City of Manteca, CA
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
City of Manteca, CA, Manteca, California, United States, 95336
Salary :
$131,952.00 - $162,000.00 Annually
Location :
Manteca, CA
Job Type:
Full- Time
Job Number:
25-021
Department:
FINANCE
Opening Date:
09/04/2024
Description
BASIC FUNCTION:Under the direction of the Deputy Finance Director or designee, plan, organize, direct and supervise professional accounting within the Finance Department; to coordinate section activities with other divisions or departments; and to perform a variety of professional and technical tasks relative to the maintenance of accounting records and the preparation of financial reports.
Exercise direct supervision over assigned supervisory, professional, technical and administrative support personnel.Example of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Plan, prioritize, and participate in a full range of municipal accounting operations including utility billing, accounts payable and receivable, grant accounting and financial statement preparation.
Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Finance staff; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training, conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the department.
Review the preparation and maintenance of journals, ledgers and supporting financial records; reconcile the City's general ledger to subsidiary accounts.
Serve as the main point of contact for the outside independent auditor; provide detail information to and respond to audit questions, including analytical review and internal control review.
Develop and implement divisional goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
Confer with other City departments regarding accounting related issues; implement internal controls to ensure governmental policy and regulations are met.
Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.
Oversee the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, various State Financial Transaction Reports and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards.
Develop, train and implement accounting, finance and data processing systems and procedures.
Supervise the preparation of grants, accounting reports and related work.
Review, develop and modify accounting methods to improve existing procedures; identify and implement new opportunities for automated accounting systems; ensure conformity to sound accounting practices and City policies and procedures.
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
Manages the City's banking relationship and services.
Serve as liaison to City departments regarding complex financial, accounting, and grant related issues.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assignedTypical Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE OF:Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, practices, and procedures.Principles and practices of supervision, including selection, training, evaluation and discipline.Pertinent local, State and Federal rules, regulations and laws.Internal controls, including their purpose and limitations.Methods and techniques involved in conducting analytical studies and research of administrative practices and procedures.Modern office procedures, methods, computer equipment and related softwareABILITY TO:Plan, organize and direct accounting, purchasing, inventory and other department related operations and activities.Analyze and interpret financial and accounting records.Design, implement, interpret and monitor department policies and procedures.Prepare and interpret complex financial reports and analyses.Provide fiscal interpretation of data to management.Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Research complaints, problems and prepare responses for management, including correspondence.Oversee and assist auditors with the Annual Comprehensive l Financial Report.Interpret and explain the City's purchasing and inventory control systems.Train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Supplemental Information
QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, business administration, economics, finance or a related field.EXPERIENCE:
Four years of increasingly responsible experience in professional accounting; including two years of direct supervision over assigned personnel.Experience in municipal accounting is desirableLICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid California Class C drivers' licenseCertificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability
ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise. Position requires occasional overtime or weekend work and the ability to travel on occasion.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.
Recruitments may be extended by the department if a sufficient number of applications have not been received.
The City of Manteca reserves the right to select a limited number of qualified candidates for its recruitments.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
UPCOMING SALARY INCREASE:3% COLA effective 7/1/2025
CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN:
This position is covered under the California Public Employees' Retirement System. The following plans are applicable:
Classic Tier I: 2.7% @ 55Employee Contribution: 13.75% (8% member contribution + 5.75% cost-share of employer contribution)
Classic Tier II: 2% @ 60Employee Contribution: 12.75% (7% member contribution + 5.75% cost-share of employer contribution)
PEPRA: 2% @ 62PEPRA members shall pay through payroll deduction an additional (7.75) percent toward the employer contribution for a total of (7.75) percent plus fifty percent (50%) of normal cost of their retirement plan as determined annually by CalPERS.
DEFFERED COMPENSATION & SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLANS:457(b) Plan - Employees may voluntarily contribute to this plan and have the option to place 2% stipend directly into your account.
401(a) - Employees will be eligible for Mission Square 401 Supplemental Retirement enhancement. MMA members are required to contribute 1% if they choose to participate in this plan.
CITY WIDE MEDICAL MONTHLY CONTRIBUTION:Manteca offers various Medical Plan options through CALPERS.
