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Job Description
Description
Under general direction, supervises and performs complex accounting and auditing functions; supervises staff; compiles and presents reports of both a financial and statistical nature; performs related work as required.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position's essential duties. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Operates as a member of the department management team; prepares a wide variety of journal actions dealing with payroll, investments, fund transfer, invoices and other subjects; performs a wide variety of financial and statistical analysis, develops periodic financial and budget status reports and prepares information and recommendations for action by the department head; plans, assigns, directs and evaluates the work of assigned staff
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Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field with a concentration in Accounting, including at least 24 units of Accounting, AND ;
- Three (3) years of experience as an accountant, including one year in a supervisory capacity.
- A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field may substitute for the year of supervisory experience
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision and management; governmental accounting; accounting and auditing principles and procedures; principles, practices and methods of administrative, organizational, economic and procedural analysis; public administration principles and practices; principles and practices of public agency fiscal management; laws and regulations relating to municipal administration. Ability to: Effectively supervise the flow of work and the systematic keeping of complete and accurate records, political and organizational problems, evaluate alternatives and reach sound conclusions; collect, evaluate and interpret varied information and data, either in narrative or statistical form; interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures; plan, direct and evaluate the work of staff.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
(Tentative) February 11th, 2025: An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14+ years of service: 20 days per year.
VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
16+ years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)
HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.
INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.
Closing Date/Time: 1/30/2025 1:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Bakersfield
Show moreAt over 413, 000 residents within the City of Bakersfield and another 100,000 in the metro area,
Bakersfield is the ninth largest city in California, ranked between Oakland and Anaheim. Uniquely placed
geographically, the successful candidate will be no more than a couple of hours drive from all things California,
whether that’s Disneyland, the Pacific Ocean, Sequoia’s Big Trees and Yosemite’s waterfalls, or the thrill of skiing
at Mammoth Mountain. Right here at home, the 30-mile paved Kern River Parkway Trail winds through preserved
riparian habitat where you might see rabbits, roadrunners, and other protected wildlife. Sunny year round,
Bakersfield does get hot in the summer, but this region’s Mediterranean climate provides for an
all-seasons lifestyle. Bakersfield is the nation’s top city for family activities. For more information
on things to do in Bakersfield, please visit The Visit Bakersfield Website.
The Bakersfield City Council is composed of seven members elected from the seven wards of the City on a nonpartisan basis to serve overlapping four-year terms. The Mayor is elected at-large to serve a four-year term as presiding officer at Council meetings and as the head of the City for legislative and ceremonial purposes.
The City’s tagline is “The Sound of Something Better” and our team strives to better the community on behalf of the residents we serve each and every day. The City also strives to ensure all team members are provided with a supportive and fulfilling working environment, with emphasis placed on professional development opportunities and career advancement planning. Our team members are frequently encouraged to participate in the City’s employee incentive, wellness and leadership development programs that are offered throughout the year, as well as position-specific training and educational opportunities. Employment with the City of Bakersfield is more than a job, it is being part of something better.
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