounting functions • Compile fiscal and financial data. • Learn accounting structure, financial guidelines, systems, and procedures of the department, fiscal program or agency. • Learn basic budgeting and funding regulations, practices, and procedures. • Interpret, explain and apply regulations and procedures in varying situations. • Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines. • Maintain accurate records and files. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY: Please contact Bismarck Blanco at phone number (510) 670-5415 or by email to bismarck@acpwa.org You are encouraged to apply immediately as this posting is open until filled and may close at anytime. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer AddThis Sharing Buttons Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY: The Alameda County Social Services Agency (SSA) is comprised of over 2,300 employees working collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations, neighborhood groups and policy makers to serve the needs of the community. SSA is comprised of four operating departments: Agency Administration & Finance; Adult & Aging Services; Children & Family Services; and Workforce & Benefits Administration. SSA's mission is to promote the economic and social well-being of individuals, families, neighborhoods and communities. To learn more about the Alameda County Social Services Agency, please visit the website at https://www.alamedacountysocialservices.org/ . THE POSITION: Under direction, to perform varied and complex professional accounting work; to prepare analytical, narrative, statistical, and accounting reports; and to perform other related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This class represents higher skilled, journey level professional accounting positions. Incumbents of positions in this class work independently and do not require the technical supervision ordinarily given to the entry-level positions of Accountant-Auditors or lower classifications. In some smaller departments, Accountants may have a wide range of departmental accounting responsibility. In large departments having varied accounting functions, Accountants may maintain financial records for a department division. They prepare and review vouchers, warrants, purchase orders, requisitions, and similar financial documents. Positions in this class are distinguished from the next lower class of Accountant Auditor in that the latter is an entry level, trainee position. Accountant is distinguished from the next higher class of Senior Accountant in that the latter has program responsibility and performs the more difficult technical work and has lead and/or supervisory responsibilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in the class of Accountant-Auditor in the Alameda County classified service. OR II Experience : The equivalent of four (4) years full-time increasingly responsible professional accounting, auditing or administrative experience which included significant accounting/fiscal duties and responsibilities. Substitution : Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in accounting, finance or other closely related field may be substituted for three years of the required experience. NOTE :The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE : The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of : Generally accepted accounting principles, governmental accounting and auditing principles, theory, and procedures. Business office practices. Working knowledge of computer spreadsheet and word processing applications. Ability to : Interpret and apply business and governmental laws and regulations. Prepare comprehensive, clear, and concise accounting and statistical reports. Operate standard office equipment. Read and interpret financial reports. Work independently. Exercise judgment. Communicate effectively in writing. Communicate effectively orally. Learn specific accounting information systems. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY: Please s ubmit a PDF copy of your completed application to ssadhro@acgov.org . If you have any questions regarding this announcement, please send your contact information and specific inquiries to ssadhro@acgov.org or call La Tonya Phillips at 510-271-9126. You are encouraged to apply immediately as this posting is open until filled and may close at anytime. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 24, 2023
Full Time
Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY: The Alameda County Social Services Agency (SSA) is comprised of over 2,300 employees working collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations, neighborhood groups and policy makers to serve the needs of the community. SSA is comprised of four operating departments: Agency Administration & Finance; Adult & Aging Services; Children & Family Services; and Workforce & Benefits Administration. SSA's mission is to promote the economic and social well-being of individuals, families, neighborhoods and communities. To learn more about the Alameda County Social Services Agency, please visit the website at https://www.alamedacountysocialservices.org/ . THE POSITION: Under direction, to perform varied and complex professional accounting work; to prepare analytical, narrative, statistical, and accounting reports; and to perform other related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES This class represents higher skilled, journey level professional accounting positions. Incumbents of positions in this class work independently and do not require the technical supervision ordinarily given to the entry-level positions of Accountant-Auditors or lower classifications. In some smaller departments, Accountants may have a wide range of departmental accounting responsibility. In large departments having varied accounting functions, Accountants may maintain financial records for a department division. They prepare and review vouchers, warrants, purchase orders, requisitions, and similar financial documents. Positions in this class are distinguished from the next lower class of Accountant Auditor in that the latter is an entry level, trainee position. Accountant is distinguished from the next higher class of Senior Accountant in that the latter has program responsibility and performs the more difficult technical work and has lead and/or supervisory responsibilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in the class of Accountant-Auditor in the Alameda County classified service. OR II Experience : The equivalent of four (4) years full-time increasingly responsible professional accounting, auditing or administrative experience which included significant accounting/fiscal duties and responsibilities. Substitution : Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in accounting, finance or other closely related field may be substituted for three years of the required experience. NOTE :The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE : The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification. Knowledge of : Generally accepted accounting principles, governmental accounting and auditing principles, theory, and procedures. Business office practices. Working knowledge of computer spreadsheet and word processing applications. Ability to : Interpret and apply business and governmental laws and regulations. Prepare comprehensive, clear, and concise accounting and statistical reports. Operate standard office equipment. Read and interpret financial reports. Work independently. Exercise judgment. Communicate effectively in writing. Communicate effectively orally. Learn specific accounting information systems. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY: Please s ubmit a PDF copy of your completed application to ssadhro@acgov.org . If you have any questions regarding this announcement, please send your contact information and specific inquiries to ssadhro@acgov.org or call La Tonya Phillips at 510-271-9126. You are encouraged to apply immediately as this posting is open until filled and may close at anytime. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Cal State University (CSU) San Jose
