Job description
The Department of Social Services provides public services that promote self-sufficiency, health and well-being. These programs help ensure the protection of children, the elderly and dependent adults and provide a safety net for individuals and families who need assistance with basic necessities, such as food, housing and health care.
Under direction, independently performs complex and responsible paraprofessional accounting work; is assigned the overall technical responsibility for the financial operation of a major accounting system or entity; and does other related work as required.
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties
Prepares accounting statements and statistics of an analytical nature; maintains journals and ledger of a major budget unit; audits expenditure documents and appropriation transfer for compliance with county policies and procedures and applicable laws; maintains fund control for an accounting entity and prepares reports on financial status; prepares income statements, balance sheets, and financial reports relating to the accounting entity's operation; plans, assigns, reviews, and supervises the work of subordinates; maintains operational control over a major cost accounting, payroll or independent accounting system; receives and classifies accounting data; assists in accounting studies and the compilation of cost and budget estimates; audits expenditure elements; answers questions that involve searching for and abstracting technical data and detailed explanations of law, policies or procedures; prepares complex statistical and fiscal reports; keeps and maintains a variety of records, journals, ledgers, and reports; may assist in the preparation of grant payment requests; may assist in accounting for Capital Projects; operates a variety of office equipment including word processors, personal computers, data processing equipment, facsimile, electronic copiers, printers, adding machines, calculators and other modern office equipment.
Or B: Two years of experience as a Senior Account Clerk or an equivalent position. (Successful completion of six (6) semester units of a professional accounting curriculum from an accredited institution may be substituted for one year of the required experience for either A or B above.)
Or C: An A.S. degree from an accredited college which includes 6 semester units of Accounting.
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
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Our Community
San Luis Obispo County's natural beauty includes beaches, lakes, mountains, wetlands, and oak- studded hills. It's home to California Polytechnic State University, Cuesta Community College, Hearst Castle, two historical missions, and a commercial airport. A Mediterranean climate keeps San Luis Obispo at an average daytime high of 70ºF with usual lows in the 40s. Varied and growing industries form its stable economy.
Residents rejuvenate themselves by enjoying the county's year-round farmers markets, wineries, public trails, and cultural events.
More information about San Luis Obispo County can be found at: http://www.visitsanluisobispocounty.com/.
Compensation
The annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package which includes:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Participation in the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust Retirement Fund
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Flexible Spending Section 125 Plans
- Paid Personal, Sick and Vacation Days
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education Allowance
- Post Employment Health Plan
Depending on your position, you may be eligible for additional benefits.
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