Grants & Budget Accountant II

County of Monterey; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 6,400 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Monterey Health Department is seeking an Accountant II to perform grant duties including invoicing, budgeting, amendments, and audits. The role supports the division’s annual budget and forecasting while approving documents for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and purchase orders.

The position offers a path for current and future vacancies in regular or temporary statuses. Key tasks include posting journal entries, reconciling ledgers, and preparing financial statements, cash

Qualifications

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Understanding of governmental accounting principles and practices
• Experience with budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting

Responsibilities

• Perform journal entries, post and reconcile accounts; ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Prepare, analyze, and monitor funds, budgets, and accounts.
• Prepare financial statements, balance sheets, income and expense reports, and cash flow analyses.
• Manage grants, contracts, claims, and financial proposals; coordinate accounts payable/receivable and purchase orders.

Skills

Professional accounting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/financing/business administration

Tools

GAAP knowledge

Job description

The County of Monterey Health Department is seeking an Accountant II to perform grant duties including invoicing, budgeting, amendments, and audits. The role supports the division’s annual budget and forecasting while approving documents for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and purchase orders.

The position offers a path for current and future vacancies in regular or temporary statuses. Key tasks include posting journal entries, reconciling ledgers, and preparing financial statements, cash