Accounting Technician

County of Contra Costa; California (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County's Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) seeks an Accounting Technician to support accounting workflows and payroll tasks. Two vacancies exist, with an eligible list potentially used for other departments for six months.

Strong attention to detail and customer focus are essential. Applicants will undergo a supplemental questionnaire, online assessment, and departmental interview.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time experience in the preparation and processing of accounting documents and in the maintenance of accounting records, one year at the level of Contra Costa County Account Clerk Advanced.
• Substitution for Experience: 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of experience; additional education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling and balancing fund accounts.
• Reviewing documents authorizing expenditures for compliance purposes.
• Completing more complex central payroll work including extensions, deductions, adjustments, corrections, and special warrants.
• Interpreting and applying various federal, state, and County rules and regulations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer Focused

Organized

Dependable and Punctual

A Team Player

Self-sufficient and Self-reliant

Adaptable and Approachable

Education

12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting

Tools

Workday

Job description

Why join the Contra Costa Employment & Human Services Department (EHSD)?

The Employment and Human Services Department is currently seeking applications for the position of Accounting Technician. There are currently two (2) vacancies for this role. Contra Costa County’s Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency. The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and valuing diversity.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Detail-oriented - You will be responsible for ensuring accuracy of data entry, spelling, and numbers
• Customer Focused - Your role will require you to be responsive and proactive when addressing customer needs
• Organized - You will need to balance multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable and Punctual - Your assigned unit will rely on you for support
• A Team Player - You will be working with a unit whose members rely on one another to accomplish tasks
• Self-sufficient and Self-reliant- You will need to make independent decisions within your scope and be accountable for those decisions
• Adaptable and Approachable - You will be working with stakeholders such as directors, other Account Clerks, and external vendors and contractors

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Reconciling and balancing fund accounts
• Reviewing documents authorizing expenditures for compliance purposes
• Completing more complex central payroll work that can involve extensions, deductions, adjustments, corrections, and special warrants
• Interpreting and applying various federal, state, and County rules and regulations

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will work with and learn from experienced California finance professionals
• You will work with others who are passionate about the work they do
• You will be working in an environment that values respect, integrity, and equity

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will perform technical work associated with the accounting of a County department or program
• You must be able to solve complicated transactions and problems independently
• Your internal and external customers will include some people with strong personalities and/or high expectations
• You will need to juggle multiple priorities with conflicting deadlines

Competencies Required:

• Innovative Problem Solving:Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
• Reading Comprehension:Understanding and using written information
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation:Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Professional & Technical Expertise:Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Using Technology:Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Adaptability:Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Attention to Detail:Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Professional Integrity & Ethics:Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Oral Communication:Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing:Communicating effectively in writing
• Professional Impact:Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
• Teamwork:Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

We are currently seeking to fill two (2) Accounting Technician vacancies with the Employment and Human Services Department; however, the eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill vacancies in other departments as they arise. The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Experience: Four (4) years of full-time experience in the preparation and processing of accounting documents and in the maintenance of accounting records, one (1) year of which was at the level of Contra Costa County Account Clerk Advanced classification.

Substitution for Experience:Completion of 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting from an accredited college or university can be substituted for one year of the required experience; completion of additional education units or a college degree in business administration, finance, accounting, auditing, or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Cost Accounting experience in a government environment
• Experience processing County accounts payable procedures in Workday or other financial systems (JVs, supplier invoices, ad hoc payments in Workday)
• Knowledge of electronic deposit procedures and the county’s deposit procedures

1. Application Filing and Evaluation:Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
2. Online Assessment:Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the online assessment. The assessment will be conducted to measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. These may include, but are not limited to, writing, attention to detail, and customer focus. (Weighted 100%)
3. Departmental Hiring Interview:TBD

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.

Candidates are not permitted to retake the same assessment within a six (6) month period. If you apply for another recruitment that uses this exam and the test is scheduled within six (6) months of the date you took the test this time, you will not have the option to re-take the exam.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Matthew Damm at [e-mail]. For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs' applicant support team for assistance at + 1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa 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 complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Contra Costa County is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities in its employment practices. If you believe you may anticipate needing reasonable accommodation, please visit our job seeker resources page at Special Testing Accommodations | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website.