Public Sector Accountant II: Budgets, Audits & Reporting

County of San Mateo; Redwood City (CA); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

County of San Mateo in California seeks an Accountant II to perform professional accounting duties in the Controller's Office, ensuring financial transparency and integrity. The role covers centralized and departmental accounting, with on-site work and opportunities to support audits and payroll services.

Qualifications include 12 accounting units and two years of accounting experience, preferably in government. The position emphasizes independence, judgment, and staff coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in governmental/public agency accounting is preferred.
• Minimum of twelve college-level accounting units completed.
• Thorough knowledge of general, fund, and governmental accounting.
• Understanding budgeting principles and terminology.

Responsabilités

• Review accounting documents for accuracy and corrections.
• Prepare and maintain control and subsidiary accounting records.
• Prepare trial balances and coordinate closings.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile ledgers and bank statements.
• Compile general and subsidiary ledgers and schedules.
• Assist in budgeting for departmental and County funds.
• Maintain expenditure and budgetary control accounts and transfers.
• Analyze programs to determine fiscal and budget impact.

Connaissances

Review and reconcile financial reports

Analyze and interpret financial data

Prepare clear financial reports

Ensure proper authorization for disbur

Direct work of others on projects

Exercise independent judgment

Perform mathematical/statistical calc.

Maintain accurate records and files

Establish effective working relations

Formation

Twelve semester units of accounting coursework

Description du poste

County of San Mateo in California seeks an Accountant II to perform professional accounting duties in the Controller's Office, ensuring financial transparency and integrity. The role covers centralized and departmental accounting, with on-site work and opportunities to support audits and payroll services.

Qualifications include 12 accounting units and two years of accounting experience, preferably in government. The position emphasizes independence, judgment, and staff coordination.