Associate Accountant — Budget & Reconciliation Lead

County of San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

County of San Diego is seeking an experienced Associate Accountant to perform professional accounting work and supervise clerical staff as needed. The role supports budgetary records, journal entries, and financial reporting within Planning & Development Services (PDS) and the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD).

Interviews begin the week of December 7, 2026, with offers after completion of interviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with accounting courses and two years of professional accounting experience.
• California CPA certificate qualifies; a master's can substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complex budgetary and financial records and prepare complex reports.
• Perform accounting or auditing duties including journal entries and financial statements.
• May supervise clerical or paraprofessional accounting staff.

Skills

Account reconciliation

Budget accounting

Journal entries

Leadership

Time management

Education

Accounting degree with courses

Job description

County of San Diego is seeking an experienced Associate Accountant to perform professional accounting work and supervise clerical staff as needed. The role supports budgetary records, journal entries, and financial reporting within Planning & Development Services (PDS) and the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD).

Interviews begin the week of December 7, 2026, with offers after completion of interviews.