County of Nevada, CA
Accountant-Auditor I
County of Nevada, CA, Nevada City, California, United States, 95959
Salary :
$64,394.88 - $78,612.96 Annually
Location :
Nevada City, CA
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
2024-2009
Department:
Auditor-Controller
Opening Date:
11/21/2024
Closing Date:
12/11/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD DECEMBER 16 AND 18
Join the professional and service-oriented Auditor-Controller's office and complete a variety of complex accounting, statistical and narrative reports vital to producing accurate and timely financial statements for the County of Nevada and its partners! This opportunity requires outstanding judgment and the accounting skills needed to objectively review and process financial transactions related to the administration of property taxes. The position will be responsible for completing complex accounting transactions and preparing reports related to property tax assessments, payments, and audits. It will play a vital role in ensuring the County's property tax processes are accurate, timely, and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations. Other key proficiencies include the ability to:
Maintain accurate and complete specialized accounting records Prepare, analyze, and audit financial reports related to property tax assessments Evaluate and design internal controls for property tax related processes and workflows Reconcile property tax records with accounting systems and resolve discrepancies Respond to inquiries from property owners, tax authorities, and state agencies Maintain and update detailed records of property tax assessments and transactions Monitor and analyze property tax law changes and assess their impact on the County's property taxation and reporting. This position is an integral part of the Auditor-Controller's team! Experience with governmental accounting is preferred, and experience with property tax administration is highly desired. Education and experience requirements are as follows:
Accountant-Auditor I Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 15 semester units in accounting. or Associate's degree in Accounting or Business Administration from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 9 semester units in accounting and two years of experience performing duties equivalent to those of an Accounting Technician in Nevada County. or Completion of a concentrated accounting certificate program that includes a minimum of 20 units of accounting from an accredited college or university (such as UC Davis's Certificate of Accounting program) and five years of work experience in the field of accounting comparable to Nevada County's classification of Accounting Technician.
Accountant-Auditor II In addition to the above, two years of experience in governmental accounting at a level equivalent to Nevada County's classification of Accountant-Auditor I. Be sure to apply to all levels which you are interested in and for which you may be qualified. Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including but not limited to a generous leave program, 11 standard holidays and 3 floating holidays, CalPERS retirement, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses, and a deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options. We also offer a tuition reimbursement program!
Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Want to learn more? Read the full job description
Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life
Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.
Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education? Please attach copies of diplomas or transcripts (unofficial are accepted) to be given full consideration.
I did not graduate High School or obtain a GED High School Diploma or GED Some College Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree
02
Please let us know the major subject area of your college education.
03
How many semester units of college-level coursework do you have in Accounting-related subjects? Please provide copies of transcripts in order to be given full consideration.
None Less than 9 units 9 to 14 units 15 to 19 units 20 or more units
04
Have you completed an accredited accounting certificate program that includes a minimum of 20 units of accounting from an accredited college or university? If so, please attach a copy of your certificate to be given full consideration.
Yes No
05
Which of the following best describes your years of experience comparable to Nevada County's classification of Accounting Technician?
None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 4 years 4 to less than 5 years 5 or more years
06
Please describe a complex spreadsheet or workbook you created. Describe the need you were trying to address and how your spreadsheet helped.
07
Please explain your familiarity with GAAP, GASB, Governmental Accounting and Reporting.
08
Please describe your experience (if any) with property taxation and administration.
Required Question
$64,394.88 - $78,612.96 Annually
Location :
Nevada City, CA
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
2024-2009
Department:
Auditor-Controller
Opening Date:
11/21/2024
Closing Date:
12/11/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD DECEMBER 16 AND 18
Join the professional and service-oriented Auditor-Controller's office and complete a variety of complex accounting, statistical and narrative reports vital to producing accurate and timely financial statements for the County of Nevada and its partners! This opportunity requires outstanding judgment and the accounting skills needed to objectively review and process financial transactions related to the administration of property taxes. The position will be responsible for completing complex accounting transactions and preparing reports related to property tax assessments, payments, and audits. It will play a vital role in ensuring the County's property tax processes are accurate, timely, and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations. Other key proficiencies include the ability to:
Maintain accurate and complete specialized accounting records Prepare, analyze, and audit financial reports related to property tax assessments Evaluate and design internal controls for property tax related processes and workflows Reconcile property tax records with accounting systems and resolve discrepancies Respond to inquiries from property owners, tax authorities, and state agencies Maintain and update detailed records of property tax assessments and transactions Monitor and analyze property tax law changes and assess their impact on the County's property taxation and reporting. This position is an integral part of the Auditor-Controller's team! Experience with governmental accounting is preferred, and experience with property tax administration is highly desired. Education and experience requirements are as follows:
Accountant-Auditor I Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 15 semester units in accounting. or Associate's degree in Accounting or Business Administration from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 9 semester units in accounting and two years of experience performing duties equivalent to those of an Accounting Technician in Nevada County. or Completion of a concentrated accounting certificate program that includes a minimum of 20 units of accounting from an accredited college or university (such as UC Davis's Certificate of Accounting program) and five years of work experience in the field of accounting comparable to Nevada County's classification of Accounting Technician.
Accountant-Auditor II In addition to the above, two years of experience in governmental accounting at a level equivalent to Nevada County's classification of Accountant-Auditor I. Be sure to apply to all levels which you are interested in and for which you may be qualified. Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including but not limited to a generous leave program, 11 standard holidays and 3 floating holidays, CalPERS retirement, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses, and a deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options. We also offer a tuition reimbursement program!
Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Want to learn more? Read the full job description
Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life
Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.
Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education? Please attach copies of diplomas or transcripts (unofficial are accepted) to be given full consideration.
I did not graduate High School or obtain a GED High School Diploma or GED Some College Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree
02
Please let us know the major subject area of your college education.
03
How many semester units of college-level coursework do you have in Accounting-related subjects? Please provide copies of transcripts in order to be given full consideration.
None Less than 9 units 9 to 14 units 15 to 19 units 20 or more units
04
Have you completed an accredited accounting certificate program that includes a minimum of 20 units of accounting from an accredited college or university? If so, please attach a copy of your certificate to be given full consideration.
Yes No
05
Which of the following best describes your years of experience comparable to Nevada County's classification of Accounting Technician?
None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 4 years 4 to less than 5 years 5 or more years
06
Please describe a complex spreadsheet or workbook you created. Describe the need you were trying to address and how your spreadsheet helped.
07
Please explain your familiarity with GAAP, GASB, Governmental Accounting and Reporting.
08
Please describe your experience (if any) with property taxation and administration.
Required Question