Accounting Technician: Reconciliation & Reporting

Sacramento County; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sacramento County Department of Personnel Services is seeking an Accounting Technician (Confidential) to perform technical accounting work reviewing and recording financial transactions under general supervision. The role may involve supervisory duties and operates within established systems and procedures in a confidential environment.

Responsibilities include posting, reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Qualifications

• General accounting principles, auditing and cash flow concepts.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English and prepare written material.
• Knowledge of posting, reconciliation, balance sheets, and financial reporting.
• Supervisory skills: performance evaluations, discipline, coaching/training.

Responsibilities

• Review and record financial transactions in established systems.
• Audit and reconcile accounts and prepare financial reports.
• Explain laws, regulations, policies, and procedures as applicable.
• Supervise employees including instructions and workload assignment.
• Meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Train and cross-train staff as needed.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Accounting principles

Customer service

Supervision principles

Training techniques

Computer apps

Math skills

English proficiency

Writing skills

Documentation

Education

Accounting curriculum or accounting certificate program

Job description

The Sacramento County Department of Personnel Services is seeking an Accounting Technician (Confidential) to perform technical accounting work reviewing and recording financial transactions under general supervision. The role may involve supervisory duties and operates within established systems and procedures in a confidential environment.

Responsibilities include posting, reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and policies.