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The City of Martinez is inviting qualified internal candidates to apply for the position of Accountant.
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.
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.
Representative Duties
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.
TYPICAL TASKS:
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.
TYPICAL TASKS:
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.
Qualifications/Education/Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS:
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.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION PROCESS
1. Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants must apply online and submit all information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.
2. Supplemental Questionnaire: 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.
3. Training and Experience Evaluation: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated.
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. (Weighted 100%)
Tentative Interview Dates:Zoom Oral Board Interviews: April 9, 2026
Management Interviews: April 10, 2026
Supplemental Information
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION JOB DESCRIPTION: EFJD# 21
The complete essential function job description is available in the Human Resources Division.
CURRENT BENEFITS - MISCELLANEOUS MEMBERS
Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security.
- Classic Members – Retirement formula of 2% at age 60 with a 3 year final compensation period. Classic Members contribute 7% toward retirement.
- New Members – 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%.
Deferred Comp: City contribution of 1.6% gross monthly earnings into a 457 deferred compensation retirement plan (ICMA).
Vacation: Fifteen days vacation for the first four years of service. Maximum 25 days annually after 20 years of service.
Holidays: Fourteen and one-half days per year and seven days of floating holiday time.
Sick Leave: Accrued indefinitely at the rate of eight (8) hours per month. PERS service credit for unused sick upon service retirement.
Longevity Pay: 2% at fifteen (15) years of service.
Bilingual Pay: $100 per month for one or more languages.
Health Insurance: 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.
Dental Insurance: The City pays 100% of the premium for dental coverage for the employee and dependents. Dental plan includes orthodontic coverage.
Vision Insurance: The City pays 100% of the premium for vision coverage for the employee and dependents.
Life/Disability: 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.
Health Club Reimbursement: The City pays up to $50 a month for health club membership.
Training/Education Reimbursement: The City pays up to $1000 per fiscal year. See MCP for details.
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