Accounting Technician

Position Information Under limited supervision, the Accounting Technician performs the more difficult and technical sub-professional accounting work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records; prepares and assists in the preparation of financial statements, documents, analysis, and reports; maintains accounting records, reports, and manual or computer based accounting systems; and performs related work as required.

The Accounting Technician is a single level specialized class with responsibility for maintaining a variety of complex departmental fiscal records, computer based accounting systems, or broad accounting functions. The Accounting Technician differs from the Account Clerk III in that the former requires sustained use of a high degree of independent judgment and interpretive ability. The Accounting Technician differs from the higher class of Accountant I in that the latter is the entry level into the professional accountant series, performing professional accounting work.

Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Maintains journals and general ledgers of financial transactions and prepares analytical reports on revenues and expenditures.Independently performs complex and technical audits based on analysis and interpretation of financial information.
- Prepares calculations for billing for services provided by the county.
- Appropriately distributes funds in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Maintains ancillary, general, statistical, and cost records.Examines and reviews account records, adjusting balances and reconciling accounts.
- Prepares and processes materials that require the analysis of source material and a thorough familiarity with policies, procedures, terminology, and various applicable laws in order to obtain the necessary data.
- Compiles a variety of narrative and statistical reports, locates sources of information, devises forms to secure data, and determines proper format for finished reports.
- Answers questions that involve searching for and abstracting technical data and detailed explanations of laws, policies, or procedures, referring only matters requiring policy decisions to the supervisor.
- May operate automated systems and trouble-shoot problems related to the production of fiscal and statistical reports and related documents.
- May be responsible for a billing and statistical record keeping operation.
- Performs related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
- Basic budget preparation procedures.
- Grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and composition.
- Methods, practices, and automated systems used in the development, maintenance, and control of fiscal and accounting work.
- Basic governmental accounting principles and procedures.
- Purposes and methods of financial record keeping.
- Computer terminology and computer keyboard arrangement.

Ability to:
- Demonstrate mathematical aptitude.
- Enter data accurately into automated system.
- Prepare financial reports and maintain ledgers and journals.
- Independently perform varied and responsible technical accounting assignments.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Follow written and oral directions and instructions.
- Analyze data and draw logical conclusions.
- Common spreadsheet and database software packages.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications One (1) year as an Account Clerk III in an Interagency Merit System (IMS) County;
OR
Two (2) years as an Account Clerk II in an Interagency Merit System (IMS) County;
OR
Three (3) years of full time experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial, accounting or statistical records; 12 semester units or 18 quarter units in accounting, business math, bookkeeping or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the experience in this pattern;
OR
An Associates of Arts degree in Accounting and six months of full time experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial, accounting or statistical records.

While the above requirements outline the minimum qualifications, applicants may be further evaluated for qualifications beyond those listed. Those applicants that are determined to be most highly qualified will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Supplemental Information
- Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related dutiesmustpossess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven.
- The Department of Social Services will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
- Monterey County, like all employers, is required to verify an employee's right to work in the United States. Accordingly, on the first day of employment, employeesmusthave and show those documents that verify your legal right to work in the United States. Examples of accepted documentation are a U.S. Passport, or Alien Registration Card; or driver's license and Social Security Card; or driver's license and U.S. Birth Certificate.
- Additionally, our agency requires a valid social security card in order to process employee paychecks. Accordingly, on the first day of employment, employeesmusthave and show this document.
- Government agencies accessing US government information, which include federal tax information must ensure that background investigation requirements for all agency employees and contractors that have access to federal tax information are consistent to the IRS background investigation requirements for access to federal tax information. A background check may be required if the position requires access to these types of records.Background requirements consist of three components which include, fingerprinting, citizenship verification and local law enforcement checks. Applicable agencies must conduct investigation during time of hire and ensure a reinvestigation is conducted 10 years from the date of the previous background investigation for each employee that has access to federal tax information.

For additional information on benefits, visit
https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/home/showdocument?id=78044

VETERANS PREFERENCE
If you would like to request Veteran's preference points as part of the application packet, please attach a copy of your DD-214 form to your application.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION
If supplemental questions are included as a part of this job bulletin, applicants may be rated based upon their responses to the supplemental questions. If rated, only those that are determined to be highly qualified will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS
Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants for disability, military, or religious reasons. If you require such arrangements, please contact CalHR at ********** or 916-323-2785 upon notification that your application has been approved. Documentation from medical, military, school, or church officials outlining the accommodation request must be received by our office a minimum of five business days prior to a scheduled examination.

ABOUT MONTEREY COUNTY
Located on California's picturesque Pacific Coast, the County of Monterey is blessed with mild weather year-round and is home to miles of beautiful beaches, spectacular mountain ranges, groves of redwoods, low-rolling foothills, and a bountiful valley. With a population exceeding 400,000, the County is proud of its vibrant citizenry, great traditions, educational opportunities, and multicultural lifestyles. Boasting such world-renowned attractions as the spectacular Big Sur Coast, 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Steinbeck Center, the Monterey Jazz and Blues Festivals and Pebble Beach - possibly the world's most famous golf course, it's easy to see why an estimated 4.3 million visitors a year make Monterey County their destination of choice.

In addition to a thriving tourist trade, Monterey County's economy is largely based on a vigorous agricultural industry. Known as the 'salad bowl of the nation' the Salinas Valley provides fresh vegetables and salad greens to the entire country. California's 16th largest county also provides many educational opportunities for its residents including California State University at Monterey Bay, the Middlebury Institute of International Studies, the Defense Language Institute (DLI), Presidio of Monterey, and the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS). All these factors combine to make Monterey County a healthy, economically diverse region eager to foster and sustain an enriching lifestyle for its residents.
ABOUT MONTEREY COUNTY SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Monterey County Department of Social Services is seeking enthusiastic applicants, who genuinely care about the community and its members, to join its team. Careers with the Department of Social Services offer the opportunity to promote the social and economic self-reliance of individuals and families served by providing essential resources and services to low-income families, veterans, vulnerable children and adults, and disabled individuals. Monterey County Department of Social Services welcomes, values and encourages diverse voices, opinions, perspectives and backgrounds to foster an environment where all viewpoints are appreciated. The Department currently has a team of approximately 874 dedicated members serving Monterey County residents.

Monterey County is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the Department of Social Services, go to:http://mcdss.co.monterey.ca.us/