1 Washington Street, San Jose, CA 95192, USA
Description: Job Summary The Lead Accountant III position performs advanced professional accounting work requiring a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and practices and substantial judgment and discretion in Accounting Services. Incumbent will lead the day-to-day activities and review the work of clerical, technical or professional employees engaged in accounting, financial record-keeping, or financial reporting work, and provide input to the employee performance evaluation process. This Accountant III position focuses primarily, but not exclusively, on Student Finance, Financial Aid, and various tax reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities Ensure that assigned accounting activities are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures and generally accounting standards Lead the day-to-day activities, review and approve the works of various functions with Accounting Services Provide training, guidance, and assistance to Accountants I and II and other professional and technical staff. Guide cross-training of staff to ensure continued operations in case of absences Cross train, as needed, to assist other Accountant positions Provide input to the employee performance evaluation process Assure that assigned accounting reporting systems and procedures are in compliance with established administrative policies and procedures and acceptable accounting standards Analyze accounting control procedures. Document and maintain business processes Periodically review and recommend/implement improvements to standards and procedures Interpret financial reports and statements and identify problem areas Prepare complex financial statements and reports Analyze account balances and reconcile balances to external data Identify actual or potential problems, and recommend corrective or preventative action. Assist in correcting and reconciling General Ledger balances Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Ability to present statistical and mathematical data Advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems General knowledge of governmental accounting, internal control methods, and related laws, rules and regulations Working knowledge of federal student financial aid annual reporting requirements, and quarterly grant reporting requirements Ability to interpret and follow instructions and policy guidelines Ability to analyze financial and statistical data to draw conclusions Utilize problem solving techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Ability to communicate effectively with others inside and outside the organization, including conveying technical information to non-accountants Ability to understand, interpret, and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and principles as a basis for decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities Ability to prepare complex financial statements and reports Required Qualifications Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities Five years of professional level accounting experience Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA 5 years of professional accounting experience including 3 years in a supervisory capacity Experience in higher education and/or fund accounting Experience using Oracle PeopleSoft ERP (or similar) software Knowledge of Federal, State, CSU and SJSU practices, policies and procedures Compensation Classification: Accountant III Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,500/month - $8,333/month CSU Salary Range: $5,242/month - $10,116/month San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary . Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: Resume Letter of Interest All applicants must apply within the specified application period: August 17, 2023 through August 31, 2023 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university. Contact Information University Personnel jobs@sjsu.edu 408-924-2252 CSU Vaccination Policy The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu . Additional Information Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis. The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire. SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS) All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity. Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu . Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu . Equal Employment Statement San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Sep 14, 2023
Full Time
Description: Job Summary The Lead Accountant III position performs advanced professional accounting work requiring a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and practices and substantial judgment and discretion in Accounting Services. Incumbent will lead the day-to-day activities and review the work of clerical, technical or professional employees engaged in accounting, financial record-keeping, or financial reporting work, and provide input to the employee performance evaluation process. This Accountant III position focuses primarily, but not exclusively, on Student Finance, Financial Aid, and various tax reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities Ensure that assigned accounting activities are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures and generally accounting standards Lead the day-to-day activities, review and approve the works of various functions with Accounting Services Provide training, guidance, and assistance to Accountants I and II and other professional and technical staff. Guide cross-training of staff to ensure continued operations in case of absences Cross train, as needed, to assist other Accountant positions Provide input to the employee performance evaluation process Assure that assigned accounting reporting systems and procedures are in compliance with established administrative policies and procedures and acceptable accounting standards Analyze accounting control procedures. Document and maintain business processes Periodically review and recommend/implement improvements to standards and procedures Interpret financial reports and statements and identify problem areas Prepare complex financial statements and reports Analyze account balances and reconcile balances to external data Identify actual or potential problems, and recommend corrective or preventative action. Assist in correcting and reconciling General Ledger balances Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Ability to present statistical and mathematical data Advanced proficiency with current word processing and spreadsheet software programs, web browsers, query tools, integrated financial systems and/or other types of records management systems General knowledge of governmental accounting, internal control methods, and related laws, rules and regulations Working knowledge of federal student financial aid annual reporting requirements, and quarterly grant reporting requirements Ability to interpret and follow instructions and policy guidelines Ability to analyze financial and statistical data to draw conclusions Utilize problem solving techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Ability to communicate effectively with others inside and outside the organization, including conveying technical information to non-accountants Ability to understand, interpret, and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and principles as a basis for decisions and recommendations regarding accounting activities Ability to prepare complex financial statements and reports Required Qualifications Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or a closely related field or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities Five years of professional level accounting experience Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA 5 years of professional accounting experience including 3 years in a supervisory capacity Experience in higher education and/or fund accounting Experience using Oracle PeopleSoft ERP (or similar) software Knowledge of Federal, State, CSU and SJSU practices, policies and procedures Compensation Classification: Accountant III Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,500/month - $8,333/month CSU Salary Range: $5,242/month - $10,116/month San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary . Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: Resume Letter of Interest All applicants must apply within the specified application period: August 17, 2023 through August 31, 2023 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university. Contact Information University Personnel jobs@sjsu.edu 408-924-2252 CSU Vaccination Policy The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu . Additional Information Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis. The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire. SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS) All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity. Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu . Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu . Equal Employment Statement San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Position Information Do you have a four-year accounting degree ? Are you interested in growing a career with the County of Sonoma? If so, apply today to become a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser! Starting Salary Up to $44.62/hour ($93,127/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* The Clerk Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voters (CRA) Department is currently recruiting to fill this position at either the I or II level, depending upon qualifications. If you are interested in applying at the II level of this opportunity, you must submit a separate application to each recruitment. As a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser I in the Assessor's Office, you will gain experience auditing business property accounting records based upon data contained in the accounting records and from physical inspections. Additionally, you will learn how to explain business assessment auditing procedures and methods to the general public, businesses, and commercial firms. You will also learn to apply auditing and appraisal theories and techniques to assess valuations of businesses' assets and improvements, as well as personal items like boats and aircrafts. Other responsibilities include: Verifying the accuracy of property statement data submitted to the Assessor's Office Assisting taxpayers with property statements and property tax matters Verifying that property improvements are accurately assessed and classified by reviewing building records Inspecting and comparing property statements to determine if all property is reported Determining the proper classification of personal property or improvement Preparing assessment appeal cases and testifying before the Assessment Appeals Board Performing computer searches of data for property ownership, valuations, and other information and providing customer service via phone and in person The ideal candidate will possess: Knowledge of California Revenue and Taxation Code and accounting and auditing principles and procedures Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers Experience tracking fixed assets and preparing depreciation schedules and bank and general ledger reconciliations A detail-oriented, analytical mindset with good decision-making abilities Strong oral and written communication skills Familiarity with completing Business Property Statements and Agricultural Property Statements, as well as creating financial statements and related reports Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office skills Please note: The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) is responsible for the certification of state and county assessors' personnel performing appraisals for property tax purposes. Statutes require the BOE to certify Auditor-Appraisers before they perform these duties. The certification includes an initial evaluation of the candidate's education and experience, and the successful completion of a qualifying examination. Please visit: http://www.boe.ca.gov/proptaxes/castraining.htm for the certification requirements. What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including: A hybrid telework schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignement Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Auditor-Appraiser II (up to $101,788 annually) Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County paid 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance of up to $500 and ongoing education/training opportunities County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement fully integrated with Social Security May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) . This recruitment is being conducted to fill a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser in Clerk-Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voter's office. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help openings as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service Title is Auditor-Appraiser I. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience*: Any combination of education, training and/or work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally this would include a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in accounting and auditing, or an active licensed accountant in the State of California; AND one year of recent, professional experience in accounting or auditing. * The qualifications for this classification are subject to the California State Board of Equalization's current standards. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Certificate: Incumbents are required to obtain an Appraiser's Certificate within the one year probationary period. Temporary certificates will be issued by the State Board of Equalization to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and receive a job offer from the County. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of : personal computers and commonly available software. Knowledge of : the methods and practices used in auditing the accounting and financial records of businesses. Ability to : read, interpret and apply the rules, regulations, policies and procedures that relate to the Assessor's Office; analyze financial and accounting data and draw logical conclusions from this review; speak and write effectively and establish and maintain cooperative relations with the public and with other employees; apply accounting and auditing techniques to practical field problems; obtain an Appraiser's Certificate within one year from the date of employment. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) . Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: JT HR Technician: RR IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 10, 2023
