Accountant I/II

County of El Dorado; Apex (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County of El Dorado is seeking qualified accountants to perform professional-level accounting work, maintain and analyze financial records, and prepare ledgers, journals, and reports for a wide range of county programs and services. The role involves reviewing documents for accuracy, ensuring compliance with contracts and regulations, and supporting budget preparation and financial statements.

Education and/or governmental accounting experience are valued; a four-year degree is required for

Qualifications

• Education combined with experience provides essential knowledge and abilities.
• Accountant I requires a four-year degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a closely related field.
• Accountant II requires two years of accounting experience, preferably in governmental or public agency.

Responsibilities

• Review accounting and financial documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and make correcting entries.
• Examine supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with agreements, contracts, and state and federal regulations.
• Prepare trial balances; coordinate and calculate periodic closings.
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations of general ledger, journals, subsidiary accounts and bank statements.
• Compile and prepare general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedules.
• Maintain expenditure and budgetary control accounts.
• Prepare and coordinate budget appropriation transfers.
• Assist in the preparation of and analyze and adjust budgets for departmental and County funds.
• Confer with departmental representatives and provide information regarding budgeting and accounting processes.
• Analyze and prepare varied financial statements and reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or closely related field

Job description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Accountants play a vital role across many County departments. In this position, you will have the opportunity to perform professional-level accounting work, including maintaining and analyzing County financial records and preparing essential ledgers, journals, and reports. This role offers the chance to contribute to accurate financial operations while supporting a wide variety of County programs and services.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Review accounting and financial documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and make correcting entries.
• Examine supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with agreements, contracts, and state and federal regulations.
• Prepare trial balances; coordinate and calculate periodic closings.
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations of general ledger, journals, subsidiary accounts and bank statements.
• Compile and prepare general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedules.
• Maintain expenditure and budgetary control accounts.
• Prepare and coordinate budget appropriation transfers.
• Assist in the preparation of and analyze and adjust budgets for departmental and County funds.
• Confer with departmental representatives and provide information regarding budgeting and accounting processes.
• Analyze and prepare varied financial statements and reports.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:

Education and Experience:

A combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying; however, education may not solely substitute for the required experience.

Accountant I: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a closely related field. Professional accounting support work may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis.

Accountant II: In addition to the above, two years of accounting experience, equivalent to the County's class of Accountant I. Preferably in a governmental or public agency.

Licenses and Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

Additional Information

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Accountant I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. We currently have the following vacancies. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

• One (1) full time vacancy in Health and Human Services, Administration and Finance division, located in Placerville, CA.

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The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require pre‑employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re‑investigated at least once every five (5) years.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year‑round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Musicand Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance.

Contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at [e-mail].