Accounting Technician

Contra Costa County; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County’s Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) is seeking two Accounting Technician vacancies. You will reconcile fund accounts, review expenditure documents for compliance, and handle complex payroll tasks, with opportunities to learn from California finance professionals in a service‑oriented environment.

Ideal candidates are detail‑oriented, organized, dependable, and able to juggle multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• Four (4) 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 can substitute for one year of required experience; additional education may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Desirable Qualifications: Cost accounting in government; Workday accounts payable; knowledge of electronic deposit procedures.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling and balancing fund accounts.
• Reviewing documents authorizing expenditures for compliance purposes.
• Completing more complex central payroll work involving 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 punctual

Team player

Self-sufficient

Adaptable approachable

Education

Accounting coursework 12 units

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business

Tools

Workday

Job description

The Position
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
  

Job Description
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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.
Minimum Qualifications
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
  

Selection Process

• 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.
• 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%)
• Departmental Hiring Interview: TBD

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.
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.
To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits
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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the position and to assist Human Resources staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application" or "see resume."

• I understand
  

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How many years of full-time experience do you have in the preparation and processing of accounting documents and in the maintenance of accounting records?

• 4 or more years of experience
• 3 or more, but less than 4 years of experience
• 2 or more, but less than 3 years of experience
• 1 or more, but less than 2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• I do not possess any experience
  

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If you indicated that you have four (4) years of full-time experience in the preparation and processing of accounting documents and in the maintenance of accounting records, please list the company names and employment dates below. If you do not possess this experience, type N/A. (Note: Responses such as "See Resume" will not be considered.)
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Do you have one (1) year of experience at the Account Clerk Advanced level in Contra Costa County?

• Yes
• No
  

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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

• I do not have a GED or High School diploma
• G.E.D. equivalency
• High School Diploma/High School Proficiency Certificate
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
  

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If you indicated that you have an Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree or higher, is your major in any of the following: business administration, finance, accounting, auditing, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No
• N/A
  

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If you indicated that you possess an Associate's Degree or higher, please type your major below. If this does not apply to you, type "N/A".
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If you are substituting education for one (1) year of experience, have you completed 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting from an accredited college or university? If yes, please attach your transcripts to your application.

• Yes, I have successfully completed 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting from an accredited college or university and have attached my transcripts
• No, I do not need to substitute because I have the required experience
  

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What Department(s) would you like to work for? If you do not select "All Departments," you will ONLY be referred to the department(s) you indicate you are willing to work for. Please note: this eligible list may be used to fill vacancies in any of the following departments throughout the period that the list remains active; however, this does not guarantee that there is or will be a vacancy in any specific department.

• All Departments
• Auditor-Controller
• Department of Conservation and Development
• Department of Information Technology
• Employment & Human Services
• Fire District
• Health Services
• Human Resources
• Library
• Public Defender
• Public Works
• Sheriff (A Thorough Background Investigation, Including Polygraph Will Be Conducted)
• Treasurer-Tax Collector

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For what type of positions would you like to be considered? Indicate all that apply.

• Permanent Full-Time (Regularly scheduled 40 hours per week, full fringe benefits)
• Permanent Part-Time (Regularly scheduled less than 40 hours per week; prorated vacation, sick leave; eligible for medical/dental benefits; retirement plan)
• Temporary – Limited Term Employment (A limited period of time, paid on an hourly basis, eligible for paid time off if assignment exceeds one (1) year)
• Permanent Intermittent (Irregular, unscheduled employment on an on-call or per diem basis, paid hourly; must be available to work every other weekend; scheduled for one major and three minor holidays. Prorated vacation and sick leave; medical coverage available wholly at employee's expense)

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By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process, or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.

• I agree
• Required Question