Senior Account Clerk

Overview

Salary: $3,935 – $4,716 / month

Filing Deadline: 1/6/26

Come and join the City of Fresno in building a better Fresno! The City seeks a detail‑oriented Senior Account Clerk to manage complex financial tasks, lead clerical staff, and maintain accurate municipal records.

• Maintain complex financial and statistical records, including journals, ledgers, and reports.
• Prepare and process payroll documents and manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash payments.
• Process purchase orders and payments, track departmental expenditures, and assign costs.
• Assist with budget development and projections.
• Prepare daily cash reports and bank deposits.
• Provide lead direction to clerical staff.
• Perform related duties as required.

Applicants must have two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in maintaining financial and statistical records.

Work experience section must detail duties, dates, and weekly hours for each position held, specifying experience in financial and statistical record keeping.

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required; proof must be provided.

• Health insurance:
  City contributes to monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental, and vision for employee and dependents.
• Flexible spending account (IRS 125 Plan) for health and dependent care expenses.
• Deferred compensation:
  Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments.
• Vacation leave: 8 – 14.66 hours per month based on years of service.
• Sick leave: 8 hours per month after 90 days; supplemental sick leave 40 hours per fiscal year, 80 hours lifetime.
• Holidays: 10 city‑observed annual holidays plus birthday and two personal days.
• Short‑term disability through California SDI program.
• Bilingual premium: $100 per month.
• Health reimbursement arrangement for retirees.
• Retirement:
  City of Fresno Retirement System with 5‑year vesting and 10‑year Deferred Retirement Option.

Written examination (multiple choice) will assess knowledge in record keeping, clerical practices, arithmetic, interpersonal skills, office equipment and software, and related items. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

Testing is scheduled for the week of January 26th, 2026.

Applicants must complete an online application sno.gov/jobs. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

Submit attachments via the “Cover Letters & Attachments” section on the Careers Home page. Attach policies, certifications, and any required documentation (e.g., DD‑214 for veteran preference).

All correspondence regarding the recruitment and exam process will be sent via e‑mail. Applicants must verify their e‑mail address and check spam or junk folders to receive notifications.

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621‑6950 for accommodations due to a qualifying disability.