Los Angeles County
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EXAM NUMBER: R0642P-R We welcome applications from everyone. When to Apply
We will be accepting online applications from MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2025, AT 8:00 a.m. (PT) until TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025, to be accepted. About Us
Why work for us? With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Position: Accounting Technician I
What will I do as an Accounting Technician I? Performs technical accounting work, including general accounting, accounts payable and receivable, cost and fund accounting, budget support, auditing, financial reporting, capital asset management, and statement preparation. Supports department-wide accounting functions by handling the full accounting cycle, from setting up records and balancing ledgers to making adjustments, closing entries, and generating reports. Classifies and records accounting transactions, interprets policies and guidelines, and processes financial activities such as encumbrances, cost allocations, vendor payments, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, and revolving fund reimbursements. Ensures accurate financial reporting by apportioning expenditures, recognizing deferred revenues and receivables, settling accrued revenues and expenses, and calculating asset depreciation. Prepares financial documents, including journal vouchers, internal vouchers, and cash receipts, to adjust entries for revenue and expenditure allocations. Develops statistical, cost, and operational reports, financial statements, budget summaries, and final accounting for construction and other projects. For more information, view the classification specification: Accounting Technician I. Qualifications
We are looking for individuals who have: Completed 12 semester or 18 quarter units of accounting, including a course in Advanced Accounting, Cost Accounting, Governmental Accounting, Auditing, or Accounting Information Systems in an accredited college or university. One year of accounting clerical experience. Graduation from an accredited two-year college with an Associate's degree in Accounting or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of accounting clerical experience. Note: Lower-level accounting classes may be taken at a two-year community college if the units are transferable to a four-year college or university. Applicants are required to submit a photocopy of their official transcripts with the application. Official transcript details: a transcript must bear the college seal and be issued by the school’s Registrar; printouts from the institution’s website are not accepted. Closely related refers to fields that focus on core accounting practices, including but not limited to Finance and Auditing. The degree must meet the necessary accounting-related criteria; cases will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Veteran credit: If applicable, veterans may receive an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. Include a copy of Form DD214 with your application or send to the exam analyst at KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application. Required Documentation and Contacts
Please submit documentation to KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. Endorsement of County Qualifications: If you performed work that differs from duties described and believe you qualify, provide verification via official documentation within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. Licenses and Physical Class
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related functions is required. Physical Class II – Light: light administrative and clerical work with occasional light lifting up to 10 pounds and some bending, stooping, or squatting; considerable ambulation may be involved. Examination and Test Information
Once requirements are identified, an invitation to the assessment process will be sent. The examination consists of two parts with a passing score of 70% for each part. Part I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), worth 50% (Conscientiousness, Service Professionalism, Quantitative Ability, Drive for Success, Numerical Calculation). Candidates must pass Part I to be considered for Part II. Part II: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), worth 50% (Accounts Payable/Receivable, Excel skills). Assessment components may be transferred from identical components used in other exams. Test preparation resources are available online, including practice tests and the Employment Test Assistance page. Eligibility: The names of candidates with passing scores are placed on an eligible list for six months. Vacancies: The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County. Application and Filing Information
We only accept online applications. Provide complete information: employer, address, job title, dates, hours per week, and description of work performed. Applications may be verified at any point in the process. Falsification could result in disqualification. New email addresses may require verification. We provide contact emails to receive notices and guidance on preventing email filters from blocking communications. For testing accommodations, contact TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov if needed. Department contacts: Kat Macaranas, (213) 433-3637, KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov. Job posting number: R0642P-R.
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EXAM NUMBER: R0642P-R We welcome applications from everyone. When to Apply
We will be accepting online applications from MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2025, AT 8:00 a.m. (PT) until TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025, to be accepted. About Us
Why work for us? With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Position: Accounting Technician I
What will I do as an Accounting Technician I? Performs technical accounting work, including general accounting, accounts payable and receivable, cost and fund accounting, budget support, auditing, financial reporting, capital asset management, and statement preparation. Supports department-wide accounting functions by handling the full accounting cycle, from setting up records and balancing ledgers to making adjustments, closing entries, and generating reports. Classifies and records accounting transactions, interprets policies and guidelines, and processes financial activities such as encumbrances, cost allocations, vendor payments, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, and revolving fund reimbursements. Ensures accurate financial reporting by apportioning expenditures, recognizing deferred revenues and receivables, settling accrued revenues and expenses, and calculating asset depreciation. Prepares financial documents, including journal vouchers, internal vouchers, and cash receipts, to adjust entries for revenue and expenditure allocations. Develops statistical, cost, and operational reports, financial statements, budget summaries, and final accounting for construction and other projects. For more information, view the classification specification: Accounting Technician I. Qualifications
We are looking for individuals who have: Completed 12 semester or 18 quarter units of accounting, including a course in Advanced Accounting, Cost Accounting, Governmental Accounting, Auditing, or Accounting Information Systems in an accredited college or university. One year of accounting clerical experience. Graduation from an accredited two-year college with an Associate's degree in Accounting or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of accounting clerical experience. Note: Lower-level accounting classes may be taken at a two-year community college if the units are transferable to a four-year college or university. Applicants are required to submit a photocopy of their official transcripts with the application. Official transcript details: a transcript must bear the college seal and be issued by the school’s Registrar; printouts from the institution’s website are not accepted. Closely related refers to fields that focus on core accounting practices, including but not limited to Finance and Auditing. The degree must meet the necessary accounting-related criteria; cases will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Veteran credit: If applicable, veterans may receive an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. Include a copy of Form DD214 with your application or send to the exam analyst at KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application. Required Documentation and Contacts
Please submit documentation to KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. Endorsement of County Qualifications: If you performed work that differs from duties described and believe you qualify, provide verification via official documentation within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. Licenses and Physical Class
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related functions is required. Physical Class II – Light: light administrative and clerical work with occasional light lifting up to 10 pounds and some bending, stooping, or squatting; considerable ambulation may be involved. Examination and Test Information
Once requirements are identified, an invitation to the assessment process will be sent. The examination consists of two parts with a passing score of 70% for each part. Part I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), worth 50% (Conscientiousness, Service Professionalism, Quantitative Ability, Drive for Success, Numerical Calculation). Candidates must pass Part I to be considered for Part II. Part II: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), worth 50% (Accounts Payable/Receivable, Excel skills). Assessment components may be transferred from identical components used in other exams. Test preparation resources are available online, including practice tests and the Employment Test Assistance page. Eligibility: The names of candidates with passing scores are placed on an eligible list for six months. Vacancies: The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County. Application and Filing Information
We only accept online applications. Provide complete information: employer, address, job title, dates, hours per week, and description of work performed. Applications may be verified at any point in the process. Falsification could result in disqualification. New email addresses may require verification. We provide contact emails to receive notices and guidance on preventing email filters from blocking communications. For testing accommodations, contact TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov if needed. Department contacts: Kat Macaranas, (213) 433-3637, KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov. Job posting number: R0642P-R.
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