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Accounting Technician The City of Ontario has an exciting opportunity within the Financial Services Agency for an individual who has a passion for numbers and a commitment to excellence in public service. If this sounds like you, we strongly encourage you to apply to join the team. The Accounting Technician performs a variety of technical and administrative accounting support duties related to general accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable; processes and reconciles financial transactions; prepares accounting records and reports; and provides technical support to departmental staff on accounting procedures. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized individual with exceptional attention to detail. They possess strong communication skills with the desire to provide exceptional customer service. Capable of managing a high volume of work within tight deadlines, they also excel in building and maintaining positive interpersonal and working relationships. Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the City\'s mission and vision as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator, and Public Servant - and the principles of the City\'s Customer Service Philosophy: Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.
Due to the high volume of applications anticipated for this recruitment, the following procedures will apply:
The City reserves the right to limit the number of external applications accepted to the first one hundred (100) qualified applications.
Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
Separate Promotional and Open (external) Eligibility Lists will be established.
The Promotional Eligibility List will be comprised of current City employees (full or part-time) whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and successfully complete any required selection processes.
The Open Eligibility List will consist of external applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and successfully complete any required selection processes.
The hiring department will consider the Promotional Eligibility List prior to considering candidates on the Open Eligibility List.
The Financial Services Agency provides support services to the citizens and businesses of Ontario, as well as to City Departments, with financial affairs, budget development, procurement, accounting, payroll, and revenue services. The Agency\'s service objective is to direct the financial affairs of the City of Ontario, under the direction provided by the Mayor and City Council through their goals and objectives, in a timely, accurate, cost effective, and efficient manner.
Essential functions
typically performed by the Accounting Technician include the following :
Performs technical and administrative accounting support work in areas such as general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, fund accounting, capital assets, budgeting, auditing, and financial reporting.
Establishes and maintains accounting and subsidiary records, reconciles ledgers, and prepares routine adjusting and closing entries, including year-end accruals.
Classifies, records, and processes a variety of accounting transactions in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), City policies, and applicable regulations.
Assists in the preparation and review of schedules, statements, and various financial or statistical reports.
Receives and processes claims for payment; verifies invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation.
Produces, records, and issues checks or electronic payments to satisfy the City\'s obligations.
Reviews and approves Bank Exception Positive Pay transactions to ensure accuracy and prevent unauthorized disbursements.
Assists with the approval process of financial transactions, including vendor payments, employee reimbursements, encumbrances / obligations, requisitions and change orders, accounting adjustments, and cash receipts.
Assists with the management of the citywide collection process for delinquent miscellaneous accounts receivable and prepares related reconciliations; supports the review of bankruptcy claims and the billing and collection of payments for the City\'s claims.
Coordinates and reconciles daily cash receipts; prepares bank and debt service, and trustee account reconciliations; and performs financial computations and reconciliations involving specialized financial data.
Assists with the preparation of periodic and special reports using the City\'s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for internal and external stakeholders.
Provides technical information, guidance, and assistance to other City departments and staff.
Assists with procurement of goods and services related to the area of assignment.
May assist in the preparation and review of budgetary reports.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Two or more years of experience in accounts payables, accounts receivables, general accounting or a closely related field. An associate\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of required experience. A bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field may substitute for all but six months of the required experience. NOTE: Proof of education must be provided by attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and / or Photocopies of Institutional Degree / Certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification. Desirable: Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience utilizing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Workday.
Application process :
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following :
List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City\'s online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required documentation may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources / Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.
To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application. Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Email is the primary way that the Human Resources or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.
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Accounting Technician The City of Ontario has an exciting opportunity within the Financial Services Agency for an individual who has a passion for numbers and a commitment to excellence in public service. If this sounds like you, we strongly encourage you to apply to join the team. The Accounting Technician performs a variety of technical and administrative accounting support duties related to general accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable; processes and reconciles financial transactions; prepares accounting records and reports; and provides technical support to departmental staff on accounting procedures. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized individual with exceptional attention to detail. They possess strong communication skills with the desire to provide exceptional customer service. Capable of managing a high volume of work within tight deadlines, they also excel in building and maintaining positive interpersonal and working relationships. Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the City\'s mission and vision as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator, and Public Servant - and the principles of the City\'s Customer Service Philosophy: Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.
Due to the high volume of applications anticipated for this recruitment, the following procedures will apply:
The City reserves the right to limit the number of external applications accepted to the first one hundred (100) qualified applications.
Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
Separate Promotional and Open (external) Eligibility Lists will be established.
The Promotional Eligibility List will be comprised of current City employees (full or part-time) whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and successfully complete any required selection processes.
The Open Eligibility List will consist of external applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and successfully complete any required selection processes.
The hiring department will consider the Promotional Eligibility List prior to considering candidates on the Open Eligibility List.
The Financial Services Agency provides support services to the citizens and businesses of Ontario, as well as to City Departments, with financial affairs, budget development, procurement, accounting, payroll, and revenue services. The Agency\'s service objective is to direct the financial affairs of the City of Ontario, under the direction provided by the Mayor and City Council through their goals and objectives, in a timely, accurate, cost effective, and efficient manner.
Essential functions
typically performed by the Accounting Technician include the following :
Performs technical and administrative accounting support work in areas such as general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, fund accounting, capital assets, budgeting, auditing, and financial reporting.
Establishes and maintains accounting and subsidiary records, reconciles ledgers, and prepares routine adjusting and closing entries, including year-end accruals.
Classifies, records, and processes a variety of accounting transactions in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), City policies, and applicable regulations.
Assists in the preparation and review of schedules, statements, and various financial or statistical reports.
Receives and processes claims for payment; verifies invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation.
Produces, records, and issues checks or electronic payments to satisfy the City\'s obligations.
Reviews and approves Bank Exception Positive Pay transactions to ensure accuracy and prevent unauthorized disbursements.
Assists with the approval process of financial transactions, including vendor payments, employee reimbursements, encumbrances / obligations, requisitions and change orders, accounting adjustments, and cash receipts.
Assists with the management of the citywide collection process for delinquent miscellaneous accounts receivable and prepares related reconciliations; supports the review of bankruptcy claims and the billing and collection of payments for the City\'s claims.
Coordinates and reconciles daily cash receipts; prepares bank and debt service, and trustee account reconciliations; and performs financial computations and reconciliations involving specialized financial data.
Assists with the preparation of periodic and special reports using the City\'s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for internal and external stakeholders.
Provides technical information, guidance, and assistance to other City departments and staff.
Assists with procurement of goods and services related to the area of assignment.
May assist in the preparation and review of budgetary reports.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Two or more years of experience in accounts payables, accounts receivables, general accounting or a closely related field. An associate\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of required experience. A bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field may substitute for all but six months of the required experience. NOTE: Proof of education must be provided by attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and / or Photocopies of Institutional Degree / Certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification. Desirable: Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience utilizing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Workday.
Application process :
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following :
List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City\'s online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required documentation may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources / Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.
To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application. Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Email is the primary way that the Human Resources or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.
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