Los Angeles County
EXAM INFORMATION
EXAM NUMBER:
R0647I-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
This is an OPEN COMPETITIVE job opportunity. Apply and join our ever growing diverse workforce! REPOSTING INFORMATION:
This announcement is a reposting to reopen the filing period and update the eligibility information. We are accepting applications starting THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. Withhold Information:
No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience and education must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing.
JOB SUMMARY
WHAT WILL I DO AS AN ACCOUNTANT II?
Reviews and performs a wide variety of accounting assignments occurring within the annual accounting cycle including the annual setup and maintenance of accounting records, the classification of revenue and expenditure transactions, journalizing accounting transactions, taking trial balances and preparing closing period adjustments.
Interprets the accounting and other financial provisions of a variety of laws, regulations and standards, and recommends steps for their implementation.
Conducts cost surveys, revenue analyses, and accounting systems and procedural studies, and writes reports of findings.
Compiles, evaluates and reconciles complex operating statements, final accounting for construction and other projects, and claims for reimbursement from other government agencies or private contractors.
Evaluates and reconciles complex operating systems for cost reporting and claims processing reimbursements from other government agencies.
Prepares balance sheets, statements of revenue, fund balance statements, cost accounting reports, revenue and expenditure estimates, and other specialized financial reports.
Compiles expenditure and revenue reports and prepares periodic financial statements of federal and state grants for review.
Performs routine audits of the financial records of grant operated agencies, business firms, charitable and nonprofit organizations, other governmental agencies, or private contractors; writes audit reports and makes recommendations.
Coordinates audits with internal and external auditors and prepares supporting work papers and provides other assistance.
Analyzes established cost accounting systems to determine if the bases and techniques provide realistic estimates of actual costs. Recommends modification of the cost bases and procedures used to improve their reliability.
Serves as liaison with other County departments or governmental agencies concerning accounting matters.
Participates in the installation of systems and procedures.
Supervises a small supporting accounting technical and clerical staff as needed.
Serves as the department Internal Control Certification Program (ICCP) coordinator as needed.
For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: Account II.
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY
We are looking for dedicated individuals who possess:
21 semester or 32 quarter units of accounting in an accredited college or university including at least two courses in advanced accounting subjects such as auditing, cost accounting, or governmental accounting.
AND
EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS
OPTION I:
One year of entry level accounting or auditing experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accountant I.
OPTION II:
Two years of technical accounting experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accounting Technician II.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION:
In order to receive credit for the required units and coursework, you must include a legible copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Experience at the level of Accountant I is defined as performing a variety of entry level accounting assignments. Experience at the level of Accounting Technician II is defined as under general supervision, supervising and performing paraprofessional accounting work.
ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS:
Employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classification listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonuses or reclassification study with your application at filing or within seven (7) calendar days from submission. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of the classification listed above.
LICENSE AND PHYSICAL CLASS LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver’s License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort with occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
ASSESSMENT PROCESS
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
After confirming you meet the requirements, you will be invited to participate in the examination process which consists of multiple choice and/or simulation assessments, weighted 100%, assessing the following areas:
Professional Potential
Achievement
Maintains Good Working Relationships
Analyses Information
Learns Quickly
Generate New Ideas
Uses Time Efficiently
Work to High Quality Standards
Adapts to Change
Copes with Uncertainty
Willingness to Learn
Responsibility
Numerical Reasoning
Microsoft Excel 365: Basic Text and Cell Formatting, Visual Enhancements, Using Functions and Formulas, Printing an Excel Workbook, Applying Passwords and Encryption to an Excel Workbook, Conditional Formatting, and Charts and Data Tables
MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessments to be placed on the eligible register. Scores cannot be given over the telephone.
NOTICES
NOTIFICATIONS:
All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. Please add the following email addresses to your address book to prevent emails from being filtered as spam: EAlcazar@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This exam may use test components for future examinations and your responses may be transferred.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online only. The last day of filing is the deadline. Applications submitted by mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline and verify your email address. For any additional documents, you must submit them at filing or within seven (7) calendar days from submission. If you cannot attach documents, you may email them to EAlcazar@hr.lacounty.gov with your full name, examination title, and examination number in the subject line.
Important: All information in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the process. Falsification may result in disqualification. Do not rely on verbiage from the Class Specification to demonstrate qualifications.
CONTACT AND SUPPORT
Testing Accommodations Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Phone: (800) 735-2929 or (800) 735-2922 (California Relay Services)
Department Contact: Erika Alcazar Phone: (213) 349-8006 Email: EAlcazar@hr.lacounty.gov
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EXAM NUMBER:
R0647I-R TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
This is an OPEN COMPETITIVE job opportunity. Apply and join our ever growing diverse workforce! REPOSTING INFORMATION:
This announcement is a reposting to reopen the filing period and update the eligibility information. We are accepting applications starting THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. Withhold Information:
No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience and education must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing.
