County of Sacramento
Continuous Filing Exam
Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:
11/3/25
12/8/25
1/20/26 (Final)
Under general supervision, Senior Accountants lead, plan, schedule, and oversee the work of staff performing a wide variety of accounting and fiscal duties while performing the same and/or more difficult duties as those being led. Incumbents also ensure completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicate policies, procedures and job expectations; and provide training to staff.
Note: The position of Senior Accountant is used in multiple Sacramento County departments. The eligible list created from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they become available.
A telework hybrid work schedule may be available and can be discussed at the time of interview.
Knowledge of
Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations such as the revenue and taxation code
Various professional accounting standards such as generally accepted auditing standards and generally accepted accounting principles, generally accepted governmental auditing standards, and standards set by the governmental accounting standards board, financial accounting standards board, general accounting office, and other regulatory agencies
Accounting procedures and their application to a variety of accounting transactions
Methods and procedures of governmental budget preparation and control
Financial statement preparation
Cost and revenue projecting, and cost allocation methods
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Ability to
Lead and train accounting staff
Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff
Provide work direction and instruction
Research and evaluate work problems and recommend solutions
Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met
Prepare, analyze, and interpret statistical and financial data
Organize and prioritize work efficiently to meet schedules and deadlines
Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Minimum Qualifications Either:
1a. A Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy; AND 1b. Two years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Accountant or Auditor.
Or:
2a. A Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy; AND 2b. Two years of full-time, paid professional public, management, and/or government accounting/auditing experience performing a wide variety of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and/or fiscal duties such as establishing and maintaining accounting records, participating in budget preparation and control, reviewing and analyzing accounting and financial transaction records, and preparing financial statements and reports.
Note: Possession of a valid license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the State of California Board of Accountancy may substitute for the required bachelor’s degree.
Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part‑time paid experience may be accumulated and pro‑rated to meet the total experience requirements.
General Qualifications Criminal History/Background Check: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82‑602, Personnel Policies and Procedures, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted.
Driver’s License: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required for some positions at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement.
Probationary Period: The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.
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11/3/25
12/8/25
1/20/26 (Final)
Under general supervision, Senior Accountants lead, plan, schedule, and oversee the work of staff performing a wide variety of accounting and fiscal duties while performing the same and/or more difficult duties as those being led. Incumbents also ensure completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicate policies, procedures and job expectations; and provide training to staff.
Note: The position of Senior Accountant is used in multiple Sacramento County departments. The eligible list created from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they become available.
A telework hybrid work schedule may be available and can be discussed at the time of interview.
Knowledge of
Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations such as the revenue and taxation code
Various professional accounting standards such as generally accepted auditing standards and generally accepted accounting principles, generally accepted governmental auditing standards, and standards set by the governmental accounting standards board, financial accounting standards board, general accounting office, and other regulatory agencies
Accounting procedures and their application to a variety of accounting transactions
Methods and procedures of governmental budget preparation and control
Financial statement preparation
Cost and revenue projecting, and cost allocation methods
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Ability to
Lead and train accounting staff
Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff
Provide work direction and instruction
Research and evaluate work problems and recommend solutions
Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met
Prepare, analyze, and interpret statistical and financial data
Organize and prioritize work efficiently to meet schedules and deadlines
Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Minimum Qualifications Either:
1a. A Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy; AND 1b. Two years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Accountant or Auditor.
Or:
2a. A Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy; AND 2b. Two years of full-time, paid professional public, management, and/or government accounting/auditing experience performing a wide variety of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and/or fiscal duties such as establishing and maintaining accounting records, participating in budget preparation and control, reviewing and analyzing accounting and financial transaction records, and preparing financial statements and reports.
Note: Possession of a valid license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the State of California Board of Accountancy may substitute for the required bachelor’s degree.
Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part‑time paid experience may be accumulated and pro‑rated to meet the total experience requirements.
General Qualifications Criminal History/Background Check: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82‑602, Personnel Policies and Procedures, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted.
Driver’s License: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required for some positions at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement.
Probationary Period: The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.
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