What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Orange County Sanitation District?
At the Orange County Sanitation District our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we’d love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further.
Integrity, Inclusion, Honesty, and Respect
We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, inclusion, honesty, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community. We strive to demonstrate these values in our actions, commitments, and service.
Leadership, Teamwork, and Problem Solving
We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely to achieve our mission. We strive to reach OC San goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective, and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts.
Customer Service, Transparency, and Accountability
We are committed to acting in a timely, accurate, accessible, and transparent manner through excellent customer service. We are committed to act in the best interest of our internal and external stakeholders.
Resiliency, Innovation, and Learning
We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities. We recognize that only through personal growth and development will we progress as an agency and as individuals.
Safety
We are committed to providing a safe work environment. We will demonstrate leadership, promote individual accountability, and participate actively in the advancement of our health and safety practices.
OC San is currently looking to fill the role of an Accountant.
Under general supervision, the Accountant performs a variety of professional accounting duties to support and maintain the general accounting system of the Orange County Sanitation District. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with financial reporting, and supporting routine analyses and projects.
The selected individual will apply sound judgment and working knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures to complete assigned tasks. Work is performed with moderate independence and is reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies and standards.
The Accountant may also assist in providing accounting support to other departments, including explaining account activity, supporting financial processes, and helping interpret financial data and records.
Specific duties will include but are not limited to:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end journal entries
- Maintain, analyze, and reconcile general ledger accounts
- Monitor and correct account coding errors
- Support external and internal audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to ensure accurate financial data flow
- Update policies and procedures, including desk procedures
- Assist with financial statement preparation
- Perform other assignments, as needed.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
Qualifications:
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical thinking skills, with the ability to perform business math and basic data analysis.
- Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting practices, including budgeting, financial reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Familiarity with data processing concepts and systems as they relate to accounting and municipal operations.
- Proficiency in modern office technology and software, including Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), Adobe PDF, and financial or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, using proper grammar and professional business language.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply principles and practices of customer service; and techniques for effectively communicating with the public, vendors, contractors, and OC San staff.
Vacancies: 1
(an eligible list will be established for future vacancies)
Apply online at: www.ocsan.gov/jobs
(or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received)
Hiring Salary Range: $100,880.00 - $111,259.20/Year
(starting salary will be within this range based upon qualifications)
Physical Demands
- Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 35 pounds.
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
- Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
- Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
Environmental Elements
- Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
- Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Other Requirements
- Probationary Period: All OC San employees, except classifications considered “at-will”, are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, policies, and/or resolutions. Employees who have not yet successfully completed their initial probationary period serve “at-will” and may be released from employment without cause or recourse to any appeal or grievance procedures.
- Pre-Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of OC San’s pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation, a physical examination, and a drug screen.
- Work Location Assignment: Employees will be assigned to a work location based on business needs which may be located at any/all of OC San locations; this work location may be changed at any time.
Disaster Service Workers
All Orange County Sanitation District employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the Orange County Sanitation District requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Other information
For the full range of duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions please review the Classification Specification for this position found on our website.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate, through their application materials, that they meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the job announcement and class specification to receive further consideration. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process.
False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.
To ensure your application is accurate and complete, please review the Job Application Guide(Download PDF reader).
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of OC San’s pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation and a physical examination. For some positions, this may include a drug screen. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.
Reference Checks will be conducted by OC San to verify employment related information for all potential employees once a contingent job offer is made during the background investigation process. This is done to ensure that individuals who join OC San are well qualified and have a strong potential to be successful in their employment. The extent of the inquiry will depend on the position being applied for, but will at least include:
- Verification/Reference from current and past employers
- Confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and degrees.
Please have all necessary documentation ready. Additional inquiries may be necessary depending on the position for which you are applying. Human Resources will also schedule a post-offer physical examination once a job offer has been made.
OC San only accepts applications submitted via our online application system. Applications submitted via mail, fax or email will not be accepted.The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
Salary : $100,880 - $122,678