Accountant I/II — Cost Accounting & Grants

County of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Riverside is recruiting for an Accountant I/II to join the Administrative Division, focusing on County Service Area funds in Riverside.

The role involves reviewing fiscal records, performing high-volume accounts payable/receivable coding, and preparing financial reports. Advanced Excel and cost accounting experience are highly valued, with PeopleSoft knowledge preferred. The department emphasizes accuracy and meeting multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or coursework including 18+ semester/27+ quarter units in accounting, finance, auditing, taxation, or financial reporting.
• Experience with cost accounting and advanced Excel is preferred.
• PeopleSoft experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Establish, review, revise, and maintain controls on fiscal record-keeping functions.
• Examine and analyze fiscal record-keeping systems and procedures.
• Prepare or assist in preparing reconciliations, budgets, and internal reports.
• Track and manage funds, grants, and cost allocations for multiple units.

Skills

Cost accounting

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

90 semester or 135 quarter units in accounting related coursework

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PeopleSoft

Job description

County of Riverside is recruiting for an Accountant I/II to join the Administrative Division, focusing on County Service Area funds in Riverside.

The role involves reviewing fiscal records, performing high-volume accounts payable/receivable coding, and preparing financial reports. Advanced Excel and cost accounting experience are highly valued, with PeopleSoft knowledge preferred. The department emphasizes accuracy and meeting multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.