Full Time
Position Information Do you have a four-year accounting degree ? Are you interested in growing a career with the County of Sonoma? If so, apply today to become a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser! Starting Salary Up to $44.62/hour ($93,127/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* The Clerk Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voters (CRA) Department is currently recruiting to fill this position at either the I or II level, depending upon qualifications. If you are interested in applying at the II level of this opportunity, you must submit a separate application to each recruitment. As a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser I in the Assessor's Office, you will gain experience auditing business property accounting records based upon data contained in the accounting records and from physical inspections. Additionally, you will learn how to explain business assessment auditing procedures and methods to the general public, businesses, and commercial firms. You will also learn to apply auditing and appraisal theories and techniques to assess valuations of businesses' assets and improvements, as well as personal items like boats and aircrafts. Other responsibilities include: Verifying the accuracy of property statement data submitted to the Assessor's Office Assisting taxpayers with property statements and property tax matters Verifying that property improvements are accurately assessed and classified by reviewing building records Inspecting and comparing property statements to determine if all property is reported Determining the proper classification of personal property or improvement Preparing assessment appeal cases and testifying before the Assessment Appeals Board Performing computer searches of data for property ownership, valuations, and other information and providing customer service via phone and in person The ideal candidate will possess: Knowledge of California Revenue and Taxation Code and accounting and auditing principles and procedures Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers Experience tracking fixed assets and preparing depreciation schedules and bank and general ledger reconciliations A detail-oriented, analytical mindset with good decision-making abilities Strong oral and written communication skills Familiarity with completing Business Property Statements and Agricultural Property Statements, as well as creating financial statements and related reports Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office skills Please note: The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) is responsible for the certification of state and county assessors' personnel performing appraisals for property tax purposes. Statutes require the BOE to certify Auditor-Appraisers before they perform these duties. The certification includes an initial evaluation of the candidate's education and experience, and the successful completion of a qualifying examination. Please visit: http://www.boe.ca.gov/proptaxes/castraining.htm for the certification requirements. What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including: A hybrid telework schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignement Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Auditor-Appraiser II (up to $101,788 annually) Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County paid 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance of up to $500 and ongoing education/training opportunities County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement fully integrated with Social Security May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) . This recruitment is being conducted to fill a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser in Clerk-Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voter's office. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help openings as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service Title is Auditor-Appraiser I. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience*: Any combination of education, training and/or work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally this would include a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in accounting and auditing, or an active licensed accountant in the State of California; AND one year of recent, professional experience in accounting or auditing. * The qualifications for this classification are subject to the California State Board of Equalization's current standards. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Certificate: Incumbents are required to obtain an Appraiser's Certificate within the one year probationary period. Temporary certificates will be issued by the State Board of Equalization to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and receive a job offer from the County. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of : personal computers and commonly available software. Knowledge of : the methods and practices used in auditing the accounting and financial records of businesses. Ability to : read, interpret and apply the rules, regulations, policies and procedures that relate to the Assessor's Office; analyze financial and accounting data and draw logical conclusions from this review; speak and write effectively and establish and maintain cooperative relations with the public and with other employees; apply accounting and auditing techniques to practical field problems; obtain an Appraiser's Certificate within one year from the date of employment. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) . Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: JT HR Technician: RR IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Position Information Do you have four-year accounting degree ? Are you interested in growing your career with the County of Sonoma? If so, apply today to become a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser! Starting Salary Up to $48.77/hour ($101,788/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* The Clerk Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voters (CRA) Department is currently recruiting to this position at either the I or II level, depending upon qualifications. If you are interested in applying at the I level of this opportunity, you must submit a separate application to each recruitment. As a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser II in the Assessor's Office, you will audit accounting records based upon data contained in the accounting records and from physical inspections. Additionally, you will explain business assessment auditing procedures and methods to the general public, businesses, and commercial firms. You will also apply auditing and appraisal theories and techniques to assess valuations of businesses' assets and improvements, as well as personal items like boats and aircrafts. Other responsibilities include: Verifying the accuracy of property statement data submitted to the Assessor's Office Assisting taxpayers with property statements and property tax matters Verifying that property improvements are accurately assessed and classified by reviewing building records Inspecting and comparing property statements to determine if all property is reported Determining the proper classification of personal property or improvement Preparing assessment appeal cases and testifying before the Assessment Appeals Board Performing computer searches of data for property ownership, valuations, and