Accountant

Accountant
This is the advanced-level of the Accountant series. Incumbents perform the full range of assigned duties and may receive occasional instruction as new or unusual situations arise. Incumbents are expected to be fully aware of the operating guidelines and procedures within the Department and may make independent decisions within the frame-work of written and oral instructions and accepted practices, processes and procedures while completing assignments.

APPLICATIONS must be submitted thru Governmentjobs.com, resumes received thru Indeed will be directed to submit interest on Governmentjobs.com website.

The City of Coalinga is a CalPERS employer.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Examples listed in this class specification represents but is not necessarily exhaustive or descriptive of duties assigned to this position. Each individual in this classification may not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Management reserves the right to assign other related tasks if such duties are a logical assignment for this position.

• Oversees a full range of financial recordkeeping and reporting duties, including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, business licenses, utility billing and customer service.
• Assists with preparation and review of the annual financial audit report.
• Reviews and analyzes financial records for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepares adjusting journal entries, trial balances, fiscal and statistical reports.
• Develops schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Plans, organizes, evaluates and reviews the work of assigned staff; provides and coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Completes monthly bank reconciliations and post to the general ledger.
• Assists with year-end closing of accounts and budget reconciliation.
• Performs difficult and detailed calculations, recordkeeping and reconciliation in areas such as payroll and employee benefits.
• Researches, compiles and analyzes data related to a variety of special projects and grants; composes correspondence, assists in the preparation of a variety of financial documents, reports, grants and special projects; develops statistical charts; monitors various accounts; sets up files and spreadsheets.
• Coordinates financial activities with other City departments and outside agencies; responds to questions and provides information concerning payroll data and related changes to departments and individuals; researches, interprets and explains policies, procedures and regulations to City staff and the public.
• Monitors payroll accounts and ensure timely reconciliation and timely payment of all mandated payroll taxes processed by the Human Resources Department; oversees bi-weekly electronic file transfers of automatic deposits, retirement, deferred compensation, etc.; maintains various payroll tables; develops and maintains systems for monitoring and tracking payroll and related information.
• Assists with preparation of the City budget; gathers costs and factors invariable circumstances in making budget calculations.
• Responds to non-routine utility and customer related inquiries and complaints; authorizes adjustments to customer utility accounts.
• Reconciles accounts payable and accounts receivable, deposits, and payroll; prepares and posts journal entries; posts fund transfers, auditor entries and adjusting journal entries; prints year-end reports; closes old year and posts new year budget balances.
• Prepares and posts journal entries, posts fund transfers, auditor entries, and adjusting journal entries, prints year end reports, closes old year and posts new year budget balances.
• Supervises and participates in auditing accounting systems and procedures to ensure proper internal control and compliance with policies.
• Supervises and participates in a wide array of fiscal activities including administration of bond issues and assessment districts, and participates in City investment process.
• Participates in all aspects of the City's accounting activities as assigned.
• Understands, interprets, and applies general accounting and auditing principles, procedures and methods to develop, maintain and audit financial and statistical reports.
• Performs other related work as required.

EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial accounting, preferably in a municipal or closely related environment, including at least one (1) year experience in a supervisory position.

EDUCATION
Graduate of an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.

LICENSES
Valid State of California Driver's License, Class C; must be insurable under the City's insurance policy without the City incurring any additional premiums or costs.

OTHER
Must be a U.S. citizen or Legal Resident Alien; pass a background investigation and a physical examination including a drug test; and be bondable.Supplemental Information

ATTITUDE

Characterized by initiative, commitment to teamwork and quality performance, and a customer-service orientation; must interact in a positive manner with City employees and the public.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The following area representative sample of the KSAs necessary to perform essential tasks of the position.

Knowledge of: Budgeting and municipal and fiscal accounting practices, methods, forms, techniques and procedures; automated information systems and methods, including spreadsheets and other accounting and business software; business math and elementary statistical methods and techniques; public administration, municipal organization and department operations including applicable laws and regulations; processing and reconciling payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, utility billing, business licenses and other financial transactions; internal control principles and methods of application; principles of supervision, training and evaluations; modern office practices and procedures.

Skill and ability to: Be proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, data bank and presentations; develop, recommend, install, and evaluate complex accounting systems, procedures, and internal controls; analyze and prepare complex financial statements and reports; plan, direct and evaluate the work of subordinates; analyze and interpret complex laws, regulations and codes; express ideas clearly both orally and in writing in the English language; work under tight deadlines; effectively prioritize and manage time; successfully multi-task and keep organized; maintain strict confidentiality and unquestionable integrity; have excellent attendance and be punctual; develop effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public; bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable.

NOTE: The physical and psychological demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job, on a case-by-case basis.

Ability to work in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require a variety of physical activities such as hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone; vision sufficient to read written materials, including small print, and personal computer monitor; sitting for extended periods of time; occasional walking to other offices and standing for brief periods; bending and reaching to place or retrieve files, office supplies, binders and other reference materials; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a personal computer, typewriter and other office equipment. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Individual must exercise good judgment, be flexible and sensitive in response to changing situations and needs; and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

REQUIRED MATERIALS

1. City of Coalinga Employment Application AND responses to Supplemental questions (electronically) https://www.governmentjobs.com/

2. Copy of appropriate licenses/certificates/degree/school transcripts.

3. Resume

Faxed applications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Resumes submitted in lieu of a completed City of Coalinga employment application will not be accepted. Applicants must apply for position on the Governmentjobs.com website https://www.governmentjobs.com/

All communication and correspondence from the City of Coalinga will be sent to the applicant via electronic communication to the email address provided by the applicant on the submitted employment application.

The City of Coalinga is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, or covered veteran’s status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Pay: $74,732.30 - $95,379.46 per year

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• If graduated with a degree, was your degree in the Accounting, Business Administrative or related field? Please indicate area of study.
• What is the total number of years of government (State, County, or City) experience you have?

__ No experience
__ Less than 1 year of experience
__ 1 year but less than 3 years of experience
__ 3 years but less than 3 years of experience
__ 5 or more years of experience

• Do you have five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial accounting in addition to one (1) year of supervisory experience?

__ Yes
__ No
__ Not applicable

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person