Accountant II

Description

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community.

Under direction, performs journey-level professional accounting and fiscal work in the field of governmental accounting.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is 8:00 AM on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early. Applicants who submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline.

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

Sets up and maintains special ledgers and other accounting records. Audits and analyzes weekly and monthly revenues and expenditures of City programs and activities and consolidates into periodic budget status reports. Prepares journal entries to reflect intent of various actions on the books. Reviews Requests for Payments to ensure proper preparation and coding. Assists in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and maintenance of budgetary controls. Prepares reports and billings for submission to local, state, and federal government agencies. Prepares special reports on cost surveys, revenue analyses, accounting systems, and techniques. Assists the Information Technology Department during the testing of financial software upgrades. May supervise the work of subordinate professional and clerical accounting employees. Performs other functions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience and graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in accounting (or in business administration or economics if it includes or is supplemented by 12 semester units of accounting).
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: accounting theory, principles, and practices; cost accounting; governmental accounting, purchasing, and revenue sources; applicable laws, regulations, procedures, and processes governing the receipt and expenditure of municipal revenue sources and grant funds; computerized financial systems, such as Lawson Infor Financial Accounting System; software programs, such as Microsoft Excel, Word, or Access.
Ability to: apply professional accounting principles, maintain a complex set of fiscal and accounting records; prepare complete and accurate reports; write regular and special reports; demonstrate strong personal computer skills; perform detail work involving written or numeric data; make accurate arithmetic calculations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with external auditors, City employees, and the general public; instruct and supervise subordinate and clerical employees.
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS Must be willing and able to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays, as needed.

Selection Process

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide.

Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include:

Oral Interview Examination (Tentatively scheduled for March 7, 2024) : (Weight of 100%) will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list.

The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.

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Summary of Benefits

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NOTE: A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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