Single: $850Employee +1: $1,600Family: $2,100Stipend: $600 (opt out of Medical)
DENTAL & VISION:Benefits offered through Delta Dental & VSP
City Pays 100% of Premium Costs
LIFE INSURANCE COVERAGE:Employees shall receive $10,000, plus an equivalent amount to their annual salary of group life insurance coverage upon being employed one full calendar month. The City shall pay all premium costs for life insurance coverage. (Supplemental coverage available)
VACATION LEAVE:1 - 48 months = 80 hours annually49 - 96 months = 120 hours annually97 - 144 months = 152 hours annually145 months plus =184 hours annually
The maximum vacation accrual limit shall be three (3) times the annual accrual rate.Payment for cashing out up to 80 hours of vacation leave per fiscal year may be made upon request.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE:Employees will receive 96 hours per fiscal year accures per pay periodPayment for cashing out up to 60 hours per fiscal year of administrative leave may be made upon request
WELLNESS LEAVE:
Each employee shall receive 83.2 hours of wellness leave for use in each fiscal year earned with no rollover. There is a cash out option at the end of each fiscal year. Employees hired after July 1 will receive prorated amount after 6 months of employment.
SICK LEAVE:Employees shall accureshall accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually for each full month of continuous service.
FLOATING HOLIDAYS:Employees will receive will receive four (4) floating holidays the first pay period in July of each year. Employees will not be allowed to carryover the floating holidays. The floating holidays cannot be cashed out in lieu of taking the day off.
HOLIDAYS:12 Fixed Holidays
STIPEND:Effective July 1, 2020, employees will receive a non-PERSable stipend equal to 2% of their base salary. The 2% stipend can be cashed out or placed into a deferred compensation account. An employee hired after July 1 will receive a prorated stipend in the fiscal year in which they were hired.
LONGEVITY PAY:Employees with over five years of continuous employment with the City of Manteca are eligible to be considered for one longevity bonus per year of 10% of one month's base salary. Employees with ten years of continuous employment are eligible for 20% of one month's base salary.
EDUCATION INCENTIVE PAY:
3% of monthly base rate of pay per month for a Bachelors or Masters Degree. *(If degree is not required for position)
BILINGUAL PAY:
2.5% of monthly base rate of pay per month for Bilingual Pay.
Persons who speak Spanish, Portuguese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, Laotian, Arabic, Punjabi, Farsi, Cambodian, or American Sign Language (ASL) are eligible. An employee is entitled to receive bilingual pay provided that employee has passed an oral proficiency examination as determined by the Human Resources Director and is assigned to provide translation services in addition to other duties contained within their specific job descriptions.
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree or above with major course work in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, public administration, or a related field? If so, please attach a copy of your degree(s) to your application.
YesNo
02
Do you have at least four years of increasingly responsible experience in professional accounting; including two years of direct supervision over assigned personnel.? Please state yes or no, and then summarize your work experience as it relates to the position.
Required Question
$131,952.00 - $162,000.00 Annually
Location :
Manteca, CA
Job Type:
Full- Time
Job Number:
25-021
Department:
FINANCE
Opening Date:
09/04/2024
Description
BASIC FUNCTION:Under the direction of the Deputy Finance Director or designee, plan, organize, direct and supervise professional accounting within the Finance Department; to coordinate section activities with other divisions or departments; and to perform a variety of professional and technical tasks relative to the maintenance of accounting records and the preparation of financial reports.
Exercise direct supervision over assigned supervisory, professional, technical and administrative support personnel.Example of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Plan, prioritize, and participate in a full range of municipal accounting operations including utility billing, accounts payable and receivable, grant accounting and financial statement preparation.
Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Finance staff; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training, conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the department.
Review the preparation and maintenance of journals, ledgers and supporting financial records; reconcile the City's general ledger to subsidiary accounts.
Serve as the main point of contact for the outside independent auditor; provide detail information to and respond to audit questions, including analytical review and internal control review.
Develop and implement divisional goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
Confer with other City departments regarding accounting related issues; implement internal controls to ensure governmental policy and regulations are met.
Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.
Oversee the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, various State Financial Transaction Reports and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards.
Develop, train and implement accounting, finance and data processing systems and procedures.
Supervise the preparation of grants, accounting reports and related work.
Review, develop and modify accounting methods to improve existing procedures; identify and implement new opportunities for automated accounting systems; ensure conformity to sound accounting practices and City policies and procedures.
Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
Manages the City's banking relationship and services.
Serve as liaison to City departments regarding complex financial, accounting, and grant related issues.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assignedTypical Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE OF:Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, practices, and procedures.Principles and practices of supervision, including selection, training, evaluation and discipline.Pertinent local, State and Federal rules, regulations and laws.Internal controls, including their purpose and limitations.Methods and techniques involved in conducting analytical studies and research of administrative practices and procedures.Modern office procedures, methods, computer equipment and related softwareABILITY TO:Plan, organize and direct accounting, purchasing, inventory and other department related operations and activities.Analyze and interpret financial and accounting records.Design, implement, interpret and monitor department policies and procedures.Prepare and interpret complex financial reports and analyses.Provide fiscal interpretation of data to management.Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Research complaints, problems and prepare responses for management, including correspondence.Oversee and assist auditors with the Annual Comprehensive l Financial Report.Interpret and explain the City's purchasing and inventory control systems.Train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Supplemental Information
QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, business administration, economics, finance or a related field.EXPERIENCE:
Four years of increasingly responsible experience in professional accounting; including two years of direct supervision over assigned personnel.Experience in municipal accounting is desirableLICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid California Class C drivers' licenseCertificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability
ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise. Position requires occasional overtime or weekend work and the ability to travel on occasion.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.
Recruitments may be extended by the department if a sufficient number of applications have not been received.
The City of Manteca reserves the right to select a limited number of qualified candidates for its recruitments.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
UPCOMING SALARY INCREASE:3% COLA effective 7/1/2025
CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN:
This position is covered under the California Public Employees' Retirement System. The following plans are applicable:
Classic Tier I: 2.7% @ 55Employee Contribution: 13.75% (8% member contribution + 5.75% cost-share of employer contribution)
Classic Tier II: 2% @ 60Employee Contribution: 12.75% (7% member contribution + 5.75% cost-share of employer contribution)
PEPRA: 2% @ 62PEPRA members shall pay through payroll deduction an additional (7.75) percent toward the employer contribution for a total of (7.75) percent plus fifty percent (50%) of normal cost of their retirement plan as determined annually by CalPERS.
DEFFERED COMPENSATION & SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLANS:457(b) Plan - Employees may voluntarily contribute to this plan and have the option to place 2% stipend directly into your account.
401(a) - Employees will be eligible for Mission Square 401 Supplemental Retirement enhancement. MMA members are required to contribute 1% if they choose to participate in this plan.
CITY WIDE MEDICAL MONTHLY CONTRIBUTION:Manteca offers various Medical Plan options through CALPERS.
Single: $850Employee +1: $1,600Family: $2,100Stipend: $600 (opt out of Medical)
DENTAL & VISION:Benefits offered through Delta Dental & VSP
City Pays 100% of Premium Costs
LIFE INSURANCE COVERAGE:Employees shall receive $10,000, plus an equivalent amount to their annual salary of group life insurance coverage upon being employed one full calendar month. The City shall pay all premium costs for life insurance coverage. (Supplemental coverage available)
VACATION LEAVE:1 - 48 months = 80 hours annually49 - 96 months = 120 hours annually97 - 144 months = 152 hours annually145 months plus =184 hours annually
The maximum vacation accrual limit shall be three (3) times the annual accrual rate.Payment for cashing out up to 80 hours of vacation leave per fiscal year may be made upon request.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE:Employees will receive 96 hours per fiscal year accures per pay periodPayment for cashing out up to 60 hours per fiscal year of administrative leave may be made upon request
WELLNESS LEAVE:
Each employee shall receive 83.2 hours of wellness leave for use in each fiscal year earned with no rollover. There is a cash out option at the end of each fiscal year. Employees hired after July 1 will receive prorated amount after 6 months of employment.
SICK LEAVE:Employees shall accureshall accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually for each full month of continuous service.
FLOATING HOLIDAYS:Employees will receive will receive four (4) floating holidays the first pay period in July of each year. Employees will not be allowed to carryover the floating holidays. The floating holidays cannot be cashed out in lieu of taking the day off.
HOLIDAYS:12 Fixed Holidays
STIPEND:Effective July 1, 2020, employees will receive a non-PERSable stipend equal to 2% of their base salary. The 2% stipend can be cashed out or placed into a deferred compensation account. An employee hired after July 1 will receive a prorated stipend in the fiscal year in which they were hired.
LONGEVITY PAY:Employees with over five years of continuous employment with the City of Manteca are eligible to be considered for one longevity bonus per year of 10% of one month's base salary. Employees with ten years of continuous employment are eligible for 20% of one month's base salary.
EDUCATION INCENTIVE PAY:
3% of monthly base rate of pay per month for a Bachelors or Masters Degree. *(If degree is not required for position)
BILINGUAL PAY:
2.5% of monthly base rate of pay per month for Bilingual Pay.
Persons who speak Spanish, Portuguese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, Laotian, Arabic, Punjabi, Farsi, Cambodian, or American Sign Language (ASL) are eligible. An employee is entitled to receive bilingual pay provided that employee has passed an oral proficiency examination as determined by the Human Resources Director and is assigned to provide translation services in addition to other duties contained within their specific job descriptions.
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree or above with major course work in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, public administration, or a related field? If so, please attach a copy of your degree(s) to your application.
YesNo
02
Do you have at least four years of increasingly responsible experience in professional accounting; including two years of direct supervision over assigned personnel.? Please state yes or no, and then summarize your work experience as it relates to the position.
Required Question