Supervising Accountant​/Auditor

Overview

The County of El Dorado is seeking a Supervising Accountant Auditor to lead a team of accounting and fiscal staff, overseeing the accounting and reporting functions of the Health and Human Services Agency. The role involves professional internal auditing and accounting work related to payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and the general ledger, consistent with County records and procedures.

• Review and analyze departmental and County accounting procedures for conformance with laws, regulations and accepted accounting practices; recommend improvements.
• Prepare and direct the preparation of audits, financial statements and varied fiscal reports.
• Review accounting documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and make correcting entries.
• Examine supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with agreements, contracts, and state and federal regulations.
• Prepare and maintain control and subsidiary accounting records involving a variety of transactions and accounts.
• Supervise internal auditing and related support staff, plan, schedule and assign work.
• Participate in the hiring of assigned staff; train staff in County and departmental policies and procedures.
• Evaluate employee performance, counsel employees and recommend initial discipline and other personnel decisions.

• Equivalently a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics or a closely related field.
• Either two years of internal auditing experience at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Accountant/Auditor OR three years of journey-level accounting experience at a level equivalent to the class of Accountant II.
• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Strong leadership, attention to detail, and sound knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
• Experience in fund accounting, cost allocation, monitoring budgets, and working in a fast‑paced environment with multiple deadlines.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts – FSA & HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (LTD)
• CalPERS Retirement and Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click ‘Accept.’ For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources lick.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. The County participates in the E‑Verify program to confirm employment eligibility.