City of Stanton, CA
Accounting Technician (Part-Time) Job at City of Stanton, CA in Stanton
City of Stanton, CA, Stanton, CA, United States
Salary: $27.48 - $35.07 Hourly
Location : Stanton, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2024-0020
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 11/12/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Open Until Filled.
This recruitment may close at any time. Apply Early!
WORK SCHEDULE: 19 hours per week (Monday-Thursday). Specific work schedule is flexible and will be dependent on candidate availability and department needs.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, performs difficult and responsible accounting support and administrative work in the preparation, processing and maintenance of complicated accounting, purchasing, budgetary and financial records; and does related work as required.
The Accounting Technician does not exercise technical direction or functional supervision over staff.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Qualification Guidelines
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/EDUCATION
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
ABILITIES/SKILLS
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:
An official City of Stanton on-line job application must be filled out in its entirety. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.
All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, unless exhausted sooner.
Once an employment offer has been made, all candidates will participate in a confidential background investigation, have their fingerprints reviewed by the Department of Justice and be required to take a pre-employment medical exam which may include a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
The City of Stanton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, genetic status or any other legally protected status.
Below is a list of key benefits offered to part-time, seasonal, and limited service employees of the City of Stanton and is only a summary of benefits. They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.
SALARY RANGE: Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.
RETIREMENT: Provided through deferred compensation 457 plan administered by Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). Employee pays member contribution of 7.5%.
SICK LEAVE: 4 hours per month.
VACATION: 4 hours per month after 1 year of employment.
HOLIDAY PAY: 5 hours for each observed holiday after 1 year of employment.
DISCRETIONARY BENEFIT: $23.08 per pay period after 1 year of employment
01
Completion of the following supplemental questionnaire is REQUIRED. Resumes and other document attachments will not be considered in lieu of a complete application and may not be used in determining your qualifications for this position. Additionally, the City communicates with candidates regarding their recruitment status via e-mail. You are responsible for providing a valid e-mail address that you access regularly and checking your spam folder. You are also highly encouraged to sign up for text alerts. Please acknowledge that you understand and agree to these statements in order to be considered for this position. Do you understand and agree?
02
Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
03
How many years of technical/clerical accounting experience do you possess? Please select from the options listed below.
04
Which of the following describes your highest level of MS Microsoft Word proficiency?
05
Which of the following describes your highest level of MS Microsoft Excel proficiency?
06
Which of the following describes your highest level of MS Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency?
07
Do you possess accounting experience in a municipal setting?
08
If you responded yes to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you do not possess any municipal government experience, please write "N/A". (All experience must be detailed in the application)
09
Please describe your work experience related to processing accounting transactions, such as accounts payable, purchase orders, revenues and accounts receivable, preparation of financial reports, participation in audits, development of accounting procedures, and/or other related areas. If you do not possess any experience, please write "N/A".
10
Please list the financial software systems and the modules within each system you have used.
Required Question
Location : Stanton, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2024-0020
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 11/12/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Open Until Filled.
This recruitment may close at any time. Apply Early!
WORK SCHEDULE: 19 hours per week (Monday-Thursday). Specific work schedule is flexible and will be dependent on candidate availability and department needs.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision, performs difficult and responsible accounting support and administrative work in the preparation, processing and maintenance of complicated accounting, purchasing, budgetary and financial records; and does related work as required.
The Accounting Technician does not exercise technical direction or functional supervision over staff.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Performs a wide variety of clerical accounting work related to the administration of payroll, accounts payable, and general ledger functions in terms of processing, reconciliation, verifying and updating records, and ensuring the accuracy of data.
- Assists with the preparation of financial statements, reports, tax forms, and information requests in relation to these functions, which includes mandated reporting to various Federal, State, and Local agencies.
- Assures the proper maintenance of various ledgers, journals, accounts, and other similar accounting records; verifies, balances, or adjusts accounts as necessary.
- Prepares or checks warrants, invoices, time records, requisitions, purchase orders and similar fiscal documents.
- Identifies and resolves discrepancies and inconsistencies, determines corrective entries required to maintain accounting controls.
- Balances accounts and makes adjusting and closing entries.
- Prepares and analyzes schedules, statements, and reports, in various formats including spreadsheets.
- Reconciles and maintains subsidiary journals related to accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Audits and reconciles daily cash receipts and prepares related information as part of monthly reports.
- Analyzes and posts payroll entries to the General Ledger.
- Updates trust account entries; reconciles account balances to the General Ledger.
