Accountant I/II

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Location
Administrative Services (Finance Division) - 3970 Rocklin Road, 2nd Floor City Hall Rocklin, 95677
Description
Salary Information:
Accountant I: $61,558 - $84,858
Accountant II: $69,648 - $96,011
Salary will increase by 2% effective July 2022.
Positions in the Accountant class series are flexibly staffed. Incumbents may advance to the higher level class after gaining the knowledge, abilities, experience and any required licenses and certifications which meet the qualifications for and demonstrate the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class. Additionally, candidates may be hired at the II-level if they meet the minimum qualifications.
THE POSITION
Under direct or general supervision, performs responsible professional accounting, administrative and technical support relative to the planning, organization and coordination of assigned activities in the Finance Division; provides responsible technical assistance to the Department; and performs related work as required
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Provides responsible professional and technical assistance in the administration and implementation of the City's financial, auditing, and accounting programs.
Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts; prepares monthly financial statements, including distributing monthly revenue and expenditure reports to departments; prepares numerous monthly financial reports.
Analyzes and reconciles expenditure and revenue accounts, including trustee accounts and investment reports.
Participates in operating an automated office and computerized financial and information system; identifies, develops and implements new automated applications as needed to facilitate effectiveness and efficiency.
Participates in and assumes responsibility for various departmental programs including financial statements, general ledger, monthly statements, payroll, and special districts accounting; conducts and prepares special studies and reports.
Reconciles postings from payroll, accounts payable, cash receipts, and accounts receivable to the general ledger.
Prepares a variety of financial and statistical reports including year-end reporting, budgetary and management analysis.
Monitors expenditures, revenues and budget allocations to determine the City's financial status and prepares custom reports, graphs and schedules as needed.
Interprets, explains and applies general and governmental accounting/auditing principles and procedures, laws and regulations affecting the financial operations of municipal government.
Assists with the coordination of the annual audits.
Records and maintains appropriate controls for fixed assets; assists in the City's purchase orders and accounts payable system, auditing and financial analysis, grant accounting and special reports.
Assists with investments, portfolio management and cash management, debt management, new financing, annexations, and revenue and expense projections.
• Assists with the preparation of the City's budget.
Performs professional accounting work.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Accountant II, in addition to above:
Supervises assigned personnel; trains, schedules and evaluates staff; recommends disciplinary actions.
Assists with the coordination of the annual audits and assumes a lead role as needed.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Accountant I
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. No professional experience is required.
Accountant II
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance or a closely related field, and two (2) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience equivalent to the Accountant I with the City of Rocklin. Governmental accounting experience is desirable.
License Requirements
A valid California Class C driver license or higher with a satisfactory driving record is required at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Benefits
Medical/Retiree Health
A variety of plans are offered through CalPERS. The City contributes up to $1,200 per month to active employees and eligible retirees,and the employee pays the difference.
Dental and Vision
City-paid for employee and dependents.
Flex Credit
The City shall provide each employee with a flex credit of $1,800 per fiscal year for any benefit covered under the Cafeteria Plan. The flex credit is prorated and paid over 24 benefit pay periods.
Health Coverage Reduction Incentive
Employees with less than full family coverage for health, dental, and vision may receive incentive pay of $75 - $250 per month.
Leave Accruals
Sick Leave: 12 days per year
Vacation: 15 days for the first year, progresses up to 27 days based upon years of service
Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year
Retirement - CalPERS
ClassicMembers 2% @ 55
PEPRA Members2% @ 62
Deferred Compensation
Rocklin offers optional programs for employee participation (457 plans)
Insurance
Life Insurance and AD&D:City paid $50,000
Long-Term Disability:Coverage is 50% of monthly salary up to $6,000 per month

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