Accountant - Auditor I

County of Contra Costa•Martinez, CA

About The Position

The Office of the Auditor-Controller has an excellent career opportunity for those who seek to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and energetic work environment. The Accountant-Auditor role is unique to the Office of the Auditor-Controller and has a broad scope, encompassing county-wide financial activities. The primary mission of the Office of the Auditor-Controller is to ensure the fiscal integrity of the County's financial records and provide excellent service, assistance, and information to the public, Board of Supervisors, County Administrator's Office, County Departments and Employees, Special Districts, and some regional non-county agencies. We remain steadfast in our commitment to provide exceptional professional service to all our customers while treating them with fairness, integrity, respect, and trust. This is an exciting time to become a part of Contra Costa County as we are currently accepting applications to fill three (3) Accountant-Auditor I vacancies within the General Accounting and Payroll division of the Auditor-Controller’s office. The established list may also be used to fill vacancies in other divisions within the Auditor-Controller’s office.

Requirements

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, finance, accounting or a closely related field. Course work must have included at least 12 semester or 18 quarter units from among the following accounting courses: Principles of Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Advanced Accounting, Governmental Accounting, Fund Accounting, Cost Accounting, or Auditing; or Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification, Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) certification, or the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification.
Four (4) years of full time (or its equivalent) experience as an Accounting or Payroll Technician for Contra Costa County and at least 12 semester or 18 quarter units from the above listed accounting/auditing courses, which must be transferrable to an accredited college or university system for credit, may be substituted for the required education.
Analyzing and Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative and qualitative data.
Mathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems
Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
Establishing Credibility: Doing what he/she commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others
Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet departmental deadlines
Has strong communication skills , both written and verbal, which are essential for effective collaboration and ensuring clarity and understanding among team members
Can work independently while still functioning well in a team-oriented environment
Has a high level of integrity and honesty, which are paramount for successful execution of job responsibilities
Displays diligence and a strong work ethic as key traits which will contribute to effective performance in this role
Has a desire for professional growth and development , coupled with a motivated attitude, to ensure that the candidate continues to excel in this position

Responsibilities

Reconciles W-2 earnings and deductions
Calculates, reconciles, reports, and remits payroll deductions, withholding, and FICA taxes
Reconciles payroll general ledger accounts
Prepares, reviews, and approves payroll journals
Helps in W-2 and W-2C preparation
Assists in Federal and State payroll reporting
Documents work processes for assigned tasks
Prepares, reviews, and approves County department journals
Assists in preparing County Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Reconciles general ledger
Participates in fiscal Year-End tasks and processes
Assists in preparing County Financial Transaction Report
Reviews, reconciles, analyzes, and maintains a variety of Trust Funds
Assists in processing School Districts, Special Districts, and Reclamation Districts' financial transactions in the County finance system