- Prepares and posts correcting journal adjustments and makes appropriate entries.
- Sends electronic transfers of payroll taxes and live check payments.
- Sets up new fund and account numbers and assembles recurring budget report documents for use by departments.
- Provides technical information and instruction regarding applicable procedures and methods to City departments and staff.
- Assists professional accounting staff in completing various tasks and with routine, ad hoc, and special projects on an as-needed basis.
- May assist in preparing the city's budget.
- May assist with the processing of business license applications and renewals.
Qualification Guidelines
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/EDUCATION
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
- One year of technical and clerical accounting experience.
- High school graduation or G.E.D equivalent is required. Some technical accounting coursework or training is desirable.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
- Principles, practices, terminology, and forms used in bookkeeping and accounting work.
- General Ledger adjustment practices.
- Basic payroll accounting practices and procedures.
- Accounts receivable, cash reporting, and accounts payable procedures.
- Accrual methods and billing procedures.
- Employee salary and benefit schedules.
- Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
- Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations including payroll and Federal and State Tax Accounting Techniques for providing effective customer service in dealing with City staff and others contacted in the course of the work.
- Modern office practices, methods and computer equipment.
- Safe driving principles and practices.
ABILITIES/SKILLS
- Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
- Perform technical and clerical accounting work.
- Use word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications.
- Prepare clear and accurate financial statements, reports and analyses.
- Make mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
- Analyze financial records and identify and correct errors.
- Update and maintain a variety of statistical and financial files and records.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work in a standard office environment requiring prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, crouching and stooping in the performance of daily activities.
- Movements frequently and regularly require using the wrists, hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment.
- Occasional overtime, weekend and/or evening work may be required.
- Ability to hear and convey detailed or important instructions or information verbally and accurately.
- Average visual acuity to prepare and read documents.
- Ability to communicate with both the public and co-workers in a clear and concise manner.
- Adapt to standard office sounds generated by office equipment as well as standard noise levels resulting from communication with co-workers and the general public.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:
An official City of Stanton on-line job application must be filled out in its entirety. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.
All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, unless exhausted sooner.
Once an employment offer has been made, all candidates will participate in a confidential background investigation, have their fingerprints reviewed by the Department of Justice and be required to take a pre-employment medical exam which may include a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
The City of Stanton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, genetic status or any other legally protected status.
Below is a list of key benefits offered to part-time, seasonal, and limited service employees of the City of Stanton and is only a summary of benefits. They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.
SALARY RANGE: Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.
RETIREMENT: Provided through deferred compensation 457 plan administered by Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). Employee pays member contribution of 7.5%.
SICK LEAVE: 4 hours per month.
VACATION: 4 hours per month after 1 year of employment.
HOLIDAY PAY: 5 hours for each observed holiday after 1 year of employment.
DISCRETIONARY BENEFIT: $23.08 per pay period after 1 year of employment
01
Completion of the following supplemental questionnaire is REQUIRED. Resumes and other document attachments will not be considered in lieu of a complete application and may not be used in determining your qualifications for this position. Additionally, the City communicates with candidates regarding their recruitment status via e-mail. You are responsible for providing a valid e-mail address that you access regularly and checking your spam folder. You are also highly encouraged to sign up for text alerts. Please acknowledge that you understand and agree to these statements in order to be considered for this position. Do you understand and agree?
- I understand and agree
- I don't understand and agree
02
Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
03
How many years of technical/clerical accounting experience do you possess? Please select from the options listed below.
- Less than one (1) year
- One (1) year to less than two (2) years
- Two (2) to less than three (3) years
- Three (3) years or more
- No prior experience
04
Which of the following describes your highest level of MS Microsoft Word proficiency?
- I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of Basic level.
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Advanced
05
Which of the following describes your highest level of MS Microsoft Excel proficiency?
- I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of Basic level.
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Advanced
06
Which of the following describes your highest level of MS Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency?
- I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of Basic level.
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Advanced
07
Do you possess accounting experience in a municipal setting?
- Yes
- No
08
If you responded yes to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you do not possess any municipal government experience, please write "N/A". (All experience must be detailed in the application)
09
Please describe your work experience related to processing accounting transactions, such as accounts payable, purchase orders, revenues and accounts receivable, preparation of financial reports, participation in audits, development of accounting procedures, and/or other related areas. If you do not possess any experience, please write "N/A".
10
Please list the financial software systems and the modules within each system you have used.
Required Question