Accounting Technician

Job Description:

Accounting Technician

Description

Description

The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the position of Accounting Technician in the Finance Department. There is currently one (1) vacancy, in the area of Accounts Payable.

What you'll do: We are looking for a detail-oriented, team player Accounting Technician who will assume significant responsibility for technical accounting activities within the City. This includes performing accounts payable processing, auditing accounts payable transactions for correct accounting and account coding, and monitoring various revenue and expenditure accounts for accuracy and budget compliance. Additionally, the role involves preparing journal entries and reconciliations. They will also be responsible for the preparation of financial reports, participation in audits, and assisting in the development of accounting procedures.

Schedule: This position works on-site and has a 9/80 work schedule. The work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on alternating Fridays. City Hall is closed on alternating Fridays.

You'll be awesome at:

• Professional Integrity and Ethics
• Professional and Technical Expertise
• Customer Focus
• Self-Management
• Prioritization Skills
• Administrative Skills and Attention to Detail
• Responsibility and Dependability
• Strong Organizational Skills

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on October 30, 2024.

Examples of Duties

The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Accounting Technician . These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education: Education and/or experience equivalent to graduation from high school and completion of college-level coursework in basic accounting, bookkeeping, or finance. An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in accounting is highly desirable.

Experience: Three years of full-time progressively responsible accounting experience in an accounting environment, preferably in a municipal setting; or two years of full-time experience with the City as an Office Specialist.

License/Certificate Requirements: Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required.

Supplemental Information

Application Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application . Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review on October 30, 2024 . Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to undergo a Structured Panel Interview to evaluate their knowledge, skills and abilities. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of applicants deemed eligible before making selection decisions . The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City .

Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice. Education and employment verification and reference check(s) will also be conducted.

Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, retirement plans, and paid time off. The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.

The Department: The Finance Department performs all finance, accounting, business licensing, and cashiering functions for the City. The department currently has eleven (11) positions: Director of Finance, Finance Manager, Procurement Officer, Accounting Supervisor, Payroll Supervisor, Senior Administrative Analyst, Senior Accountant, and four (4) Accounting Technicians. The department prepares and monitors the City's annual budget, administers transient occupancy tax and business improvement district collections. Primary responsibilities include daily processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, capital assets, and payroll. This department is also responsible for City Hall cashiering, incoming and outgoing mail, and issuing 13,000 parking permits biannually. Annually, the department issues more than 9,600 payroll and 6,900 vendor checks. The department also provides the accounting for approximately $137 million in revenues and $136 million in expenditures and coordinates inventory of the City's general capital assets. And is responsible for closing the City's financial records at year-end and the computation, review, and placement of assessments for sewer, solid waste management, and weed abatement on the County of Orange Tax Roll. An annual audit by an independent certified public accountant is administered and financed through this department's contractual service account.

Benefits for Laguna Beach Municipal Employees' Association (MEA)

Retirement: The City offers membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS. 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members, or 2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members.

Health Coverage: The City covers the medical and dental insurance premium costs for employee-only and provides a contribution towards dependent premium costs. A medical insurance waiver program is available for employees covered by medical insurance other than the City’s medical insurance.

Vacation: Vacation leave accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. This increases to 136 hours per year after five years of service, and to 176 hours per year after nine years of service. A cash-out option exists for accrued vacation time.

Holiday: The City provides 90 hours for 11 paid holidays per year.

Sick Leave: Sick leave accrues at a rate of 80 hours per year. Unused sick leave is available for cash-in at 50% value into your Retirement Health Savings (RHS) account.

Retirement Health Savings Plan: The City, on your behalf, deposits a monthly pre-tax contribution of $100 into your RHS account.

Life Insurance: The City provides a life insurance benefit in the amount of $50,000, including coverage for Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-term Disability.

Pay Plan: The basic pay ranges are composed of 8 steps, with each step varying by approximately 5%.

Acting Pay: Employees will receive an additional 5% of their current base salary for working out of classification for 15 or more consecutive workdays.

Alternate Work Schedule: City Hall is currently operating on a 9/80 work schedule. Other work schedules may be available including, but not limited to, a 4/10, 9/80, 5/8 or other work schedule as may suit the operational needs of the City. Alternate work schedules are subject to City Manager approval.

Other Benefits: The City offers a Flexible Spending Account, Educational Reimbursement Program, Employee Assistance Program, Exceptional Performance Pay Program, and Bilingual Pay Program.

Salary:

$71,184.00 - $99,972.00 Annually