Accountant Assistant

4 days ago

San Jose, California, United States County of Santa Clara CA Full time
Job Title: Accountant Assistant

Join the County of Santa Clara CA team as an Accountant Assistant and contribute to the success of our organization.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accounting, statistical, and financial reports, as well as processing and recording financial transactions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare periodic reports and reimbursement claims in accordance with contractual requirements.
  • Review and reconstruct detailed financial data into categories and formats requested by management.
  • Maintain detailed records for report preparation.
  • Determine appropriate accounts for assigning expenditures, revenue, and general ledger transactions.
  • Research, compile, and produce accounting reports and summaries at the request of accountants.
  • Instruct non-accounting staff in methods of correcting financial reporting errors.
  • Review and analyze cleared or returned warrants and other imbalance items in county-wide or departmental systems.
  • Consult with bank personnel on accounting imbalances and reconciliations.
  • Prepare journal vouchers and other accounting system input transaction documents.
  • Assist others in reconciliation of financial reports.
  • Perform daily checks on financial system(s), verifying overall accuracy by comparing source records to data in the computer system reports, locating report errors, and correcting input for data processing.
  • Confer directly with accountants regarding accounting and related fiscal policies and procedures.
  • Notify accountants of imbalances that may be the result of accounting system errors.
  • Maintain logs of computer entries and locate returned documents; verify computer corrections and route reports to appropriate departments.
  • Upload and input various types of transaction documents into the accounting system.
  • May explain to other clerks and departmental representatives financial or accounting system procedures and proper procedures to prepare computer input.
  • Review transaction documents before entry into the accounting system.
  • May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required.
  • Perform related work as required.
Requirements:
  • Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities.
  • Training and Experience Note: The knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this function are acquired through possession of sixty (60) semester units or (90) quarter units of college, of which twelve (12) semester units or fifteen (15) quarter units must be in accounting and/or auditing.
  • Two (2) years of experience compiling and maintaining a wide variety of complex fiscal or statistical data and controls, at least one (1) year of which should have been at a level equivalent to the County of Santa Clara Account Clerk II classification.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) may substitute for one (1) year of the experience requirement.
  • Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration (with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance, or Economics), Finance, Economics, or closely related field.
Benefits:
  • The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays.
  • The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually.
  • Retirement Benefits: The County offers robust retirement plans, including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees.
  • Health Flexible Spending Account: The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year).
  • Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP): The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses.
  • Life and AD&D: The County offers life and disability benefits, including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
  • Employee Wellness: The offers free wellness programming, fitness classes, and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
  • Education Reimbursement: A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
How to Apply:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application through our website. We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming you to our team

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