What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Technician position at City of Chino?
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Join the City of Chino and Shape the Future
Are you a proactive problem-solver ready to make a real impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced, creative environments where your ideas matter?
If so, join our team as a full-time Accounting Technician!
The City of Chino offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package. For more information, please click on the image below:
Who We Are
The City of Chino is a vibrant place to live, work, and play, that is recognized for its integrity and dedication to public service. Together we take pride in providing quality, caring service to our community. The City of Chino pursues excellence in all facets of our operations and services, guided by the following Organizational Values:
- Commitment to Our Community
- Integrity & Accountability
- Fiscal Responsibility
- Partnerships & Teamwork
- Innovation
- Communication & Engagement
What You’ll Do
As our new Accounting Technician, you will:
- Perform routine accounting support tasks in accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipting, and general ledger maintenance.
- Post, balance, reconcile, and maintain financial records; prepare journal entries and resolve discrepancies.
- Review invoices, purchase orders, reimbursement requests, and payment documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Monitor account balances, verify fund availability, and classify expenditures appropriately.
- Collect, process, and reconcile payments; monitor and ensure proper cash handling and deposit procedures.
- Track and monitor related budgets, including general fund and grant-funded accounts; process budget adjustments.
- Assist with annual audit preparation and provide required documentation.
What We’re Looking For
Someone who:
- Is knowledgeable in accounting methods for validating transactions, resolving discrepancies, and reconciling accounts.
- Has experience in report preparation, data research, and financial/statistical calculations.
- Has ability to input, research, and reconcile financial data using computer systems and databases.
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by college level coursework in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a related field.
- Experience: Three (3) years of experience in processing financial transactions or performing related work.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
- Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standing office equipment, including a computer.
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
- Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
- The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 25 pounds.
Ready to Apply?
All applicants are required to apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chinoca. The closing date is 11:59 PM Pacific Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Let’s build something amazing together.
Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. Resumes and cover letters may be attached to the completed application form as supplemental information, but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Senior Human Resources/Risk Management Analyst, Veronica Zamora, at vzamora@cityofchino.org.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The City of Chino is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Department at (909) 334-3274. Requests should be made three (3) business days in advance.
Prospective employees selected for employment must successfully complete a medical examination and a background check, including professional reference checks. The background check, paid for by the City, also includes Live Scan fingerprinting through the Department of Justice.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Salary : $5,682 - $6,886