Posted : Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:06 PM
The Information Services Department (ISD) of the County of San Mateo is seeking well-qualified and highly motivated candidates with high standards of accuracy and exceptional detail-oriented and organizational skills for the position of Accountant I/II – Limited Term.
Successful candidates will be self-motivated, experienced, and effective communicators – candidates with the ability to work effectively in a high-volume and fast-paced environment and the ability to multi-task.
Under the direction of the Senior Accountant, the Accountant I/II will provide difficult, technical, complex, or specialized departmental budgeting, accounting, customer billing, cost allocation plan, and other related procedural work.
The individual will assist management in such activities as reviewing general ledger and cost accounting data to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and making correcting entries, preparing routine, monthly, month-end and year-end close journal entries, maintaining general and job ledger reconciliations, classifying transactions in support of preparing the department’s annual cost allocation plan, reconciling various bank statements, maintaining external agency accounts receivables, maintaining division-specific expenditure and budgetary control accounts, assisting in and/or coordinating preparation and analysis of departmental budgets and service charge rate developments, analyzing and preparing varied financial statement and reports, and performing other budgeting, accounting, reporting, and other related duties as required.
The ideal candidate for this position will possess: Previous work experience in a large, complex office, preferably in the public sector and within an accounting function Ability to work effectively in a high-volume and fast-paced environment and ability to multi-task Self-starter mentality with ability to excel in a professional environment with limited supervision Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment to complete projects, contributing ideas and collaborating to problem solve and find solutions to issues that arise Ability to manage a large and varied workload with changing and conflicting deadlines High standards of accuracy of financial data and information, excellent detail-oriented and organization skills Competency to review, analyze, post, balance, interpret and reconcile complex financial data and accounts Knowledge of principles, practices, and terminology of general and cost accounting Strong interpersonal skills, through experience in participating on or working with cross-departmental teams, with proven ability to develop and maintain effective business partner relations at all levels of the organization Intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills Proficient Office 365 and Microsoft suite of services skills Excellent verbal and professional writing and communication skills Excellent customer service skills Be able to interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with policies SALARY Accountant I: $33.
12 - $41.
41 / hour Accountant II: $38.
73 - $48.
40 / hour This is a limited term, at-will position.
Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years.
They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan.
Information for current County employees: Current and regular San Mateo County Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit application materials and compete in the selection process.
If you are successful in the selection process and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options.
Please note that there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment.
The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable.
Qualifications Requirements: This classification requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve (12) "semester" units of college level accounting coursework.
NOTE: To convert quarter units divide by 1.
5; eighteen (18) quarter units are equivalent to twelve (12) semester units.
Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.
A typical way to qualify is: Accountant I: Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a closely related field.
Sub-professional accounting support work may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis to a maximum of two years.
This classification requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve semester units of college level accounting coursework.
Accountant II: Two years of accounting experience, preferably in a governmental or public agency.
Knowledge of: Principles, practices and terminology of general, fund and governmental accounting.
Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly as related to the processing of accounting information.
Applicable laws regulating public fiscal operations.
Budgeting principles and terminology.
Basic auditing and financial reconciliation principles and methods.
Skill/Ability to: Review, analyze, interpret and reconcile financial reports and transactions.
Verify the accuracy of financial data and information.
Prepare clear, concise and complete financial reports and statements.
Ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements and other transactions.
Direct the work of others on a project or day to day basis.
Exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
Make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations.
Maintain accurate records and files.
Establish and maintain effective working relations.
Application/Examination If you are interested in being considered for this limited term position, the following materials must be electronically submitted in a Word or PDF format: Cover letter with responses to Supplemental Questions (maximum of 2 pages) Resume Supplemental Questions: This position requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve semester units of college level accounting coursework.
List either the type of Accounting Degree you possess OR the following for your college-level accounting courses: a) Name of Institution; b) Class Title; and c) Number of "Semester" Units.
Describe your background and experience in accounting and other fiscal work in a public sector or government agency, particularly in performing accounting close processes (month, quarter, and year-end).
Explain where this experience was gained, the level of your experience, the systems you have used, and your responsibilities.
Be clear, specific, and complete in your response.
Describe your knowledge and experience in the area of cost accounting.
Discuss the duties and responsibilities you performed that are related to cost accounting and the automated systems you used.
Describe your experience analyzing financial data, developing fiscal projections, preparing reports and recommendations for management on financial issues, and explaining budget or financial information to program managers or other program staff orally and/or in writing.
Please include the words "Accountant I/II - Information Services Department - Limited Term" in the subject line of the email submission.
Please submit the required materials electronically via email to: Jason Cooksey, Financial Services Manager II jcooksey@smcgov.
org Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Apply immediately.
Resumés will be accepted until position is filled.
This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.
NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail.
Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted.
