Entry-Level Government Accounting Technician

County of Riverside; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Riverside seeks qualified candidates for Accounting Technician I roles across departments. A pool will be formed to fill current and future vacancies, including temporary positions.

This role involves data gathering, budget projections, and financial reporting for varied units within the County. Required experience includes one year as a Senior Accounting Assistant or three years in fiscal/accounting records, with education substitutions available.

Qualifications

• One year experience as a Senior Accounting Assistant or equivalent.
• Three years in maintenance and review of fiscal/financial records.
• Experience with reconciliation of government budget accounts preferred.
• Education substitution options include accounting coursework or BS in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Compile, monitor, and research data for reports and budget projections.
• Prepare periodic statements and analyses of revenues and expenditures.
• Process invoices, billings, and expenditure reports.
• Generate reports on contracts, grants, fee receipts, and accounts.
• Assist in solving payroll, accounts receivable, and cost accounting issues.
• Answer questions by searching for and abstracting technical data.

Skills

Accounting

Budget projections

Reconciliation

Financial analysis

Education

Accounting coursework

BS in Business Admin (Accounting)

Job description

The County of Riverside seeks qualified candidates for Accounting Technician I roles across departments. A pool will be formed to fill current and future vacancies, including temporary positions.

This role involves data gathering, budget projections, and financial reporting for varied units within the County. Required experience includes one year as a Senior Accounting Assistant or three years in fiscal/accounting records, with education substitutions available.