Accounting Technician - Limited Term

The Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector department is excited to announce an opportunity for the position of Accounting Technician, a key role for those looking to grow professionally while serving their community with excellence.

This position will be a full-time, Limited Term appointment. Employees in Limited Term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent full-time employees, therefore will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. The current projected end date is April 2027, however, this date may be modified or extended.

Under direction, independently performs complex and responsible paraprofessional accounting work; is assigned the overall technical responsibility for the financial operation of a major accounting system or entity; and does other related work as required.

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This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.

• Prepare accurate financial summaries and reports.
• Perform complex accounting paraprofessional work with minimal supervision.
• Make mathematical calculations accurately and quickly.
• Skillfully operate adding machines and calculators.
• Learn to operate automated office equipment including word processors, personal computers, data processing equipment, facsimile, electronic copiers, printers and other modern office accounting equipment.
• Learn statutes and regulations governing assigned duties.
• Supervise and train subordinate personnel.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Education and Experience:

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

• Four years of experience as an Account Clerk or equivalent position.
• Two years of experience as a Senior Account Clerk or an equivalent position.
• An A.S. degree from an accredited college which includes 6 semester units of Accounting.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at  
Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at  Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

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