other information and providing customer service via phone and in person The ideal candidate will possess: Knowledge of California Revenue and Taxation Code and accounting and auditing principles and procedures Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers Experience tracking fixed assets and preparing depreciation schedules and bank and general ledger reconciliations A detail-oriented, analytical mindset with good decision-making abilities Strong oral and written communication skills Familiarity with completing Business Property Statements and Agricultural Property Statements, as well as creating financial statements and related reports Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office skills Please note: The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) is responsible for the certification of state and county assessors' personnel performing appraisals for property tax purposes. Statutes require the BOE to certify Auditor-Appraisers before they perform these duties. The certification includes an initial evaluation of the candidate's education and experience, and the successful completion of a qualifying examination. Please visit: http://www.boe.ca.gov/proptaxes/castraining.htm for the certification requirements. What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including: A hybrid telework schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County paid 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance of up to $500 and ongoing education/training opportunities County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement fully integrated with Social Security May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) . This recruitment is being conducted to fill a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser in Clerk-Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voter's office. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help openings as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service Title is Auditor-Appraiser II. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience* : Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, including courses in basic, intermediate and advanced accounting and auditing OR an active licensed accountant in the State of California, AND either one year of recent full-time experience performing property tax audits in a California Assessor's office or in the State Board of Equalization's Property Tax Department at a level comparable to that of an Auditor-Appraiser I, OR two years of recent full-time experience performing property tax liability for a large commercial firm or for a governmental taxing agency. * The qualifications for this classification are subject to the the California State Board of Equalization's current standards. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Certificate: Incumbents are required to obtain an Appraiser's Certificate within one year from the date of employment. Temporary certificates will be issued by the State Board of Equalization to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and receive a job offer from the County. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : personal property appraisal and assessment principles, practices and techniques and California property tax laws and rules; the methods and practices used in auditing the accounting and financial records of businesses. Ability to : read, interpret and apply the rules, regulations, policies and procedures that relate to the Assessor's Office; analyze financial and accounting data and draw logical conclusions therefrom; speak and write effectively and establish and maintain cooperative relations with the public and with fellow employees; apply accounting and auditing techniques to practical field problems. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) . Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: JT HR Technician: RR IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 10, 2023
Full Time
Position Information Do you have four-year accounting degree ? Are you interested in growing your career with the County of Sonoma? If so, apply today to become a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser! Starting Salary Up to $48.77/hour ($101,788/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* The Clerk Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voters (CRA) Department is currently recruiting to this position at either the I or II level, depending upon qualifications. If you are interested in applying at the I level of this opportunity, you must submit a separate application to each recruitment. As a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser II in the Assessor's Office, you will audit accounting records based upon data contained in the accounting records and from physical inspections. Additionally, you will explain business assessment auditing procedures and methods to the general public, businesses, and commercial firms. You will also apply auditing and appraisal theories and techniques to assess valuations of businesses' assets and improvements, as well as personal items like boats and aircrafts. Other responsibilities include: Verifying the accuracy of property statement data submitted to the Assessor's Office Assisting taxpayers with property statements and property tax matters Verifying that property improvements are accurately assessed and classified by reviewing building records Inspecting and comparing property statements to determine if all property is reported Determining the proper classification of personal property or improvement Preparing assessment appeal cases and testifying before the Assessment Appeals Board Performing computer searches of data for property ownership, valuations, and other information and providing customer service via phone and in person The ideal candidate will possess: Knowledge of California Revenue and Taxation Code and accounting and auditing principles and procedures Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers Experience tracking fixed assets and preparing depreciation schedules and bank and general ledger reconciliations A detail-oriented, analytical mindset with good decision-making abilities Strong oral and written communication skills Familiarity with completing Business Property Statements and Agricultural Property Statements, as well as creating financial statements and related reports Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office skills Please note: The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) is responsible for the certification of state and county assessors' personnel performing appraisals for property tax purposes. Statutes require the BOE to certify Auditor-Appraisers before they perform these duties. The certification includes an initial evaluation of the candidate's education and experience, and the successful completion of a qualifying examination. Please visit: http://www.boe.ca.gov/proptaxes/castraining.htm for the certification requirements. What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including: A hybrid telework schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County paid 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance of up to $500 and ongoing education/training opportunities County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement fully integrated with Social Security May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) . This recruitment is being conducted to fill a Business Property Auditor-Appraiser in Clerk-Recorder-Assessor-Registrar of Voter's office. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help openings as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service Title is Auditor-Appraiser II. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience* : Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, including courses in basic, intermediate and advanced accounting and auditing OR an active licensed accountant in the State of California, AND either one year of recent full-time experience performing property tax audits in a California Assessor's office or in the State Board of Equalization's Property Tax Department at a level comparable to that of an Auditor-Appraiser I, OR two years of recent full-time experience performing property tax liability for a large commercial firm or for a governmental taxing agency. * The qualifications for this classification are subject to the the California State Board of Equalization's current standards. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Certificate: Incumbents are required to obtain an Appraiser's Certificate within one year from the date of employment. Temporary certificates will be issued by the State Board of Equalization to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and receive a job offer from the County. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : personal property appraisal and assessment principles, practices and techniques and California property tax laws and rules; the methods and practices used in auditing the accounting and financial records of businesses. Ability to : read, interpret and apply the rules, regulations, policies and procedures that relate to the Assessor's Office; analyze financial and accounting data and draw logical conclusions therefrom; speak and write effectively and establish and maintain cooperative relations with the public and with fellow employees; apply accounting and auditing techniques to practical field problems. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) . Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: JT HR Technician: RR IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position Job Appointment: Full time, Regular Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm Work Location: Hybrid; In-person work to be conducted at The Vanport Building, 1810 SW 5th Ave., Suite 710 Portland, OR 97201 Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to attach a cover letter and resume. Position Summary The Finance Manager will supervise the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability's Finance Team and provide ongoing direction related to budget development, fund management, and accounting practices. This position reports to the Deputy Director and is a key member of the bureau's management team. The BPS Finance Team handles budget planning and development, financial management, accounting, monitoring, and reporting of bureau financial activities. There are currently six staff within the team, including a Financial Analyst III, two Financial Analyst II's, two Financial Analyst I's, and an Accountant II. The bureau has annual expenditures of approximately $120 Million. In addition to General Fund resources, the bureau has responsibility for managing the Portland Clean Energy Fund ($100M+ revenue annually), the Solid Waste Management Fund ($15M annually), and the multi-jurisdictional Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Fund ($12M annually). As a Finance Manager, you will: Provide leadership to retain diverse, competent, and service-oriented finance staff - including creating professional development and training opportunities, assigning roles that best match skills and ensure manageable workloads, setting performance goals, and collaboratively evaluating performance. Develop and administer the bureau budget in partnership with the Deputy Director, the bureau Executive Team, and program managers. This includes forecasting resources; monitoring budget to actual revenues and expenditures and suggest adjustments; managing quarterly and annual budget update processes; performing various specialized financial, revenue, budgetary studies and analyses. Deliver public presentations alongside executive level management to commissions, budget advisory committees, and City Council. Oversee systems to ensure transparent financial accountability for the Portland Clean Energy Fund, the Solid Waste Management Fund, and the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Fund. Track and manage internal services interagency agreements with partner agencies that provide services to the bureau (OMF, BTS, Fleet, etc.). Promote an equitable workplace that demonstrates an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society. As a candidate you are: People Centered: Understand that our people are our most important resource and that it is possible to create a supportive and engaged workplace. Equitable Leader: You are a strong equitable leader with a commitment to your position as well as your team/employees. Being an ethical, fair, and supportive leader is critical. Municipal Budget System Expert: Ideally City of Portland budget experience. About the Bureau: The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability develops creative and practical solutions enhance Portland's livability, preserve distinctive places and plan for a resilient future. We are committed to advancing equity as a means of achieving prosperous, healthy, resilient communities. In collaboration with community partners, we provide leadership in planning, climate/sustainability, and community technology. The Planning programs include comprehensive land use, neighborhood, economic, historic and environmental planning, and urban design. The Climate and Sustainability programs includes policy to address climate change and technical services to advance green building and a just transition to clean energy, waste prevention, composting and recycling, and administration of the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund. The Community Technology programs include regulation of private franchise utilities, administration of the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission, digital equity and inclusion policy and projects, and Smart Cities PDX. https://www.portland.gov/bps (http://www.portland.gov/bps) BPS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. We encourage candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with abroad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply. Although not required, BPS encourages candidates that can fluently speak more than one language to include that information in your resume. BPS offers an excellent benefits package, flexible work schedules and support for training and skills development in a positive, engaging, and creative work environment. Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and other people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications listed. BPS considers lived experience and transferrable skills as qualifying unless an item is labeled as required. We are most interested in finding the best candidates for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply. Questions? Jaclyn Snyder, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience in financial management, budget preparation and administration, accounting, public administration, and program evaluation. Experience leading , managing, supervising, training, and conducting performance evaluations. Ability to utilize enterprise financial software (such as SAP, Business Financial Management, and/or Patternstream), Microsoft Office suite, and general office software. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively in public settings. Ability to manage a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex municipal services. