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<p></p><div><div><div><div><b>The City of Martinez is inviting qualified internal candidates to apply for the position of Accountant.</b><br>
<b>Under the direction of the Finance Director, this role performs professional-level accounting work, supervises accounting staff, oversees key financial functions, and supports internal controls and budget administration. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated employee ready to take on greater responsibility and leadership within the Finance Department.</b></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Representative Duties</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Under direction of the Finance Director, to perform professional level accounting and financial record-keeping; to supervise the departmental accounting personnel; to assist with the implementation of internal accounting controls; to assume responsibility for assigned phases of the accounting system, and to perform related work as required.<br>
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TYPICAL TASKS:<br>
Performs professional accounting work; verifies, approves, and screens fiscal documents; prepares statements and trial balances; supervises payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable; verifies financial reports and statements; maintains general ledger and reconciles detailed accounts to the general ledger; maintains records of the City's fixed assets; supervises and trains assigned staff; determines methods, standards, and sequences of accounting work; inspects work in progress; assists in the development of financial programs; designs and recommends the installation of new accounting sub-systems; assists with the formulation and administration of the City's budget; conducts a variety of special studies and audits, and prepares a variety of detailed accounting analyses; Responds to public inquiries and complaints; prepares required state of California reports; works with outside auditors; acts as Finance Director in his/her absence.</div></div><br>
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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications/Education/Experience</b></h2></div><br>
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<br>
B.A. degree in accounting or closely related field, plus three years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting work preferably in a governmental agency, two (2) years of which are in a supervisory capacity; must possess a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record; must be able to pass a pre-employment physical examination.<br>
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DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS:<br>
Working knowledge of accounting principles; working knowledge of sound governmental office procedures; working knowledge of computers; ability to exercise independent judgment in implementing new laws and procedures; ability to organize and assign tasks; ability to interpret and follow written procedures relating to accounting methods; ability to exercise judgment in dealing with a variety of issues; ability to show tact and good judgment in dealing with matters of controversial or confidential nature; ability to work effectively with the public and other employees.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<div><p>SELECTION PROCESS</p><p><b><br>
1. Application Filing and Evaluation</b>: All applicants must apply online and submit all information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.</p><p><b>
2. Supplemental Questionnaire:</b> Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application filing. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.<br>
<b>3. Training and Experience Evaluation</b>: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated.</p><p>
Your responses to the supplemental questions, at the time of filing, will be evaluated and rated to determine each candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. <b>(Weighted 100%)</b></p><b>
Tentative Interview Dates:
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Zoom Oral Board Interviews: April 9, 2026<br>
Management Interviews: April 10, 2026<div><div><b><br>
Supplemental Information</b><br>
<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTION JOB DESCRIPTION:</b><b> EFJD# 21</b><br>
<b>The complete essential function job description is available in the Human Resources Division.</b></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p><b>CURRENT BENEFITS - MISCELLANEOUS MEMBERS</b><br>
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<b>Retirement: </b>California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security.<br>
 </p><ul><li><b>Classic Members &ndash; </b>Retirement formula of 2% at age 60 with a 3 year final compensation period. Classic Members contribute 7% toward retirement. </li><li><b>New Members &ndash; </b>Under the new pension reform law, Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA), effective 1/1/13 those defined as New Members of PERS are eligible for the 2% at age 62 retirement formula with a 3 year final compensation period. New Members are required to contribute towards pension. Effective 07/01/2023, the contribution rate is 7.75%.</li></ul> <br>
<b>Deferred Comp: </b>City contribution of 1.6% gross monthly earnings into a 457 deferred compensation retirement plan (ICMA).<br>
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<b>Vacation: </b>Fifteen days vacation for the first four years of service. Maximum 25 days annually after 20 years of service.<br>
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<b>Holidays: </b>Fourteen and one-half days per year and seven days of floating holiday time.<br>
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<b>Sick Leave: </b>Accrued indefinitely at the rate of eight (8) hours per month. PERS service credit for unused sick upon service retirement.<br>
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<b>Longevity Pay: </b>2% at fifteen (15) years of service.<br>
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<b>Bilingual Pay: </b>$100 per month for one or more languages.<br>
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<b>Health Insurance: </b>The City contracts with the Public Employees' Retirement System for health benefits for this group. Effective 1/1/26, the City contributes $1,051.98 for employee, $2,103.96 for employee +1, and $2,735.14 for family coverage with the employee contributing a portion of the monthly premium. MCP available online at www.cityofmartinez.org.<br>
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<b>Dental Insurance: </b>The City pays 100% of the premium for dental coverage for the employee and dependents. Dental plan includes orthodontic coverage. <br>
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<b>Vision Insurance: </b>The City pays 100% of the premium for vision coverage for the employee and dependents.<br>
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<b>Life/Disability: </b>The City pays the premium for life up to $200,000 and disability insurance for the employee only. Voluntary, supplemental plan available for additional life insurance.<br>
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<b>Health Club Reimbursement: </b>The City pays up to $50 a month for health club membership.<br>
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<b>Training/Education Reimbursement: </b>The City pays up to $1000 per fiscal year. See MCP for details.<br>
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