Accounting Technician

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Accounting Technician

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About the Opportunity

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the Accounting Technician role is a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment requiring precision and analytical thinking. They possess a natural aptitude for numbers, paired with a keen ability to identify patterns, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvements. This individual approaches their work with a sense of responsibility and integrity, ensuring accuracy in financial records and reports. They are a proactive problem-solver who takes initiative to resolve challenges, anticipate needs, and adapt quickly to changing priorities. A strong communicator, they can clearly explain financial data and collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments, fostering a team-oriented atmosphere. To succeed in this role, the candidate must be self-motivated and possess excellent time management skills, balancing multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality. They are tech-savvy, comfortable navigating accounting software and other digital tools, and they leverage technology to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency. Additionally, the ideal candidate is resourceful and demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset, constantly seeking ways to optimize processes and deliver exceptional results. They exhibit a high level of professionalism, reliability, and discretion when handling sensitive financial and payroll information. If you are an analytical thinker with a passion for maintaining accuracy, driving efficiency, and contributing to a team’s success, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a positive impact. To learn more about the General Services Department click here .

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THE POSITION Under general direction, the incumbent will perform complex and highly responsible clerical work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records. Tasks may include processing purchase requisitions and invoices, monthly reconciliation of County purchasing card transactions, monthly reconciliation of vendor statements to invoices, processing journal entries, preparing complex calculations for cost allocation purposes, cost accounting functions, auditing payroll, assisting human resources, use of various software including Cost Accounting Management System, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Access Database, Oracle Cloud modules, and other related work as assigned. The ideal candidate for the Accounting Technician position is a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a solid understanding of accounting principles and a commitment to accuracy. They have experience maintaining journals, ledgers, and financial records, as well as preparing comprehensive reports on revenues and expenditures. This individual excels at compiling and analyzing complex data, reconciling accounts, and processing financial transactions such as accounts payable and payroll. They are proficient in computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, and word processing applications, and demonstrate the ability to streamline processes using both manual and automated procedures. Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Office Worker/Clerical bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. Individuals who are in a full-time classified position are required to serve a twelve-month probationary period, which may be extended an additional six months for a total of eighteen months. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Typical Tasks

• Maintain journals and ledgers of financial transactions and prepare analytical reports on revenues and expenditures;
• Prepare calculations for billing of services provided by the County;
• Maintain general, statistical, and cost records;
• Prepare and process information which requires the analysis of complex source documents;
• Compile a variety of narrative and statistical reports, locating sources of information; devising forms to secure data, and determining the proper format for finished report;
• Answer questions that involve searching for and abstracting data;
• Coordinate statistical input for electronic data processing;
• Reconcile Credit Cards;
• Process Accounts Payable;
• Review facility work orders for accuracy and assign service request numbers for routinely provided services;
• Audit payroll timekeeping entries to ensure completeness and accuracy;
• Obtain payroll supporting documentation; and
• Provide assistance with human resource tasks.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

• The principles of basic accounting;
• Supervising methods and techniques;
• Record keeping techniques;
• Statistical concepts and techniques; and
• Computerized accounting spreadsheet, charting, and word processing applications.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Perform fiscal and statistical record keeping at the journey level;
• Analyze data and present logical conclusions;
• Develop and maintain record keeping systems; and
• Minimize workload through efficient use of automated and manual procedures.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
PATTERN I

• Three (3) years of full-time general clerical experience involving: bookkeeping, statistical or financial record keeping, payroll or related duties. Two (2) years of which must have been at a journey-level.

PATTERN II

• Two (2) years of full-time journey-level clerical experience involving: bookkeeping, statistical or financial record-keeping, payroll or related duties; AND
• One (1) year of full-time schooling in relevant college course work or business school training (24 semester units or 36 quarter units).

Proof of education is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-202-9259 to make other arrangements before 5 p.m. on the final filling date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE
Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitment consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
Written Examination: Week of February 10, 2025
Selection Interview: Week of February 17, 2025

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County .

GENERAL INFORMATION
Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

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Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary .

Closing Date/Time: 1/31/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$53,331.20 - $64,812.80 Annually