County of Orange
Accounting Specialist
County of Orange, Los Angeles, California, United States,
SALARY INFORMATIONIn addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:Effective June 27, 2025 – 4.00% increaseSalary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.OPEN TO THE PUBLICThis recruitment will establish an
open
eligible list. The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current/future vacancies in Auditor-Controller and/or any other agencies within the County of Orange. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.DEADLINE TO APPLYQualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2024, at 11:59 PM (PST).THE OPPORTUNITYUnder general supervision, the Accounting Specialist performs a variety of general accounting duties related to the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial, and statistical records. The position at this level has the responsibility to independently resolve most problems occurring within the assignment. Responsible duties may include, but are not limited to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Contracts, Property Tax, Purchasing etc. The Accounting Specialist will maintain a variety of accounting records and documents within a specialized area and other duties as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIESIn addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will demonstrate work experience and/or knowledge in the following core competencies:Technical Knowledge | Technical ExperienceExperience performing a wide variety of financial/accounting duties.Reviewing and analyzing accounting documents prepared by others.Software proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.Interpreting terms and conditions of contracts with vendors for services and goods.Comprehending and complying with policies and procedures of the County.Knowledge of current practices, procedures, techniques, and terminology related to the processing and recording of accounting transactions.Analysis | Problem SolvingThe judgment necessary to recognize problems and when to bring them to the supervisor's attention.Utilizing all available resources for researching issues and drawing logical conclusions to determine appropriate corrective action.Strong organization skills and time management are required.Communication SkillsCommunicating complex material clearly, concisely, and logically both orally and in writing with minimal grammatical errors.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships through collaboration and teamwork with other co-workers, agencies/departments, the public, and vendors.Demonstrating excellent customer service skills in a fast-paced office.Explaining basic accounting systems or procedures to those with no prior knowledge of accounting terminology.Exercising good judgment in communicating promptly with the supervisor when issues arise.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSClick
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for minimum qualifications of the Accounting Specialist.NOTE:
Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the
National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).RECRUITMENT PROCESSHuman Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.EMAIL NOTIFICATION:Email
is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at
www.governmentjobs.com .Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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open
eligible list. The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current/future vacancies in Auditor-Controller and/or any other agencies within the County of Orange. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.DEADLINE TO APPLYQualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2024, at 11:59 PM (PST).THE OPPORTUNITYUnder general supervision, the Accounting Specialist performs a variety of general accounting duties related to the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial, and statistical records. The position at this level has the responsibility to independently resolve most problems occurring within the assignment. Responsible duties may include, but are not limited to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Contracts, Property Tax, Purchasing etc. The Accounting Specialist will maintain a variety of accounting records and documents within a specialized area and other duties as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIESIn addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will demonstrate work experience and/or knowledge in the following core competencies:Technical Knowledge | Technical ExperienceExperience performing a wide variety of financial/accounting duties.Reviewing and analyzing accounting documents prepared by others.Software proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.Interpreting terms and conditions of contracts with vendors for services and goods.Comprehending and complying with policies and procedures of the County.Knowledge of current practices, procedures, techniques, and terminology related to the processing and recording of accounting transactions.Analysis | Problem SolvingThe judgment necessary to recognize problems and when to bring them to the supervisor's attention.Utilizing all available resources for researching issues and drawing logical conclusions to determine appropriate corrective action.Strong organization skills and time management are required.Communication SkillsCommunicating complex material clearly, concisely, and logically both orally and in writing with minimal grammatical errors.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships through collaboration and teamwork with other co-workers, agencies/departments, the public, and vendors.Demonstrating excellent customer service skills in a fast-paced office.Explaining basic accounting systems or procedures to those with no prior knowledge of accounting terminology.Exercising good judgment in communicating promptly with the supervisor when issues arise.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSClick
here
for minimum qualifications of the Accounting Specialist.NOTE:
Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the
National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).RECRUITMENT PROCESSHuman Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.EMAIL NOTIFICATION:Email
is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at
www.governmentjobs.com .Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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