Auditor-accountant I

**Summary**:
**This recruitment is for Level I only.** **_The salary range for level I is $1928.80 - $2,584.80 biweekly ($24.11 - $32.31 per hour)._**

**FLSA: Non-Exempt**

**DEFINITION**

**SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED**

Receives general supervision (Auditor-Accountant I) or direction (Auditor-Accountant II) from assigned supervisory or management staff. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

**CLASS CHARACTERISTICS**
- Auditor-Accountant I_: This is the entry-level classification in the Auditor-Accountant series. Initially under general supervision, incumbents perform a variety of professional accounting and auditing duties while learning County policies and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and complex; supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.
- Auditor-Accountant II_: This is the journey-level classification in the Auditor-Accountant series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the I-level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Auditor-Accountant in that the latter performs the more complex work assigned to the series, provides technical and functional direction to assigned staff, and serves as project manager on complex accounting, audit, and/or special projects.

Positions in the Auditor-Accountant classification series are flexibly staffed; positions at the II-level may be filled by advancement from the I-level; progression to the II-level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management approval for progression to the II-level.

**Essential Job Functions**:
**EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS**
- Typical_ functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks._
- _Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I-level) positions._
- Reviews accounting, financial, and source documents to ensure accuracy of information and compliance with rules and regulations; determines proper handling of financial transactions; reviews, investigates, and directs the correction of or corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, transactions, documents, and reports; approves transactions within designated limits.
- Researches, audits, and analyzes financial transactions and models to resolve questions and validate data; ensures fiscal accountability and fund integrity for all transactions, allocations, distributions, and documentation.
- Records and approves revenues and expenses according to schedules; reconciles and resolves differences; makes journal entries; transfers funds as authorized; ensures the accuracy of financial records.
- Prepares trial balances and financial statements and reports; coordinates and calculates periodic closings.
- Calculates property tax bills including bond debt, direct assessments, and ad valorem per parcel for all properties in the County.
- Provides technical support to outside auditors and governmental program auditors.
- Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, state and federal regulations, contracts and agreements, and County procedures.
- Prepares monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial and technical statements, such as consolidated financial reports, statements of revenues and expenditures, and fund or grant budgets.
- Assists in financial, operational, performance, and compliance audits; conducts interviews; researches and analyzes documentation, reports, processes, policies, procedures, internal controls, and various data; prepares reports and documents process, and findings; assists in making recommendations to minimize risk and i