Accounting Technician

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Salary

$2,019.20 - $2,733.68 Biweekly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Classified - Full-Time, Permanent

Job Number

C50NN-24

Department

Multiple Departments - (CL)

Opening Date

05/10/2024

Closing Date

5/24/2024 4:30 PM Pacific

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DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Friday, May 10, 2024 through 4:30 pm,

Friday, May 24, 2024.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, performs technical accounting support functions in the preparation, maintenance, and processing of accounting records and financial transactions; inputs, reviews, and approves financial transactions and data in accordance with Generally Accecpted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and City policy for accuracy; identifies, researches and resolves discrepancies; balances accounts and makes adjusting and closing entries; prepares and analyzes schedules, statements and reports, in various formats including spreadsheets; performs computations utilizing specialized and complex financial data; reconciles accounts and financial information; establishes and maintains systems to assure accountability and financial control; processes accounting and financial transactions; provides technical information and instruction regarding applicable procedures and methods to City departments and staff; participates in the training of various departments in the use of computer accounting programs; may supervise the work of assigned staff and provide training; performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Education equivalent to an Associate of Arts degree in Accounting or closely related field (completion of 60-semester units or 90-quarter units) including specific courses in Intermediate Accounting (proof required)*

AND

One year of full-time equivalent, paid experience performing complex clerical accounting duties*.

Complex clerical accounting duties may include bank reconciliations, review, and reconciliation of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, creation, review, and maintenance of vendor records, creation and posting of journal entries, and inventory reconciliations.

Opportunities for Substitution of Education or Experience

Additional experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

• Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Ability to create, modify, and maintain spreadsheets;

• Ability to work within a computerized financial system;

• Ability to operate computers including the use of Internet, databases, and word processing software;

• Ability to operate a 10 key by touch;

• Ability to comprehend and interpret complex written information;

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application Packet........................................................................................Qualifying

Occupational Written Test............................................................................100%

(Battery-operated calculator permitted.)

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. C50NN-24 AT:DR CSC 05/08/2024