Accountant

Job Summary

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF VERNON

ACCOUNTANT

MONTHLY SALARY: $6,503 - $7,904

PLUS A COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE

FINAL FILING DEADLINE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMEBR 08, 2024, 11:59 PM OR WHEN WE RECEIVE THE FIRST 100 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL ONE FULL-TIME VACANCY IN THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT AND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.

Summary: Under basic supervision, performs basic accounting work in maintaining the general ledger accounts for the Finance Department, including recording, accounting, reconciling, and reporting of financial and technical transactions for City funds and assets.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job flyer does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Processes accounting documents and technical transactions in compliance with all applicable rules, regulations and procedures; duties may vary according to work assignment.
• Records financial activities; posts journal entries, payroll expenditures, and receipts; reviews accounting files and records, and researches and resolves discrepancies.
• Reviews, approves, and posts documents and computer accounting entries; performs technical accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, revenue tracking, reconciliations, special fund accounting, capital assets, and financial reporting; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with City policies and quality standards; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Reviews, reconciles, and processes bank statements, cash balances, and employee special accounts.
• Maintains financial records and associated filing systems; enters data into computer systems; verifies coding, processes transactions, updates accounts, compiles documentation, and generates reports; reviews and validates data; maintains additional accounting and technical transaction databases as needed.
• Compiles, summarizes, and analyzes financial data, and prepares and files special financial reports.
• Reviews and approves payroll data; assists with payroll processing functions
• Reviews source documents for compliance to rules and regulations; determines proper handling of financial and technical transactions within designated limits.
• Processes requests for information, and attempts to resolve them by researching files and records; explains rules, policies, and procedures; explains the proper use and completion of forms and documents; refers matters requiring policy interpretation to supervisor for resolution; coordinates solution of customer service issues with other department staff, and effectively communicates customer service issues.
• Performs technical research activities and special projects.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or related field; AND two years of accounting and computer experience.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for public sector financial administration.
• Applicable state and federal statutes, rules, codes, and regulations governing public sector accounting functions.
• Customer service standards and protocols.
• Business computers and standard MS Office software applications.

Skill in:

• Understanding and applying City accounting standards, policies and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate and inter-related accounting records, and identifying and reconciling errors.
• Reviewing, correcting, and updating financial information and mathematical calculations.
• Performing mathematical calculations with skill and accuracy, and maintaining electronic records and files.
• Meeting critical time deadlines.
• Explaining accounting rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A valid California State Driver’s License is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a standard office environment.

SELECTION PROCESS: Completed application packets will be reviewed and only the first 100 qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process, which may include a written exam and a virtual panel interview scheduled. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information or include required attachments may lead to elimination from consideration. Selected candidate(s) subject to drug testing. Applications must be submitted online. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernon.org. It is the applicant’s responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information.

“The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer”

CITY OF VERNON HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

Lisette Grizzelle, Human Resources Program Manager
lgrizzelle@cityofvernonca.gov
(323) 583-8811, ext. 166

The City of Vernon offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental vision, life, and long term disability insurance.

Retirement Benefit : Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS):

Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are new CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% at 62 benefit formula. New members will be required to pay 7% as their member contribution.

An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% at 55 benefit formula. Classic employees urrently pay an 8% employee contribution and a 3% share of the employer contribution.

Cafeteria Benefits Plan : The City offers a monthly allowance towards the purchase of a HMO, PPO or HSA medical plan for the employee and their family members. Any remaining amount can be used towards the purchase of a HMO or PPO Dental plan and Vision coverage for dependents. Vision coverage is included at no cost to the employee. Supplemental Insurance plans are available.

Holiday pay : The City has 13 authorized holidays per calendar year.

Bilingual pay : Employees in eligible positions who successfully demonstrate Spanish speaking skills would be eligible to receive an additional $275.00 a month.

Vacation:
Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual
1st year thru 4th year 80hrs; 3.08 accrual rate
5th year thru 9th year 100hrs; 3.85 accrual rate
10th year thru 14th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate
15th year thru 24th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate
25th year and more 190hrs; 7.31 accrual rate
City offers vacation cash out.

Sick Leave : All full-time employees shall accrue up to 80 hours of sick leave per calendar year, at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period.

Tuition Reimbursement : $2,200.00 is available to those who satisfactorily complete job related college courses.

Hybrid Work Program: The City offers a hybrid work schedule for elgible positions. The City allows a combination/flexible work schedule upto 50% remote work.

Other Benefits : Most employees work a 4/10 schedule. In addition, the City offers paid parental leave, bereavement leave and jury duty.

Miscellaneous Benefits : The City provides an interest-free loan program for the purchase of a computer, corrective eye surgery and a hearing aide device.

The City of Vernon encourages you to log onto our website for the benefit details www.cityofvernon.org

Closing Date/Time: 9/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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