Accountant III - Human Rights Commission (1654)

Accountant III - Human Rights Commission (1654)

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Financial Officer of the Human Rights Commission (HRC), the 1654 Accountant III will perform critical accounting duties that support HRC’s mission of advancing racial justice and equity in San Francisco. This position will ensure compliance with City policies while overseeing complex financial activities. Working collaboratively with contracting and program staff, the Accountant III will be integral to maintaining financial integrity and transparency in managing HRC’s innovative programs and grants.

Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight: Perform complex accounting functions in budgeting, payroll analysis, purchasing, and grants management; review, reconcile, and analyze financial data to ensure fiscal compliance with City policies and grant requirements; conduct year-end closing activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Compliance and Auditing: Audit financial reports, contracts, and grants for adherence to HRC’s standards and City policies; provide recommendations for improving fiscal policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and alignment with HRC’s mission.
• Coordination and Collaboration: Work closely with contracting and program staff to align financial practices with program goals; serve as a financial resource, presenting complex accounting concepts and reports to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise and mentor subordinate accounting and administrative staff, providing training, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities; delegate tasks effectively to ensure smooth operations and adherence to deadlines.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed financial reports and analyses for management, auditors, and other stakeholders; maintain accurate financial records and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Other Duties: Participate in financial systems testing and implementation; perform special projects as assigned to support HRC’s financial and programmatic objectives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field, including eighteen (18) semester units or twenty-four (24) quarter units of accounting coursework; four (4) years of professional accounting experience including analysis or problem solving; experience with automated financial systems (government systems preferred) or equivalent; OR City and County of San Francisco employees with four (4) years of professional accounting experience including experience as a 1652 Accountant II.
• Substitution: A Master’s degree in accounting, business administration, computer information systems, public policy, or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of work experience.

Desirable Qualifications

• Strong understanding of governmental accounting principles (GAAP).
• Experience with grants and contract management in a government or nonprofit setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to translate financial concepts for diverse audiences.
• A commitment to advancing equity and social justice.

Additional Information

• Application Deadline: September 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM
• Work Location and Schedule: 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday, in-person work at the HRC headquarters; Location: 25 Van Ness - cross street Market, adjacent to Van Ness MUNI and a short walk from Civic Center BART
• Classification Specification: 1654-Accountant III
• Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: Information About The Hiring Process Conviction History Employee Benefits Overview Equal Employment Opportunity Disaster Service Worker ADA Accommodation Veterans Preference Right to Work Copies of Application Documents Diversity Statement

Exempt Employment

This role is exempt from the San Francisco Civil Service Rules, and employment is at the discretion of the appointing officer for a period not to exceed three (3) years. (Category 18)

For any questions regarding the position or hiring process, please contact the recruitment analyst Kristen Erbst at

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.