Accountant/Senior Accountant

Salary : $77,958.40 - $108,992.00 Annually
Location : Suisun City, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600001
Department: Finance
Division: Drug Testing, Background
Opening Date: 01/15/2026
Closing Date: 2/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Suisun City is recruiting for one full-time vacancy that may be filled at either the Accountant or Senior Accountant level, depending on qualifications. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future regular full-time, temporary, or part-time vacancies.
Accountants perform professional accounting work related to the recording and reporting of financial transactions and budget control for assigned funds and City departments. This position reviews accounts payable, payroll, and other fiscal records, prepares financial reports and analyses, and assists departments with accounting and budget activities. Incumbents work independently with limited supervision, exercising judgment and initiative while applying established accounting principles and City policies.
Senior Accountants perform advanced professional accounting work and serve as first-line supervisors within the accounting series. This role oversees and participates in complex accounting activities, including preparation and reconciliation of financial statements, year-end closing, audits, and assigned budgets. Senior Accountants provide technical guidance to staff, support management with financial analysis and reporting, and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional who values accuracy, accountability, and customer service. They are comfortable working independently, communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders, and collaborate effectively in a team environment. Experience with governmental accounting and a strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliation, and internal controls are highly desirable.
Examples of Duties
Accountant

1. Performs professional accounting activities such as general ledger reconciliation, financial reporting and record keeping.
2. Participates in the posting, balancing and reconciliation of the general ledger and subsidiary accounts.
3. Reconciles building permits, business licenses, marina operations, and credit card activities.
4. Additional duties as required.

Senior Accountant

1. Supervises, plans, trains, and reviews the work of staff.
2. Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures.
3. Establishes schedules and methods for providing accounting services; identifies resource needs; reviews needs with appropriate management staff and allocates resources accordingly.
4. Perform additional duties as required.

Typical Qualifications
Accountant

• BA degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting or business administration.
• Two years of increasingly responsible professional accounting experience.
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is desirable.

Senior Accountant

• BA degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field.
• Four years of increasingly responsible professional accounting experience that includes governmental accounting.

Supplemental Information
BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance - The City pays for medical coverage up to current Kaiser Permanente Family rate. Employees covered by another insurance plan may be eligible for a cash payment up to $700 per month in lieu of enrolling in the City's health plans. City offers IRS Section 125 benefits plan for dependent care and healthcare reimbursement accounts. Vision and dental insurance options available at competitive rates.
• Retirement - Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) of 2% @ 55 for Classic Employees, or 2% @ 62 for new employees subject to the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013.
• Life Insurance - Fully City-paid life insurance of $200,000 for employee only.
• Longevity Pay - up to 6% depending on continuous years of service
• Paid Leave - 96 hours of sick leave, 14 paid holidays per year, and 80 hours of paid vacation per year for the first five years, increasing over time.
• Education Incentive Pay - 3% additional pay for an advanced degree.

Physical Demands and Working Environment: The conditions outlined in the class specification are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Application/Selection Procedure: Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the City's official application form but should accompany the application. All applications and resumes will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position. A limited number of the most highly qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the recruitment process, which may include one or more of the following: written examination, performance examination, assessment exercises, oral interviews, and complete background checks. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process.
Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): With prior notice to the Personnel Department regarding testing or job performance modifications, the City will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Disabled individuals requiring accommodation during the application/hiring process should notify the personnel office.
Immigration Reform & Control Act: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all potential employees will be required to provide proof of United States Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
For miscellaneous positions represented by the Suisun City Management and Professional Employees' Association, the benefit package includes:

Medical Insurance - The City pays for medical coverage up to current Kaiser Permanente Family rate. Employees covered by another insurance plan may be eligible for a cash payment up to $700 per month in lieu of enrolling in the City's health plans. City offers IRS Section 125 benefits plan for dependent care and healthcare reimbursement accounts. Vision and dental insurance options available at competitive rates.

Retirement - Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) of 2% @ 55 for Classic Employees, or 2% @ 62 for new employees subject to the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. City does not participate in Social Security, but does withhold for Medicare, in accordance with federal law.

Longevity year 1: 2% at 5 years, 2% at 10 years, 2% at 15 years (total of 6%).

Education Incentive Pay - 3% for advanced degree beyond current requirement for job.

Life Insurance - Fully City-paid life insurance of $200,000 for employee only.

Deferred Compensation Plan - City contributes match up to 4% of base pay or $118 per pay period, whichever is greater, into the Deferred Compensation Plan.

Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $1,500 per year upon successful completion of approved program.

Paid Leave - 96 hours of sick leave, 80 hours executive leave, 14 paid holidays per year (including two floating holidays), and 80 hours paid vacation per year for the first five years of service, increasing over time.

Uniform Allowance - $900 per year for Dispatch Supervisor/Manager.

Alternative Work Schedule - The standard City work schedule is 9/80 with alternate Fridays off.
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Have you taken some college courses in either bookkeeping, accounting, business administration or a related field?
02

Do you have at least two years of experience performing increasingly responsible accounting support services? If yes, please provide a detailed description of your experience.
03

Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in ________ or a related field?

• Yes
• No

Required Question