Accounting Technician **Humboldt OR Trinity

Position Information

Under limited supervision, the Accounting Technician performs the more difficult and technical sub-professional accounting work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records; prepares and assists in the preparation of financial statements, documents, analysis, and reports; maintains accounting records, reports, and manual or computer-based accounting systems; and performs related work as required.

The Accounting Technician is a single level specialized class with responsibility for maintaining a variety of complex departmental fiscal records, computer-based accounting systems, or broad accounting functions. The Accounting Technician differs from the Account Clerk III in that the former requires sustained use of a high degree of independent judgment and interpretive ability. The Accounting Technician differs from the higher class of Accountant I in that the latter is the entry level into the professional accountant series, performing professional accounting work.

Examples of Duties

• Maintains journals and general ledgers of financial transactions and prepares analytical reports on revenues and expenditures.Independently performs complex and technical audits based on analysis and interpretation of financial information.
• Prepares calculations for billing for services provided by the county.
• Appropriately distributes funds in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Maintains ancillary, general, statistical, and cost records.Examines and reviews account records, adjusting balances and reconciling accounts.
• Prepares and processes materials that require the analysis of source material and a thorough familiarity with policies, procedures, terminology, and various applicable laws in order to obtain the necessary data.
• Compiles a variety of narrative and statistical reports, locates sources of information, devises forms to secure data, and determines proper format for finished reports.
• Answers questions that involve searching for and abstracting technical data and detailed explanations of laws, policies, or procedures, referring only matters requiring policy decisions to the supervisor.
• May operate automated systems and trouble-shoot problems related to the production of fiscal and statistical reports and related documents.
• May be responsible for a billing and statistical record keeping operation.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Basic budget preparation procedures.
• Grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and composition.
• Methods, practices, and automated systems used in the development, maintenance, and control of fiscal and accounting work.
• Basic governmental accounting principles and procedures.
• Purposes and methods of financial record keeping.
• Computer terminology and computer keyboard arrangement.

• Demonstrate mathematical aptitude.
• Enter data accurately into automated system.
• Prepare financial reports and maintain ledgers and journals.
• Independently perform varied and responsible technical accounting assignments.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Follow written and oral directions and instructions.
• Analyze data and draw logical conclusions.
• Common spreadsheet and database software packages.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

Supplemental Information

**THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR HUMBOLDT OR TRINITY COUNTY

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• A valid driver's license 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.  
• Background check: Prior to hiring, candidates must pass a background check, including a criminal records check.
• Government agencies accessing US government information, which includes federal tax information must ensure that background investigation requirements for all agency employees and contractors that have access to federal tax information are consistent to the IRS background investigation requirements for access to federal tax information. A background check may be required if the position requires access to these types of records. Background requirements consist of three components which include, fingerprinting, citizenship verification, and local law enforcement checks. State agencies must conduct an investigation during time of hire and ensure a reinvestigation is conducted 10 years from the date of the previous background investigation for each employee that has access to federal tax information.

PERS Retirement  
Tier 1: 2.7%@55 prior to 7/5/12
Tier 2: 2.0%@55 post 7/6/12  
Tier 3: 2.0%@62 post 1/1/13  

EXAMINATION INFORMATION
If supplemental questions are included as a part of this job bulletin, applicants may be rated based upon their responses to the supplemental questions. If rated, only those that are determined to be highly qualified will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS
Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants for disability, military, or religious reasons. If you require such arrangements, please contact CalHR at mssprogram@calhr.ca.gov or 916-323-2766 upon notification that your application has been approved. Documentation from medical, military, school or church officials outlining the accommodation request must be received by our office a minimum of five business days prior to a scheduled examination.

ABOUT HUMBOLDT COUNTY
Humboldt County is considered by many to be the most beautiful county in California. It is located 270 miles north of San Francisco and is an area that has densely forested, mountainous areas, as well as over 100 miles of Pacific coastline, including Humboldt Bay, California's second-largest natural bay. Humboldt County is substantially rural, with its greatest population in Eureka, where the College of the Redwoods' main campus is located, and Arcata, home to Humboldt State University. It's a charming and comfortable area, known for its hundreds of structural examples of Victorian architecture and great bike culture. The county produces 20% of the total volume and 30% of the total value of all forest products produced in California. Residents and visitors enjoy the many great performances and cultural events scheduled at Humboldt State University, as well as great restaurants, farmers' markets, museums, state parks, and nature and wildlife areas. Also popular is the Ale and Spirits Trail, Redwood Coast Music Festival, and the Summer Arts and Music Fest.