Submittals that do not include all required elements (cover letter with responses to supplemental questions and a resume) will not be considered.
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay.
With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment.
The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.
We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.
Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.
Successful candidates will be self-motivated, experienced, and effective communicators – candidates with the ability to work effectively in a high-volume and fast-paced environment and the ability to multi-task.
Under the direction of the Senior Accountant, the Accountant I/II will provide difficult, technical, complex, or specialized departmental budgeting, accounting, customer billing, cost allocation plan, and other related procedural work.
The individual will assist management in such activities as reviewing general ledger and cost accounting data to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and making correcting entries, preparing routine, monthly, month-end and year-end close journal entries, maintaining general and job ledger reconciliations, classifying transactions in support of preparing the department’s annual cost allocation plan, reconciling various bank statements, maintaining external agency accounts receivables, maintaining division-specific expenditure and budgetary control accounts, assisting in and/or coordinating preparation and analysis of departmental budgets and service charge rate developments, analyzing and preparing varied financial statement and reports, and performing other budgeting, accounting, reporting, and other related duties as required.
The ideal candidate for this position will possess: Previous work experience in a large, complex office, preferably in the public sector and within an accounting function Ability to work effectively in a high-volume and fast-paced environment and ability to multi-task Self-starter mentality with ability to excel in a professional environment with limited supervision Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment to complete projects, contributing ideas and collaborating to problem solve and find solutions to issues that arise Ability to manage a large and varied workload with changing and conflicting deadlines High standards of accuracy of financial data and information, excellent detail-oriented and organization skills Competency to review, analyze, post, balance, interpret and reconcile complex financial data and accounts Knowledge of principles, practices, and terminology of general and cost accounting Strong interpersonal skills, through experience in participating on or working with cross-departmental teams, with proven ability to develop and maintain effective business partner relations at all levels of the organization Intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills Proficient Office 365 and Microsoft suite of services skills Excellent verbal and professional writing and communication skills Excellent customer service skills Be able to interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with policies SALARY Accountant I: $33.
12 - $41.
41 / hour Accountant II: $38.
73 - $48.
40 / hour This is a limited term, at-will position.
Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years.
They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan.
Information for current County employees: Current and regular San Mateo County Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit application materials and compete in the selection process.
If you are successful in the selection process and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options.
Please note that there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment.
The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable.
Qualifications Requirements: This classification requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve (12) "semester" units of college level accounting coursework.
NOTE: To convert quarter units divide by 1.
5; eighteen (18) quarter units are equivalent to twelve (12) semester units.
Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.
A typical way to qualify is: Accountant I: Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a closely related field.
Sub-professional accounting support work may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis to a maximum of two years.
This classification requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve semester units of college level accounting coursework.
Accountant II: Two years of accounting experience, preferably in a governmental or public agency.
Knowledge of: Principles, practices and terminology of general, fund and governmental accounting.
Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly as related to the processing of accounting information.
Applicable laws regulating public fiscal operations.
Budgeting principles and terminology.
Basic auditing and financial reconciliation principles and methods.
Skill/Ability to: Review, analyze, interpret and reconcile financial reports and transactions.
Verify the accuracy of financial data and information.
Prepare clear, concise and complete financial reports and statements.
Ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements and other transactions.
Direct the work of others on a project or day to day basis.
Exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
Make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations.
Maintain accurate records and files.
Establish and maintain effective working relations.
Application/Examination If you are interested in being considered for this limited term position, the following materials must be electronically submitted in a Word or PDF format: Cover letter with responses to Supplemental Questions (maximum of 2 pages) Resume Supplemental Questions: This position requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve semester units of college level accounting coursework.
List either the type of Accounting Degree you possess OR the following for your college-level accounting courses: a) Name of Institution; b) Class Title; and c) Number of "Semester" Units.
Describe your background and experience in accounting and other fiscal work in a public sector or government agency, particularly in performing accounting close processes (month, quarter, and year-end).
Explain where this experience was gained, the level of your experience, the systems you have used, and your responsibilities.
Be clear, specific, and complete in your response.
Describe your knowledge and experience in the area of cost accounting.
Discuss the duties and responsibilities you performed that are related to cost accounting and the automated systems you used.
Describe your experience analyzing financial data, developing fiscal projections, preparing reports and recommendations for management on financial issues, and explaining budget or financial information to program managers or other program staff orally and/or in writing.
Please include the words "Accountant I/II - Information Services Department - Limited Term" in the subject line of the email submission.
Please submit the required materials electronically via email to: Jason Cooksey, Financial Services Manager II jcooksey@smcgov.
org Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Apply immediately.
Resumés will be accepted until position is filled.
This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.
NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail.
Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted.
Submittals that do not include all required elements (cover letter with responses to supplemental questions and a resume) will not be considered.
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay.
With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment.
The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.
We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.
Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.
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