Account Clerk I​/Community Programs- Finance

Position: ACCOUNT CLERK I/COMMUNITY PROGRAMS- FINANCE
Location: California

Exam Details

Exam Number: Y0577A-EA

Type of Recruitment: OPEN COMPETITIVE – EMERGENCY

First Day of Filing:
Friday, November 21, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. The application window may close without prior notice once enough qualified candidates are received.

No out‑of‑class experience or withholds are allowed for this examination.

About Los Angeles County Department of Health Services

The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation, providing care for over 500,000 patients through 23 health centers, four hospitals, and a network of community partner clinics.

DHS also operates Emergency Medical Services (EMS), the County’s 911 system, Housing for Health, and the Office of Diversion and Re‑entry, all of which serve vulnerable populations.

Mission

To advance the health of our patients and communities by providing extraordinary care.

Job Definition

Perform accounting clerical work within a comprehensive established framework of procedures, under general supervision.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining accounting records for a small general accounting system or accounts payable/receivable/trust accounting system (typically 2,000–5,000 active accounts).
• Sorting, coding, verifying, and filing financial documents; posting by hand, computer, or machine; and balancing to controlling accounts.
• Identifying and correcting posting and coding errors; preparing trial balances and financial reports such as sales‑tax, mileage, and collection reports.
• Reconciliation of bank accounts and assisting in reconciliation with the Auditor’s abstract.
• Preparing payrolls or requisitions as needed for bookkeeping assignments.
• Overseeing a group of bookkeeping machine operators, if required.
• Performing inventory control activities, including check‑in/check‑out of stock and equipment, posting transactions, reconciling physical inventory, and reporting discrepancies.
• Conducting regular office and field checks of departmental installations for clerical accuracy of accounting documents.

Minimum Requirements

• OPTION I:
  One year’s clerical experience in bookkeeping, assisting in the maintenance of a double‑entry accounting system and associated subsidiary records.
• OPTION II:
  One year’s clerical experience in the maintenance of financial or statistical records, plus completion of a high‑school level course in bookkeeping or elementary accounting.
• PHYSICAL CLASS II – Light:
  Administrative positions may involve occasional light lifting to 10 lb and bending, stooping, or squatting.
• Special Requirement:
  If qualifying under Option II, submit a copy of official high‑school transcripts within seven (7) calendar days of filing electronically.

Assessment Process

During the initial 90‑day work period, performance is evaluated on a weighted 100 % basis. A passing score may lead to permanent appointment as Account Clerk I.

Eligibility Information

All information provided is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process. Any falsification may result in disqualification.

Vacancy Information

Position to be filled within Community Programs (Housing for Health for Homelessness).

Available Shift

Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Application & Filing Information

Only online applications are accepted. Submit through the “Apply” button on the posting. Applications mailed, faxed, or submitted in person will not be considered.

Complete the application in full; incomplete submissions will be rejected. It is recommended to submit a new application if an interview is not received within 60 days.

Include relevant job experience with employer name, address, title, dates, hours per week, and description of duties.

Social Security Number

All employed persons must provide a Social Security Number when applying.

Computer and Internet Access

Applicants without regular access to a computer or internet may complete applications at public library computers throughout Los Angeles County.

Fair Chance Initiative

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Conviction history may be requested only after a contingent offer. The County will assess the direct relevance of any conviction to the job duties.

Anti‑Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)

The County commits to anti‑racism, diversity, and inclusion in all recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Contact Information

Teletype Phone: 800‑899‑4099

California Relay Services Phone: 800‑735‑2922

ADA Coordinator Phone: 323‑914‑7111

Department Contact Name:
Yolanda Ramos

Department Contact Phone: 213‑288‑7000

Department Contact Email: yramosounty.gov

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