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Under general direction, performs a variety of technical and professional accounting support tasks in the preparation and maintenance of the agency’s accounts payable, accounts receivable, project cost accounting, payroll, cash management, fixed asset and financial accounting activities; conducts financial research and provides accurate and timely information; prepares financial and statistical statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards; provides support in a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility; and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Accountant I: This is the entry-level classification in the flexibly staffed Accountant I/II series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic experience learn Agency systems, operations, practices, and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Positions at this level usually perform many of the duties required of the positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Progression to the Accountant II level is dependent on satisfactory work performance, the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications, and management approval. Supervision Received/Exercised
Receives general direction from assigned supervisory or management staff. Incumbents do not exercise direct supervision over staff. Examples of Essential Functions
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs a variety of technical and professional accounting work supporting cash control, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, asset management, and general accounting processes; prepares financial and statistical statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards. Creates customized accounting and payroll reports; provides recommendations to the resolution of problems related to accounting and payroll processing. Updates, closes, and makes year-end changes to payroll and accounting applications; maintains and reviews payroll to ensure accuracy of payroll and accounting procedures; creates budget reports and provides assistance with payroll budgeting amounts and the distribution of salaries. Compiles and prepares financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers, supporting schedules, and other financial and statistical reports; establishes and maintains complete files and records related to assigned functions. Assists in developing and administering enterprise resource financial system module; identifies system needs and assists information technology staff in system configuration and testing; reviews and evaluates enterprise system control flags to ensure effective operations; coordinates system changes and ensures staff training on system functionality. Inputs a variety of financial and statistical data into an assigned computer system; initiates queries, reviews data, develops spreadsheets, and generates a variety of computerized statements; assures accuracy data input and output. Coordinates negotiated changes in employee benefits, deductions, and new salaries to provide accurate employee payrolls and accounting records. Reviews the agency’s financial records; prepares adjusting journal entries to properly reflect the agency’s financial condition. Maintains and process all deferred compensation and defined benefit records; interprets IRS rules and regulations for employees and accurate payroll processing. Conducts basic internal audits; verifies the classification of funds and accounts; verifies and checks accuracy of reports. Advises operating divisions on established agency accounting procedures and regulations; participate in meetings, conferences, and training. Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, agency management and staff, and the public. Operates a computer and assigned software including word processing, databases, financial and accounting programs. Performs other related duties as required. Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near vision in reading correspondence, statistical data, and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. Qualifications
(The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.) Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for an
Accountant I . A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field. One (1) year of responsible technical or professional accounting or financial support experience, preferably in a governmental agency. Governmental accounting experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
(The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.) Knowledge / Skills of
Operations, services, and activities of a governmental accounting program. Basic methods and techniques of cost accounting. Financial statement preparation. Basic principles and practices of internal control and auditing. Basic principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration. Principles and practices of business data processing particularly related to the processing of accounting and financial information. Mathematical principles. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing. Proper English, spelling, and grammar. Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills including tact, patience, and courtesy. Ability to
Learn and apply principles and practices of internal control and auditing. Learn and apply principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration. Understand the organization and operation of the agency and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. Examine and verify financial documents, reports, and transactions. Prepare a variety of routine financial statements, reports, and analyses. Analyze, post, balance, and reconcile financial data, ledgers, and accounts. Perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations. Read, interpret, and record data accurately. Organize, prioritize, and follow up on work assignments. Make sound decisions within established guidelines. Follow written and oral directions. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Perform complicated mathematical calculations. Operate a computer and assigned software. Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive financial statements, reports, and written materials. Work as part of a team and work independently in the absence of supervision. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Respond and perform assigned duties in the event of an agency-declared emergency. Job Info
Job Identification 53 Job Category Finance Posting Date 01/08/2026, 04:06 PM Apply Before 01/30/2026, 01:30 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA, 91350, US (Hybrid) Minimum Monthly Rate $8,450.00 Maximum Monthly Rate $9,100.00 Contact us hrmail@scvwa.org, (661) 297-1600
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Accountant I: This is the entry-level classification in the flexibly staffed Accountant I/II series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic experience learn Agency systems, operations, practices, and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Positions at this level usually perform many of the duties required of the positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Progression to the Accountant II level is dependent on satisfactory work performance, the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications, and management approval. Supervision Received/Exercised
Receives general direction from assigned supervisory or management staff. Incumbents do not exercise direct supervision over staff. Examples of Essential Functions
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs a variety of technical and professional accounting work supporting cash control, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, asset management, and general accounting processes; prepares financial and statistical statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards. Creates customized accounting and payroll reports; provides recommendations to the resolution of problems related to accounting and payroll processing. Updates, closes, and makes year-end changes to payroll and accounting applications; maintains and reviews payroll to ensure accuracy of payroll and accounting procedures; creates budget reports and provides assistance with payroll budgeting amounts and the distribution of salaries. Compiles and prepares financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers, supporting schedules, and other financial and statistical reports; establishes and maintains complete files and records related to assigned functions. Assists in developing and administering enterprise resource financial system module; identifies system needs and assists information technology staff in system configuration and testing; reviews and evaluates enterprise system control flags to ensure effective operations; coordinates system changes and ensures staff training on system functionality. Inputs a variety of financial and statistical data into an assigned computer system; initiates queries, reviews data, develops spreadsheets, and generates a variety of computerized statements; assures accuracy data input and output. Coordinates negotiated changes in employee benefits, deductions, and new salaries to provide accurate employee payrolls and accounting records. Reviews the agency’s financial records; prepares adjusting journal entries to properly reflect the agency’s financial condition. Maintains and process all deferred compensation and defined benefit records; interprets IRS rules and regulations for employees and accurate payroll processing. Conducts basic internal audits; verifies the classification of funds and accounts; verifies and checks accuracy of reports. Advises operating divisions on established agency accounting procedures and regulations; participate in meetings, conferences, and training. Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, agency management and staff, and the public. Operates a computer and assigned software including word processing, databases, financial and accounting programs. Performs other related duties as required. Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near vision in reading correspondence, statistical data, and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. Qualifications
(The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.) Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for an
Accountant I . A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field. One (1) year of responsible technical or professional accounting or financial support experience, preferably in a governmental agency. Governmental accounting experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
(The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.) Knowledge / Skills of
Operations, services, and activities of a governmental accounting program. Basic methods and techniques of cost accounting. Financial statement preparation. Basic principles and practices of internal control and auditing. Basic principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration. Principles and practices of business data processing particularly related to the processing of accounting and financial information. Mathematical principles. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing. Proper English, spelling, and grammar. Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills including tact, patience, and courtesy. Ability to
Learn and apply principles and practices of internal control and auditing. Learn and apply principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration. Understand the organization and operation of the agency and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. Examine and verify financial documents, reports, and transactions. Prepare a variety of routine financial statements, reports, and analyses. Analyze, post, balance, and reconcile financial data, ledgers, and accounts. Perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations. Read, interpret, and record data accurately. Organize, prioritize, and follow up on work assignments. Make sound decisions within established guidelines. Follow written and oral directions. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Perform complicated mathematical calculations. Operate a computer and assigned software. Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive financial statements, reports, and written materials. Work as part of a team and work independently in the absence of supervision. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Respond and perform assigned duties in the event of an agency-declared emergency. Job Info
Job Identification 53 Job Category Finance Posting Date 01/08/2026, 04:06 PM Apply Before 01/30/2026, 01:30 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations 27234 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA, 91350, US (Hybrid) Minimum Monthly Rate $8,450.00 Maximum Monthly Rate $9,100.00 Contact us hrmail@scvwa.org, (661) 297-1600
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