JOB SUMMARY
WHAT WILL I DO AS AN ACCOUNTANT II?
Reviews and performs a wide variety of accounting assignments occurring within the annual accounting cycle including the annual setup and maintenance of accounting records, the classification of revenue and expenditure transactions, journalizing accounting transactions, taking trial balances and preparing closing period adjustments.
Interprets the accounting and other financial provisions of a variety of laws, regulations and standards, and recommends steps for their implementation.
Conducts cost surveys, revenue analyses, and accounting systems and procedural studies, and writes reports of findings.
Compiles, evaluates and reconciles complex operating statements, final accounting for construction and other projects, and claims for reimbursement from other government agencies or private contractors.
Evaluates and reconciles complex operating systems for cost reporting and claims processing reimbursements from other government agencies.
Prepares balance sheets, statements of revenue, fund balance statements, cost accounting reports, revenue and expenditure estimates, and other specialized financial reports.
Compiles expenditure and revenue reports and prepares periodic financial statements of federal and state grants for review.
Performs routine audits of the financial records of grant operated agencies, business firms, charitable and nonprofit organizations, other governmental agencies, or private contractors; writes audit reports and makes recommendations.
Coordinates audits with internal and external auditors and prepares supporting work papers and provides other assistance.
Analyzes established cost accounting systems to determine if the bases and techniques provide realistic estimates of actual costs. Recommends modification of the cost bases and procedures used to improve their reliability.
Serves as liaison with other County departments or governmental agencies concerning accounting matters.
Participates in the installation of systems and procedures.
Supervises a small supporting accounting technical and clerical staff as needed.
Serves as the department Internal Control Certification Program (ICCP) coordinator as needed.
For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: Account II.
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY
We are looking for dedicated individuals who possess:
21 semester or 32 quarter units of accounting in an accredited college or university including at least two courses in advanced accounting subjects such as auditing, cost accounting, or governmental accounting.
AND
EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS
OPTION I:
One year of entry level accounting or auditing experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accountant I.
OPTION II:
Two years of technical accounting experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accounting Technician II.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION:
In order to receive credit for the required units and coursework, you must include a legible copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Experience at the level of Accountant I is defined as performing a variety of entry level accounting assignments. Experience at the level of Accounting Technician II is defined as under general supervision, supervising and performing paraprofessional accounting work.
ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS:
Employees who wish to qualify using experience gained in county classifications that are not at the level of the classification listed above must provide verification of qualifying out-of-class experience by providing official documentation of additional responsibility bonuses or reclassification study with your application at filing or within seven (7) calendar days from submission. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position at the level of the classification listed above.
LICENSE AND PHYSICAL CLASS LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver’s License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort with occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
ASSESSMENT PROCESS
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
After confirming you meet the requirements, you will be invited to participate in the examination process which consists of multiple choice and/or simulation assessments, weighted 100%, assessing the following areas:
Professional Potential
Achievement
Maintains Good Working Relationships
Analyses Information
Learns Quickly
Generate New Ideas
Uses Time Efficiently
Work to High Quality Standards
Adapts to Change
Copes with Uncertainty
Willingness to Learn
Responsibility
Numerical Reasoning
Microsoft Excel 365: Basic Text and Cell Formatting, Visual Enhancements, Using Functions and Formulas, Printing an Excel Workbook, Applying Passwords and Encryption to an Excel Workbook, Conditional Formatting, and Charts and Data Tables
MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessments to be placed on the eligible register. Scores cannot be given over the telephone.
NOTICES
NOTIFICATIONS:
All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. Please add the following email addresses to your address book to prevent emails from being filtered as spam: EAlcazar@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This exam may use test components for future examinations and your responses may be transferred.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online only. The last day of filing is the deadline. Applications submitted by mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline and verify your email address. For any additional documents, you must submit them at filing or within seven (7) calendar days from submission. If you cannot attach documents, you may email them to EAlcazar@hr.lacounty.gov with your full name, examination title, and examination number in the subject line.
Important: All information in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the process. Falsification may result in disqualification. Do not rely on verbiage from the Class Specification to demonstrate qualifications.
CONTACT AND SUPPORT
Testing Accommodations Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov Phone: (800) 735-2929 or (800) 735-2922 (California Relay Services)
Department Contact: Erika Alcazar Phone: (213) 349-8006 Email: EAlcazar@hr.lacounty.gov
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