Airport Accountant (Accountant I-II-III DOE)

Overview The Department Accountant oversees accounting for enterprise and special revenue funds, coordinates financial reporting for operating and capital projects, and ensures compliance with County policies, governmental accounting standards, and internal control procedures. This position plays a key role in maintaining the financial integrity of the County’s airport system. Perform professional accounting and budgetary work supporting airport operations, maintenance, and capital improvement programs. Establish, analyze, audit, reconcile, and maintain financial records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and County standards. Prepare, monitor, and analyze annual operating and capital budgets; develop financial forecasts and expenditure projections. Track cash flow, project expenditures, and funding requirements for enterprise and special revenue funds. Manage and reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries; ensure accurate fund and project accounting. Oversee fiscal reporting and reimbursement requests for state and federal grants, coordinating with other County departments and external agencies.

Qualifications A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Accountant I:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, including 12 semester units or 18 quarter units of accounting.

Accountant II:

The same as above plus one year of experience at a level equivalent to Accountant I.

Accountant III:

The same as above plus two years of experience at a level equivalent to Accountant II.

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