Accountant - Senior

Job Description

Description

The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position in the Accounting Department, Finance Division to plan, organize, direct, supervise and participate in the performance of a variety of professional accounting duties related to the preparation of financial statements, review of fiscal records, and monitoring of accounting transactions in accordance with generally accepted principles of accounting; and to provide technical assistance to an assigned manager.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level in the Accountant series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series and provide direct supervision over assigned personnel. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from a higher level manager. Provides direct supervision over assigned professional, technical and clerical personnel.
Any Qualified Individual May Apply . This is an exempt position and allocated to the Professional and Supervisory Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Senior Accountant vacancies that may occur within the District through October 26, 2027.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for the development, implementation and maintenance of accounting systems; implement policies and procedures.
• Identify and implement new accounting procedures to enhance the operational needs of the division.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff involved in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports for management, government agencies, financial institutions and Board of Directors.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing, initiating, and performing journal entries, adjusting entries, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
• Prepare audit work papers and assist the independent auditors with the annual audit, develop internal control procedures and perform internal audits.
• Prepare official statements required for debt issues and maintain debt service records.
• Provide accounting support for decision making by responding to requests for information, producing and distributing reports, and participation on various project teams.
• Direct and oversee the implementation of changes in accounting and auditing systems and procedures.
• Monitor compliance for the annual budget.
• Serve as Administrator for integrated financial and management information systems.
• Prepare, analyze and review estimated revenues, reimbursements, expenditures, fund balances or other proprietary and budgetary accounts.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public and District divisions; research requested information and make recommendations appropriate to resolving inquiries and/or complaints.
• Complete special projects, including but not limited to, design changes and implementation of accounting systems and procedures and the development and documentation of policies and procedures for the Finance Division.
• Attend and participate in professional groups and committees; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of accounting.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees, outside agencies and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Three years of progressively responsible experience similar to Accountant II with the District.

Training/Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field.

Knowledge of:

• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations.
• Principles and practices of generally municipal accounting, budgeting, and auditing.
• Principles, practices and standards of governmental cost accounting, accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Principles of budget preparation and analysis and financial planning.
• FERC uniform system of accountants and related requirements.
• State controller accounting, internal audit procedures, and internal control principles.
• Utility accounting and rate-design theory and practices.
• Complex accounting research and analysis techniques.
• Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations.
• Principles and practices of safety management.
• Principles and practices of financial and technical report preparation.
• Modern office equipment including the use of applicable computer software.
• Principles and practices of effective customer service.

Ability to:

• Independently apply accounting principles to the maintenance and reporting of financial and accounting transactions and audit of financial records.
• Organize, implement, and oversee a variety of professional accounting and financial activities.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• Perform computerized modeling and forecasting.
• Perform the most complex and difficult duties related to the monitoring, analysis, and reporting of a variety of financial activities.
• Prepare, examine and verify the full range of financial documents and reports.
• Monitor assigned accounting activities including compliance with local, State, and Federal requirements and professional standards.
• Effectively provide technical support to District divisions and staff.
• Research, compile, analyze, interpret, and prepare a variety of fiscal, statistical, and administrative reports.
• Prepare and present technical financial information in a meaningful way.
• Collect data from various applications and transform that data into meaningful information to support business decision making.
• Operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Special Requirement: Posession of a California Class C driver license.

Supplemental Information

Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application. APPLY IMMEDIATELY . Application screening will begin on or after November 13, 2026. Applications received after this date are not guaranteed consideration.

Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) oral interview; and (2) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the recruitment process. Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE, AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following:Employee Benefits - Modesto Irrigation District (mid.org)

Closing Date/Time: Continuous