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; demonstrate tact, diplomacy, and patience, and gain cooperation through discussion and collaboration. Although not required, you may have one or more of the following: Education/Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, or field related to finance, accounting. Experience : four (4) years professional experience in a financial field, including at least three (3) years supervisory experience. Experience with municipal budget systems, ideally City of Portland budget experience. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between September 4, 2023 - September 25, 2023 Required Application Materials: Resume Cover Letter Optional Application Materials: Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Do not attach materials not requested . Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of September 25, 2023 and October 2, 2023 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of October 9, 2023 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): Mid-October to Early November Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: Mid to Late November Step 6: Start Date: Early December A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month . If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement.Closing Date/Time: 9/25/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 05, 2023
Full Time
The Position Job Appointment: Full time, Regular Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm Work Location: Hybrid; In-person work to be conducted at The Vanport Building, 1810 SW 5th Ave., Suite 710 Portland, OR 97201 Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to attach a cover letter and resume. Position Summary The Finance Manager will supervise the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability's Finance Team and provide ongoing direction related to budget development, fund management, and accounting practices. This position reports to the Deputy Director and is a key member of the bureau's management team. The BPS Finance Team handles budget planning and development, financial management, accounting, monitoring, and reporting of bureau financial activities. There are currently six staff within the team, including a Financial Analyst III, two Financial Analyst II's, two Financial Analyst I's, and an Accountant II. The bureau has annual expenditures of approximately $120 Million. In addition to General Fund resources, the bureau has responsibility for managing the Portland Clean Energy Fund ($100M+ revenue annually), the Solid Waste Management Fund ($15M annually), and the multi-jurisdictional Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Fund ($12M annually). As a Finance Manager, you will: Provide leadership to retain diverse, competent, and service-oriented finance staff - including creating professional development and training opportunities, assigning roles that best match skills and ensure manageable workloads, setting performance goals, and collaboratively evaluating performance. Develop and administer the bureau budget in partnership with the Deputy Director, the bureau Executive Team, and program managers. This includes forecasting resources; monitoring budget to actual revenues and expenditures and suggest adjustments; managing quarterly and annual budget update processes; performing various specialized financial, revenue, budgetary studies and analyses. Deliver public presentations alongside executive level management to commissions, budget advisory committees, and City Council. Oversee systems to ensure transparent financial accountability for the Portland Clean Energy Fund, the Solid Waste Management Fund, and the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Fund. Track and manage internal services interagency agreements with partner agencies that provide services to the bureau (OMF, BTS, Fleet, etc.). Promote an equitable workplace that demonstrates an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society. As a candidate you are: People Centered: Understand that our people are our most important resource and that it is possible to create a supportive and engaged workplace. Equitable Leader: You are a strong equitable leader with a commitment to your position as well as your team/employees. Being an ethical, fair, and supportive leader is critical. Municipal Budget System Expert: Ideally City of Portland budget experience. About the Bureau: The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability develops creative and practical solutions enhance Portland's livability, preserve distinctive places and plan for a resilient future. We are committed to advancing equity as a means of achieving prosperous, healthy, resilient communities. In collaboration with community partners, we provide leadership in planning, climate/sustainability, and community technology. The Planning programs include comprehensive land use, neighborhood, economic, historic and environmental planning, and urban design. The Climate and Sustainability programs includes policy to address climate change and technical services to advance green building and a just transition to clean energy, waste prevention, composting and recycling, and administration of the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund. The Community Technology programs include regulation of private franchise utilities, administration of the Mt. Hood Cable Regulatory Commission, digital equity and inclusion policy and projects, and Smart Cities PDX. https://www.portland.gov/bps (http://www.portland.gov/bps) BPS values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization. We encourage candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with abroad range of individuals and diverse communities to apply. Although not required, BPS encourages candidates that can fluently speak more than one language to include that information in your resume. BPS offers an excellent benefits package, flexible work schedules and support for training and skills development in a positive, engaging, and creative work environment. Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and other people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications listed. BPS considers lived experience and transferrable skills as qualifying unless an item is labeled as required. We are most interested in finding the best candidates for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply. Questions? Jaclyn Snyder, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience in financial management, budget preparation and administration, accounting, public administration, and program evaluation. Experience leading , managing, supervising, training, and conducting performance evaluations. Ability to utilize enterprise financial software (such as SAP, Business Financial Management, and/or Patternstream), Microsoft Office suite, and general office software. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively in public settings. Ability to manage a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex municipal services. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; demonstrate tact, diplomacy, and patience, and gain cooperation through discussion and collaboration. Although not required, you may have one or more of the following: Education/Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, or field related to finance, accounting. Experience : four (4) years professional experience in a financial field, including at least three (3) years supervisory experience. Experience with municipal budget systems, ideally City of Portland budget experience. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between September 4, 2023 - September 25, 2023 Required Application Materials: Resume Cover Letter Optional Application Materials: Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Do not attach materials not requested . Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of September 25, 2023 and October 2, 2023 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of October 9, 2023 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): Mid-October to Early November Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: Mid to Late November Step 6: Start Date: Early December A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month . If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement.Closing Date/Time: 9/25/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Introduction This examination is being given to fill current vacancies in the San Joaquin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs audit-appraisals of routine, real and personal property of farms, ranches, commercial and industrial businesses for property tax assessment purposes by examination of the property and audit of the financial records. Reviews, analyzes, and processes annual property statement filings; computes taxable full cash values for supplies, machinery/equipment, equipment out on lease/rent, construction in progress and trade fixtures by adjusting original historical cost for changes in price levels, trade level, and for depreciation. Investigates complaints; collects and evaluates data; reports and makes recommendations on the basis of findings. Performs a variety of office and field work relating to the real and personal property assessment process including discovery of accounts and internal audit verification of property statements; interviews property owners, accountants, brokers, supplies, and others regarding real and personal property sales, cost, classification, economic life, or other information. Attends training classes and seminars. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a specialization in accounting, including at least 18 semester (or equivalent quarter) units in accounting or auditing courses. Business law and economic classes may not contribute toward the 18 units. OR PATTERN II License : A licensed accountant in the State of California. Experience : Two years of professional accounting, financial auditing, or property appraisal experience. AND FOR ALL PATTERNS License : Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Certificate : As a condition of employment, a permanent Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization must be obtained within one year of appointment. As a condition of continued employment, permanent appraiser certification and requirements to perform work as an auditor-appraiser in accordance with California State Revenue and Taxation Code 670 must be maintained. KNOWLEDGE Accounting theory, principles, and practices, and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions; modern office management procedures, practices, and equipment, particularly as they apply to accounting operations; auditing theory, principles, practices, and their application. ABILITY Conduct routine audit appraisals of farms, ranches, industrial and /commercial real and personal property using accepted audit appraisal methods; analyze and present facts and recommendations clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other appraisers. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility --Frequent operation of keyboards, sitting for extended periods, standing for long periods, walking; Lifting -Frequently 20 pounds or less; Vision - Good vision; frequent reading and close-up work; normal hand and eye coordination; Dexterity -normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking - Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/psychological - Frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Special conditions - May require occasional travel, overtime, weekend or evening work. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Accomodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 10/13/2023 11:59:00 PM
Sep 19, 2023
Full Time
Introduction This examination is being given to fill current vacancies in the San Joaquin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs audit-appraisals of routine, real and personal property of farms, ranches, commercial and industrial businesses for property tax assessment purposes by examination of the property and audit of the financial records. Reviews, analyzes, and processes annual property statement filings; computes taxable full cash values for supplies, machinery/equipment, equipment out on lease/rent, construction in progress and trade fixtures by adjusting original historical cost for changes in price levels, trade level, and for depreciation. Investigates complaints; collects and evaluates data; reports and makes recommendations on the basis of findings. Performs a variety of office and field work relating to the real and personal property assessment process including discovery of accounts and internal audit verification of property statements; interviews property owners, accountants, brokers, supplies, and others regarding real and personal property sales, cost, classification, economic life, or other information. Attends training classes and seminars. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER PATTERN I Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a specialization in accounting, including at least 18 semester (or equivalent quarter) units in accounting or auditing courses. Business law and economic classes may not contribute toward the 18 units. OR PATTERN II License : A licensed accountant in the State of California. Experience : Two years of professional accounting, financial auditing, or property appraisal experience. AND FOR ALL PATTERNS License : Possession of a valid California driver’s license. Certificate : As a condition of employment, a permanent Appraiser Certificate issued by the State Board of Equalization must be obtained within one year of appointment. As a condition of continued employment, permanent appraiser certification and requirements to perform work as an auditor-appraiser in accordance with California State Revenue and Taxation Code 670 must be maintained. KNOWLEDGE Accounting theory, principles, and practices, and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions; modern office management procedures, practices, and equipment, particularly as they apply to accounting operations; auditing theory, principles, practices, and their application. ABILITY Conduct routine audit appraisals of farms, ranches, industrial and /commercial real and personal property using accepted audit appraisal methods; analyze and present facts and recommendations clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other appraisers. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility --Frequent operation of keyboards, sitting for extended periods, standing for long periods, walking; Lifting -Frequently 20 pounds or less; Vision - Good vision; frequent reading and close-up work; normal hand and eye coordination; Dexterity -normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking - Frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/psychological - Frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Special conditions - May require occasional travel, overtime, weekend or evening work. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Accomodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 10/13/2023 11:59:00 PM