What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at City of Sebastopol?
JOB
Do you thrive in Utility Billings & Bank Reconciliation?
City of Sebastopol WANTS YOU!
The City of Sebastopol is NOW accepting Applications for an
ACCOUNTANT
Salary: $82,243 - $99,965 Annually
$6,854 - $8,330 Monthly
Plus an outstanding benefits package
4/10 Work Schedule Monday- Thursday
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
The City of Sebastopol is seeking a skilled, dynamic, results driven Accountant to fill one full-time vacancy. The Accountant performs a variety of complex and technical financial accounting and program support duties in the areas of utility billing, bank reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, purchasing, project accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger. Additionally, the Accountant may be assigned to perform all functions related to and serve as a City resource for one or more accounting related programs administration.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The Ideal Candidate will:
Possess the equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
Three (3) or more years of professional accounting experience; municipal accounting experience preferred.
Possess a valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) License is highly desired, but not required.
Possess professional accounting experience in local government is highly desired.
Have the capabilities to work independently and collaboratively, performing tactical and technical daily transactions and routine level tasks while providing strategic and lead-level guidance.
Be able to adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions, and establish positive relationships with employees, the public, and other stake holders.
Effectively and professionally communicate orally and in writing, with an ability to understand and speak to the concerns of others.
Exercise sound independent judgment, tact, discretion, impartiality, diplomatic demeanor and professionalism when providing exemplary customer service.
Interpret and process financial data, records, and transactions, and resolve technical accounting problems.
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 a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
Experience: Three (3) years of professional accounting experience; municipal accounting experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
License and Certifications: The ability to transport oneself from one work location to another in a timely manner as required for meetings, duties, and responsibilities.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY: The City of Sebastopol is located in Sonoma County, a region that produces the majority of the world supply of Gravenstein apples a significant volume of grapes used to curate high quality wines. Sebastopol is also the gateway to the popular Russian River and it's surrounding redwood forests, as well as Bodega and Jenner's coastal recreation areas. Whether you live, work or play here; or even if you are just passing through, you are a part of our community, and we welcome you.
SELECTION PROCESS:
It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview. The most qualified will be invited to a panel interview. Those that score the highest out of the panel interview will be advanced to department interviews.
Completion of the supplemental questions is a required part of the application and examination process. “See Resume” will not be acceptable as an answer to supplemental questions.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/city-of-sebastopol Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.
This position Is OPEN UNTIL FILLED the first review date of applications will be on February 27, 2024.
Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org.
The City of Sebastopol is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org.
THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOL
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Recruitment Services Provided by, Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC.
Do you thrive in Utility Billings & Bank Reconciliation?
City of Sebastopol WANTS YOU!
The City of Sebastopol is NOW accepting Applications for an
ACCOUNTANT
Salary: $82,243 - $99,965 Annually
$6,854 - $8,330 Monthly
Plus an outstanding benefits package
4/10 Work Schedule Monday- Thursday
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
The City of Sebastopol is seeking a skilled, dynamic, results driven Accountant to fill one full-time vacancy. The Accountant performs a variety of complex and technical financial accounting and program support duties in the areas of utility billing, bank reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, purchasing, project accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger. Additionally, the Accountant may be assigned to perform all functions related to and serve as a City resource for one or more accounting related programs administration.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The Ideal Candidate will:
Possess the equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
Three (3) or more years of professional accounting experience; municipal accounting experience preferred.
Possess a valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) License is highly desired, but not required.
Possess professional accounting experience in local government is highly desired.
Have the capabilities to work independently and collaboratively, performing tactical and technical daily transactions and routine level tasks while providing strategic and lead-level guidance.
Be able to adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions, and establish positive relationships with employees, the public, and other stake holders.
Effectively and professionally communicate orally and in writing, with an ability to understand and speak to the concerns of others.
Exercise sound independent judgment, tact, discretion, impartiality, diplomatic demeanor and professionalism when providing exemplary customer service.
Interpret and process financial data, records, and transactions, and resolve technical accounting problems.
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 a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
Experience: Three (3) years of professional accounting experience; municipal accounting experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
License and Certifications: The ability to transport oneself from one work location to another in a timely manner as required for meetings, duties, and responsibilities.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY: The City of Sebastopol is located in Sonoma County, a region that produces the majority of the world supply of Gravenstein apples a significant volume of grapes used to curate high quality wines. Sebastopol is also the gateway to the popular Russian River and it's surrounding redwood forests, as well as Bodega and Jenner's coastal recreation areas. Whether you live, work or play here; or even if you are just passing through, you are a part of our community, and we welcome you.
SELECTION PROCESS:
It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview. The most qualified will be invited to a panel interview. Those that score the highest out of the panel interview will be advanced to department interviews.
Completion of the supplemental questions is a required part of the application and examination process. “See Resume” will not be acceptable as an answer to supplemental questions.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/city-of-sebastopol Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.
This position Is OPEN UNTIL FILLED the first review date of applications will be on February 27, 2024.
Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org.
The City of Sebastopol is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org.
THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOL
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Recruitment Services Provided by, Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC.