Accountant Auditor Supervising

Introduction

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Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov .

BENEFITS

Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department.

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DEFINITION

To plan, coordinate, organize, and supervise an assigned work unit(s) within a large, multi-unit division or a specialized stand-alone division of the Auditor Controller’s Office; to assign, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of professional and technical staff; to design, modify, and organize assigned work processes and operational procedures to maximize assigned work unit’s efficiencies and effectiveness; to perform the most complex professional and technical functions as necessary; and to function as a proactive and positive member of the departmental team.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification recognizes positions that provide full second-line supervision to employees within a work section and assume substantive and significant programmatic responsibility in a defined area or specialty within the Auditor-Controller’s Office.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Accountant and Senior Auditor classifications in that the latter are the advanced journey level classes in the series and serve as first-line supervisors. This class is distinguished from the Supervising Accountant in that the former oversees a specialized area(s) with countywide significance, such as governmental accounting and/or auditing processes, whereas the latter is assigned to perform department-specific functions. This class is further distinguished from the Managing Accountant Auditor classification in that the latter exercises full line and functional management responsibility over a division or a program area within the department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from a Managing Accountant-Auditor and/or higher-level management staff.

Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical, and clerical staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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

• Participate in the selection of staff; schedule, train, monitor, motivate, and supervise assigned professional, technical, and clerical staff; provide proactive and informational performance feedback to employees on an ongoing basis; conduct performance evaluations in a timely and effective manner; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and review the work of an assigned work unit(s) within a large, multi-unit division or a specialized stand-alone division of the Auditor-Controller’s Office; evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.
• Represent the assigned work unit(s) and staff to other divisions within the Office as well as other County departments, special districts, and other public and/or private organizations.
• Monitor and evaluate the processes, procedures, and workflow of assigned work unit(s) on an ongoing basis to maximize efficiencies and effectiveness; redesign and modify existing processes and procedures in a timely response to new or changing laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances, improved technologies, and/or client expectations and requests; create, establish, and implement new processes and procedures as necessary.
• Perform the most difficult and complex governmental accounting, reporting, and/or auditing tasks assigned to the designated work unit(s) utilizing specialized skill sets and in-depth knowledge of governmental accounting, the County’s fund structure, budgetary accounting, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements, etc.; analyze, review, approve, and audit the most complex financial data, transactions, and documents; resolve discrepancies as appropriate.
• Assist in the development and preparation of complex governmental accounting and auditing reports on behalf of the Auditor-Controller's Office; review departmental and special district reports, statements, and other financial documents for accuracy and reasonableness; submit to appropriate state agencies as required.
• Provide accounting guidance and training to County departments and special districts.
• Implement new accounting standards and effectively communicate changes to County departments and special districts as applicable.
• Act as primary resource and main point of contact regarding the functions and responsibilities of assigned work unit(s) and staff; provide proactive and positive customer service; respond to all inquiries, questions, and requests in a timely and customer-oriented manner; investigate complaints and recommend corrective and/or proactive action to be taken as necessary.
• Participate in the budget preparation process; prepare cost estimates for assigned work unit(s); submit justifications with documentation for budget requests related to staff, equipment, and supplies; monitor and control assigned budget on an ongoing basis.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, management, other County employees, special districts, other public and/or private organizations and agencies, and the public using principles of effective customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is typically performed in an indoor office environment with controlled temperature conditions. Position may require travel to and from other locations in a variety of outdoor weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.

Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible journey level professional experience performing duties similar to an Accountant II or Auditor II with Placer County, including one (1) year of supervisory responsibility;

OR

Two (2) years of increasingly responsible advanced journey level professional experience performing duties similar to a Senior Accountant or Senior Auditor with Placer County.

Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field.

Note: Relevant, equivalent experience (performing the same or similar job requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities) may be substituted for the required education as determined by the Human Resources Department. Applicants receiving their degree outside the United States must submit proof of accreditation by a recognized evaluation agency.

Required License or Certificate:

May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Governmental accounting and budgeting, governmental accounting and auditing standards, and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Laws, rules, and regulations related to standard and accepted human resources and payroll practices.
• Fund accounting, cost accounting, budgetary accounting, and financial reporting methods and procedures.
• Principles and practices of financial reporting preparation.
• Application and operation of computerized accounting systems and software.
• Statutory laws, rules, and regulations applicable to governmental accounting, auditing, and budgeting within designated programmatic areas of responsibility.
• Pertinent local, state, and federal rules, regulations, laws, and ordinances.
• Budget preparation, administration, and control procedures.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment and software.
• Principles and practices utilized in planning, organizing, and monitoring workflow and processes.
• Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of governmental auditing and risk assessment.
• Principles and theories of internal control over financial reporting and compliance.
• Common indicators of fraud, waste, and abuse.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; analyze, understand, identify, recall, interpret, and explain technical and numerical information, work papers, reports, and special projects; observe and problem-solve operational and technical policies and procedures; read, recall, interpret, analyze, explain, and apply related rules, laws, and regulations; work under time pressure and complete a high volume of tasks with frequent interruptions; manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and quickly switch between tasks; focus on a single task for long periods of time.
• On a continuous basis, sit at a desk or in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, bend, push, pull, and twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; speak, use telephone, write, and use a keyboard to communicate; see and hear with sufficient acuity to perform essential job functions; lift light weight.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement approved solutions in support of stated goals.
• Design and implement accounting and financial management systems.
• Analyze and evaluate accounting systems and financial programs; design improvements and controls for assigned operations; assess overall effectiveness of programmatic responsibilities.
• Interpret and apply legal, regulatory, and administrative controls to accounting functions and financial management systems.
• Develop and monitor an assigned program budget in an effective manner.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Work with various cultural and ethnic groups and individuals in a tactful and effective manner.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Perform the most complex governmental accounting work of the assigned work unit(s) in an effective and timely manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Training & Experience Rating (100%)

Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

Length of Probation:
All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more.

Bargaining Unit:

Management

FLSA Status:

Exempt

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn.

SUBSTITUTE LISTS

The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation.

Conclusion

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Kristen Cannon, Administrative Technician, at kcannon@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4661.

Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

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