Senior Accountant- Auditor (20552083)

YUBA COUNTY, CA
Marysville, California 95901 United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 10, 2024
  • Salary: $6,251.00-$6,877.00 Monthly USD
  • Full Time
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Job Description

    Description

    The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for a Senior Accountant-Auditor in the Auditor-Controller Department. Under general direction organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of assigned personnel engaged in the performance of professional accounting and auditing duties; performs duties requiring specialized knowledge; provides administrative support to assigned supervisor; oversees the preparation of the County tax rolls; apportions property tax revenues and produces revenue projects; prepares and maintains a variety of complex accounting records and performs other duties as assigned. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility. This is the advanced journey professional level in the accounting series.

    Example of Duties:
    • Oversees the preparation of and prepares County final tax rolls for submission to the Treasurer/Tax Collector; maintains property tax records and files and ensures that rolls are correct and distributions appropriate.
    • Apportions property tax revenues and produces revenue projects for budget purposes; prepares budget transfers and implements such transfers after approval by the Board of Supervisors.
    • Reviews accounting and financial documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and makes correcting entries; examines supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with contracts and other agreements, policies and appropriate regulations.
    • Prepares and maintains control and subsidiary accounting records; prepares trial balances and financial reports using computerized and manual systems.
    • Compiles and prepares journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts and bank statements; makes correcting entries as required; compiles and prepares financial reports and supporting schedules and documentation. ​​​​


    Job Announcement URL:

    http://yuba.org/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Organizational%20Service...

    Job PDF:

    SNR Acct Auditor Oct 2024.pdf

    Ideal Candidate

    This position will oversee and administer the property tax function in the Auditor-Controller’s office. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, highly skilled professional with a strong foundation in governmental accounting, property tax apportionment, and budget management. They excel in preparing complex financial reports, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy. They have experience overseeing County tax rolls, revenue projections, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. They provide solid administrative support to leadership and ensure compliance with fiscal policies and procedures.

    Required Qualifications:

    Minimum: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field; and three years of experience at a level equivalent to the County’s classification of Accountant-Auditor II.

    Candidates with strong experience who lack the degree are encouraged to apply.

    Preferred: In addition to the minimum, experience in a public agency setting.

    Working Conditions:

    Generally in a normal office environment.

    Required Qualifications: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver’s license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment; Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting and/or credit check prior to hire; will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

    Benefits

    SALARY RANGE: $6,251 - $6,877 / Month (DOE)

    MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please click on this link.

    RETIREMENT MISCELLANEOUS:

    Classic: 2% @ 55

    New: 2% @ 62

    For more information about CalPERS Pension, please visit CalPERS Retirement.

    SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program

    MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.

    STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: SDIprovides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness or injury. Paid Family Leave (PFL) automatically covers persons covered by SDI.

    MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit Health Insurance and see General Resources.

    DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.

    *Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.

    LIFE INSURANCE: County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage. Employees may purchase additional coverage for themselves and dependents.

    EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 visits per incident per eligible family member.

    DEFERRED COMPENSATION: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available.

    UNION AFFILIATION: Yuba County Employee Association (YCEA). To learn more visit Labor Relations.

    F or Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Yuba County Employees Association Bargaining Unit, please reference this Yuba County Employee's Association (YCEA) Benefits Summary .

    Special Instructions

    Final Filing Deadline: Thursday, October 30, 2024 at 5:00PM

    APPLICATION SCREENING:

    An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by the final filing deadline. Applications must include copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.

    TO APPLY:

    ONLINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted online through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application.

    OR

    HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.

    All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily so as not miss any important communication from the County. Communications are sent from two mail servers: Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us.

    Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.

    (Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )

    Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:
    • Completed Yuba County Employment Application (Online or Hard Copy)
    • Any Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
    • Copies of Related Certifications


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

    RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:

    The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:
    • Interview Screening
    • One-Way Video Interviews
    • Exams
    • In-Box Exercise
    • Qualifications Appraisal Panels
    • Department Interviews

    (Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 - 12 weeks for successful candidates).

    INTERVIEW SCREENING:

    Interview screening is an extension of the application process. Used as a secondary method of screening large applicant pools.

    ONE-WAY VIDEO INTERVIEW:

    One-way interviews may be used as an extension of the application process, as a secondary method of screening large applicant pools or as an oral examination. A panel may be comprised of one individual, typically the hiring authority, or a small group of subject matter experts. Oral examinations can be used to assist in the establishment of an employment list or as part of the hiring decision. The goal of a one-way interview is to simulate an actual in-person interview environment. If one-way video interviewing is utilized in the recruitment process, applicants are provided detailed information including instructions, interview practice options and 24-hour direct support from the County's vendor, Spark Hire.

    EXAM:

    Applicants who have successfully met the minimum qualifications and completed any screening processes may be required to successfully complete the Cooperative Personnel Services (CPS) Exam with a passing score to continue to the next phase of the recruitment process. The CPS Exam may potentially be administered online using County computers.

    IN-BOX WRITTEN EXERCISE:

    Qualified applicants may be required to participate in a proctored in-box exercise, which will take place on County computers. This exercise will be scored and weighted using pre-established criteria. This exercise will be used in establishing the rank order of the employment list.

    QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL PANEL:

    This is an oral examination process. Applicants who successfully completed the screening processes and meet the minimum qualifications for the position may be invited to participate in a qualifications appraisal panel. The process consists of three or four panel members along with a subject matter expert who will ask individuals questions related to the essential functions and/or attributes required for the position.

    TESTING ACCOMMODATION:

    If special accommodation is required at any stage of the selection process, complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation in Employment Examination Process Form and provide the required documentation by the final filing deadline. The form can be obtained at Reasonable Accommodation Form or by contacting Human Resources at 530-749-7860.

    VETERAN’S CREDIT:

    All applicants who have successfully completed the application/selection procedures and examination process may be eligible for veteran’s credit. Applicants must have served on active duty for a period of not less than 90 days in the armed forces in time of war or national emergency, or in time of peace in a campaign or expedition for service in which a medal has been authorized by the government of the United States and who has been discharged or released under honorable conditions, and widows of such persons shall be allowed credit. Military Records Form DD214 must be submitted for further review and determination of appropriate credits.

    WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:

    When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.

    EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:

    An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.

    DEPARTMENT INTERVIEW:

    The hiring department will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.

    Recruitment Contact

    Contact phone:

    (530)749-7867

    Contact email:

    cissenmann@co.yuba.ca.us

    Closing Date/Time: 10/30/2024 at 5pm
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • County of Yuba
    • County of Yuba

    Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

     The Organization:

    The County of Yuba has 900 allocated positions and a total FY 19/20 budget of $203 million. It has a proud tradition of being a stable local government bolstered by five members of the Board of Supervisors who are elected for four year terms on an alternating basis. Each Supervisor represents an election district. Members of the Board of Supervisors serve as the legislative and executive body for Yuba County and provide policy direction for all branches of County government.

    Statement of Commitment:

    We are dedicated to providing responsive, innovative and sustainable services that enhance the quality of life and uphold the public trust and interest.

     

     

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