ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN Job at City of San Pablo, CA in San Pablo

Filing Deadline: Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:59p.m. or first 100 applications (whichever occurs first)

Applications MUST be submitted online at www.GovernmentJobs.com

The City of San Pablo is looking for a dynamic, team-oriented, well-experienced Accountant for its Finance Department. San Pablo has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high-performance organization. The Finance Department is responsible for prudently managing the City's financial assets and resources, including budgeting, debt management, accounting, purchasing, revenue management and collection and account payables processing.

About the position: In addition to the great salary and benefits--including a four-day work week and a new city hall-the incumbent assists other accounting personnel in performing a wide variety of responsible clerical and technical duties in the preparation, maintenance and processing of accounting records and financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, business license and payroll. For additional information about the position, see the Job Description page of the City's website.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Perform specialized technical work in the preparation, review, calculation, input and processing of financial, accounting and/or payroll records and other related documents.

* Create and review various documents and reports related to area of assignment for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies, laws and other regulations.

* Compile, research, and prepare a variety of periodic and special financial, accounting, payroll, and perquisite reports, including federal and state wage and tax filings, related to area of assignment.

* Provide information to City employees and others that require the use of judgment and the interpretation of policies, laws, rules, and procedures related to area of assignment.

* Monitor, review, and reconcile a variety of accounts; calculate, reconcile and process various payments, including employee payroll, benefits and deductions.

* Organize and maintain various files.

* Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

* Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.

* Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.

* Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

* Theories, principles, and practices of financial accounting.

* Recordkeeping requirements related to area of assignment.

* Basic business data processing principles and applications.

* Modern office practices and procedures, including computer equipment and software applications related to assignment.

* Business mathematics.

* English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Relevant local, State, and Federal laws, rules and regulations related to area of assignment.

Ability to:

* Perform complex and specialized technical financial work related to the preparation, processing and maintenance of City accounting and/or payroll projects.

* Intermittently, review and evaluate documents related to department operations; observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff.

* On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time or stand at public counter; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone; write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.

* Reconcile, analyze, interpret, prepare, post, and verify various financial transactions and data.

* Compile and reconcile numerical and financial data.

* Make arithmetical calculations, postings, and comparisons rapidly and accurately.

Experience:

* Two years of responsible experience involving the preparation and processing of payroll or financial accounting and related documents.

Training:

* Course work in accounting, book keeping, computer applications or a field related to the work.

Required license and certificate:

* Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

How to apply: Applications will only be accepted online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanpabloca. For general questions, call the Human Resources Division at (510) 215-3000. Applications must be submitted to GovernmentJobs.com by the date and time listed. Applications not submitted by the posted date and time will not be considered. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the subsequent phases of the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements of the position does not guarantee the advancement in any phase of the selection process. Final selection will be made from an eligibility list.

Recruitment timeline: Although dates may change we suggest planning your calendar accordingly, as these are currently the only testing dates:

Written Exam: Monday, January 6, 2025

Oral Board Exam: Week of January 13, 2025

Department Interviews: Week of January 20, 2025

Estimated Start: Late February 2025/Early March 2025.

Background investigation and Pre-employment medical examination: Successful candidates will undergo a complete background investigation and live scan fingerprinting. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Please contact the Human Resources Department on, or before, the filing deadline if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process. Every attempt will be made to consider your request (medical documentation must be provided upon request). Immigration Reform & Control Act: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all potential employees will be required to provide proof of United State Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. Drug-Free Workplace Policy: In accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, it is the objective of the City of San Pablo to achieve a drug- free workplace.

* THE CITY OF SAN PABLO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. MINORITIES/WOMEN/INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS RECEIVE EQUAL CONSIDERATION, WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, AND DISABILITY EXCEPT WHERE DICTATED BY THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB.

The information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract of

employment and these provisions are subject to change.