- Performs a wide variety of technical and complex accounting and budget analysis, including project and program coordination; makes recommendations on complex budgets and finance functions
- Prepares, maintains, and analyzes a variety of comprehensive financial forecasts and records; reconciles various accounts; processes purchase orders, change orders and invoices as needed
- Prepares or assists in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, spreadsheets, and memos; assists in the preparation and recurring maintenance of work plans for the Special Districts' operation
- Performs annual, mid-year, and year-end budget and audit processes as needed
- Researches, compiles, and organizes data for a variety of projects or reports
- Prepares routine journal entries
- Responds to internal and external finance-related requests for information
- Updates and maintains statistical information related to assessment districts; interprets data
- Performs other financial-related duties as assigned
- Attends various meetings as assigned
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Three years of progressively responsible accounting, finance, or related experience
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is highly desirable
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C driver license
- Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary will be considered
- Strong knowledge of, and the ability to apply, accounting principles, practices, and laws pertaining to financial programs
- Strong work ethic and the ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
- Strong customer service skills and the ability to effectively respond to finance-related questions and issues that arise in a professional and timely manner
- Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate information clearly both verbally and in writing
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask, work with constant interruptions, and meet time-sensitive deadlines
- Strong attention-to-detail and the ability to effectively input, review, and reconcile financial data and produce work that is both accurate and complete
- Strong math skills and the ability to perform complex mathematical calculations both quickly and accurately
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to research and effectively resolve discrepancies, errors, and issues that arise
- Strong computer skills and the ability to work within computerized financial systems and with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel and Word
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with City employees, vendors, and outside agencies
- Strong team player and the ability to work both independently and within a work group
- Ability to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds
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Accounting and Finance Technician - Valencia, United States - City of Santa Clarita, CA
Description
Salary: $ $41.58 Hourly
Location : Santa Clarita, CA
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Administrative Services
Division: Finance
Opening Date: 04/23/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description/Duties & Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Finance Administrator, this position assists, coordinates, and supports the City's financial programs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Education and Experience
Knowledge and Abilities
Additional Information
This position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will be on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected.
The selection process will include one or more of the following:
written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing.
Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.All offers of regular employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States, successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical, which may include a drug screen and Department of Justice fingerprinting.
Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees. All new employees are required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment. Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation will be accepted.As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.
Compensation includes enrollment in California Public Employees' Retirement System as a replacement for Social Security plus a competitive benefits package.
The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The City of Santa Clarita offers CalPERS Retirement contributions as a replacement for Social Security plus a competitive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance.
Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent? (proof will be required prior to job offer.)
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Do you have at least three years of progressively responsible accounting, finance, or related experience? If so, please describe.
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Please describe your experience with account reconciliations and the types of reconciliations you have prepared.
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Please describe your experience preparing journal entries and provide examples of the types of entries you have prepared.
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Describe your experience analyzing financial data and developing complex financial forecasts.
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Describe your proficiency using Microsoft Excel. Please illustrate which Excel functions you use on a regular basis.
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What interests you most about this position?
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