Accounting Technician I/II

Description

Accounting Technician I Salary: $76,749.69 - $93,289.72

Accounting Technician II Salary: $88,382.31 - $107,429.25

ABOUT THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT

The Finance department is the backbone of the city. The department provides fiscal information to all City departments and manages the development and analysis of the budget. It also prepares year-end financial statements, annual audits, accounts payable, revenue collection and other day-to-day financial transactions. The Department also oversees the investment of City funds and provides the strategic planning necessary to preserve the City's superior credit rating and safeguard City assets.

ABOUT THE POSITION
Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Accounting Technician I/II will perform a variety of paraprofessional accounting duties including general accounting, payroll processing, accounts receivable, revenue collections, accounts payable and purchase order processing, treasury assistance, business licensing, month-end general ledger account reconciliations/journals, annual audit/budget support, account analysis, and related duties as assigned.

The Accounting Technician II is the journey-level class in the Accounting Technician classification series responsible for performing the full range of paraprofessional accounting tasks in assigned program areas. Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Positions in the Accounting Technician class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II level are normally filled by advancement from the I level; progression to the II level is subject to management approval and is dependent on the incumbent (i) performing the full range of duties assigned to the II level, and (ii) acquiring the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to meet the minimum qualifications for the II level of the series.

ABOUT THE RECRUTIMENT
This recruitment will be open until the position is filled and applicants will be reviewed as they are received. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and answers to job-specific questions. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a written assessment to test basic skills required for this position.

Examples of Duties

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Assist financial transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase order, and payroll.
  
• Support monthly, quarterly, year-end reconciliation by creating journal entries and conducting account analyses.
  
• Assist with budget development including monitoring overspending and tracking capital budgets.
  
• Maintain finance records and documentation including retention schedules, file maintenance, and ensuring proper storage of financial records.
  
• Complete ad hoc projects such as unclaimed check tracking, data cleanup, and other special assignments as needed.
  

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

EXPERIENCE:
Accounting Technician I:

• Requires one year of progressively responsible accounting experience, including bookkeeping, complex numerical calculations and/or processing of financial data.

Accounting Technician II:

• Three years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including bookkeeping, complex numerical calculations and/or processing of financial data.
• AA degree may be substituted with two additional years of experience in an accounting
• Similar or relevant work experience in the public sector

EDUCATION:
Accounting Technician I:

• Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Possession of a post-secondary degree in accounting or finance, or possession of a certificate in accounting proficiency, is desirable.

Accounting Technician II:

• Associates of Arts degree (AA)

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license.

Supplemental Information

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Well-rounded Accounting Technician who is motivated and team oriented. The person holding this position should demonstrate a high level of customer service standards with the community, customers, and departments. Proven knowledge and demonstrated work experience in the basic function of finance such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll. The ideal candidate is comfortable with change and can multi-task; is familiar with governmental organizational structure and public service oriented, has a willingness and capacity to learn other aspects of accounting and finance, and then put that new found knowledge into action.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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• City of Los Altos

• 650-947-2759

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