Part Time Entry Level Accountant Jobs in California

Salary: $28.11 - $34.44 Hourly
Location : 7351 Rosanna St. Gilroy, CA 95020, CA
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: FY 26/27 -00008
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 07/28/2026
Closing Date: 8/7/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
CITY OF GILROY IS HIRING!
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT I - Part-Time
Finance Department
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$28.11 - $34.44 per hour | 25 hours per week
This is a Part-Time, on-site position, designed for direct collaboration with the team and active participation in daily operations.
The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join our team!
ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant I - Part-Time, in the Finance Department. This position will primarily be assigned to the Utility Billing/Information Desk area, providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers, and performing cashiering and accounting-related work. The Finance Department's goal is to provide timely and accurate financial information to City Management, City Council, and the public, while responsibly managing the City's assets, including cash and investments.
Under the direct supervision of the Finance Manager or Supervising Accounting Technician, the Accounting Assistant will perform a wide variety of accounting and statistical record-keeping assignments related to maintaining financial and statistical records. This position may provide support in one or more of the following areas: accounts receivable, accounts payable, utility billing, and/or the front desk information.
This role offers opportunities to build foundational experience in municipal finance and may serve as a steppingstone to the Accounting Assistant I/II classification, depending on performance and experience gained.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Finance Department is committed to delivering timely, accurate financial information to City leadership and the public while responsibly managing the City's assets with integrity, accountability, and transparency. Through sound financial stewardship and collaborative partnerships, the department helps support the City's operations and long-term fiscal health.
The department also takes pride in providing responsive, high-quality customer service to the Gilroy community through its utility billing operations. Staff work directly with residents and businesses to answer questions, explain utility accounts and billing, process payments, resolve concerns, and ensure customers receive courteous, timely, and professional assistance whether in person, by phone, or online.
CANDIDATE LEARNING PERSPECTIVES
If you're looking to join a hard-working team in a fast-paced environment-where you can gain hands-on experience in Finance, Accounting, and Customer Service-this position could be a great fit for you!
As an entry-level Accounting Assistant I, (Part-Time), you'll be supported with comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and the resources needed to succeed in your role and contribute to the department's success. You'll work closely with the Finance team, other departments, and members of the public, developing strong customer service skills along the way. This role offers valuable exposure to municipal operations and the potential to advance to an Accounting Assistant I / II position.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL

• Deliver excellent customer service with clear communication and reliable follow-through.
• Exhibit professionalism, ethics, and cultural awareness in all interactions.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse group of people using strong listening and interpersonal skills.
• Be a dependable team player, ready to assist wherever needed.
• Be punctual, reliable, and mindful of time and deadlines.
• Maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude when challenges arise.
• Stay organized and flexible, able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Accurately perform cashiering and financial tasks in line with procedures.
• Exhibit strong attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Apply basic accounting skills to support billing and recordkeeping.
• Proficient in Microsoft apps (Excel, Word, Outlook) and 10-Key by touch.

EXAMPLES OF FIRST YEAR PROJECTS/ ASSIGNMENTS

• Learn the new Utility Billing/ ERP System - Tyler Munis
• Support the new Utility Customer water usage reports and portal.
• Assist customers with billing inquiries and account support
• Develop knowledge of utility billing processes and account management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Any combination of training and experience equivalent to High School graduation or G.E.D and two years of experience in accounting and clerical work, including responsibility for handling and accounting for cash and/or maintaining accounting records. Prefer 15 units of college level accounting.
2. Keyboarding 25 net words per minute, and proficient in 10-key by touch and Windows environment.
3. Pass a post-offer medical examination, which includes a drug test.
4. Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicles.
5. Prefer bilingual (Spanish/English).
6. Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
7. Prefer non-tobacco user.

APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your NEOGOV application:

• Completed applications with responses to supplemental questions (required)
• Detailed resume focusing on relevant work experience and education (required)
• Three professional references (required; note: references will not be contacted until after the interview process)
• Cover letter that explains your specific interest in this position with the City of Gilroy (preferred)

City Application Form - Candidates must complete the NEOGOV City of Gilroy application form for this position and submit online. Please prepare attachments prior to completion of the NEOGOV application as incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Apply Online: Go to . You can apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link. After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can import your resume from LinkedIn, upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings.
Recruitment Schedule - Key Dates*

• Application Closing Date: AUGUST 7, 2026
• Oral Board: AUGUST 25, 2026
• Practical Exercise & Department Interview: TBD

(*Note: The examination process/schedule may be changed as needed by the City.)
Only complete application packets will be reviewed. Only the most qualified applicants with the most relevant experience and education will be invited to continue in the selection process. In addition, final candidates for the position are required to pass an employment background check, State of California Department of Justice criminal records check, medical evaluation, and drug screen, given at the City's expense, prior to appointment. If special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department right away 408-846-0228.
Attention: Communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via e-mail. Be sure to include an e-mail address on the employment application.
Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to an e-mail address and/or other contact information.
THE CITY OF GILROY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.
Other Information
Part-time employees are non-benefited, at-will positions. Part-time employees are enrolled in the PARS retirement system with the City making an employer contribution and the employee contribution (6.2%) being deducted from your payroll check. The PARS retirement system is in lieu of participating in social security. You will, however, participate in the Medicare portion of social security as that is a required program. Part-time employees may also be eligible for paid sick leave.
Work Hours
Part-Time employees must have availability to work the designated work schedule for the position and must be available to work additional or less hours as needed. The maximum work hours are 25 hours per week and may not exceed 108 hours per month.
Payroll
All City employees are paid monthly, on the first business day of each month for the prior calendar month via direct deposit.
Special Note
All recreation employees will attend a once-a-year, week-long training session which usually occurs during the second week of June.
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The supplemental information that you provide will be evaluated along with your completed application. This includes the required documents (i.e. cover letter, resume, or certifications) and responses to the supplemental questions below. Some questions may include multiple parts (i.e., (a), (b), (c), (d), etc.). Please make sure to address each part of the question in your answers. Responses to the supplemental questions that indicate, "see resume" are considered incomplete. All responses must be answered in your own words and must reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience. Responses generated primarily through artificial intelligence (AI) or other third-party tools are not permitted. The City reserves the right to review responses for authenticity and consistency with the applicant's qualification's and may disqualify applicants whose responses are determined not to represent their own work. The information you provide will be used to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position. Note: Failure to provide all of the required documents will result in the application being rejected as incomplete. Please refer to the "Application Process" section of the job announcement for required documents. By checking the 'Yes' response below, I indicate that I have read these instructions under "Application Process" for submitting a complete application and have attached all the required documents. I understand that written responses to the supplemental questions along with attachments as noted in the job announcement are required in order to evaluate my qualifications for this position and for my application to be considered complete.

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your specific cashiering experience. What were your main responsibilities, and what type of payments or transactions did you handle?
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Please indicate your highest level of education.

• Masters degree or higher in a related or unrelated field
• Bachelors degree in a related or unrelated field
• Associates degree in a related or unrelated field
• High School Diploma or GED
• No High School Diploma or GED

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Please describe your experience in billing and accounts receivable. Clearly describe your specific duties and responsibilities.
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How do you define excellent customer service? Share a specific example of a time you provided great service and what made it successful.
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Have you worked with any financial, billing, or accounting systems (like Tyler Munis, SAP, or QuickBooks)? If yes, which ones and what did you use them for?
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Specifically, why do you want to work for the City of Gilroy?
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This position is scheduled Monday through Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Do you have any scheduling conflicts that would prevent you from working these hours? If yes, please describe your availability.
Required Question