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Senior Accounting Specialist
2 months ago
EXAM NUMBER:
R0647I-R
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
This is an OPEN COMPETITIVE job opportunity.
REPOSTING INFORMATION
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD AND UPDATE THE
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION.
We are accepting applications starting now.
This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.
Withhold Information:
No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience and education must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing.
WHAT WILL I DO AS A SENIOR ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST?
Conducts comprehensive reviews and executes a variety of financial assignments throughout the annual accounting cycle, including the establishment and upkeep of financial records, categorization of revenue and expenditure transactions, journalizing financial activities, compiling trial balances, and preparing adjustments for closing periods.
Interprets financial and accounting provisions of various laws, regulations, and standards, and suggests steps for their implementation.
Performs cost surveys, revenue analyses, and studies of accounting systems and procedures, and generates reports of findings.Compiles, assesses, and reconciles intricate operating statements, final accounting for projects, and reimbursement claims from governmental agencies or private contractors.
Evaluates and reconciles complex operating systems for cost reporting and claims processing reimbursements from other government entities.Prepares balance sheets, revenue statements, fund balance reports, cost accounting documents, revenue and expenditure forecasts, and other specialized financial reports.
Compiles expenditure and revenue reports and prepares periodic financial statements of federal and state grants for review.Conducts routine audits of financial records for grant-operated agencies, businesses, charitable organizations, other governmental entities, or private contractors; drafts audit reports and offers recommendations.
Coordinates audits with internal and external auditors, prepares supporting documentation, and provides additional assistance.Analyzes established cost accounting systems to determine if the bases and techniques yield realistic estimates of actual costs. Recommends modifications to enhance the reliability of cost bases and procedures.
Acts as a liaison with other departments or governmental agencies regarding accounting matters.
Participates in the implementation of systems and procedures.
Supervises a small team of accounting technical and clerical staff as needed.
Serves as the department Internal Control Certification Program (ICCP) coordinator as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
We are looking for dedicated individuals who possess: 21 semester or 32 quarter units of accounting in an accredited college or university, including at least two courses in advanced accounting subjects.
AND EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS
OPTION I :
One year of entry-level accounting or auditing experience at the level of a junior accountant.
OPTION II :
Two years of technical accounting experience at the level of an accounting technician.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION:
*In order to receive credit for the required units and coursework, you MUST include a legible copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Drivers License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS:
Physical Class II – Light:
This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application BEFORE the deadline. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button at the top right of this posting.
Important:
Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made per Civil Service Rule 6.04. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the examination process which consists of multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing the following areas:
Professional Potential
Achievement
Maintains Good Working Relationships
Analyses Information
Learns Quickly
Generate New Ideas
Uses Time Efficiently
Work to High Quality Standards
Adapts to Change
Copes with Uncertainty
Willingness to Learn
Responsibility
Numerical Reasoning
Microsoft Excel 365 :
Basic Text and Cell Formatting, Visual Enhancements, Using Functions and Formulas, Printing an Excel Workbook, Applying Passwords and Encryption to an Excel Workbook, Conditional Formatting, and Charts and Data Tables
County of Los Angeles will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application.
TEST PREPARATION
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of 12 months.
VACANCY INFORMATION
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County as they occur.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States.
The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races.
