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Nevada County Accountant-Auditor I - Limited Term in Nevada City, California
Accountant-Auditor I - Limited Term
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Accountant-Auditor I - Limited Term
Salary
$64,394.88 - $78,612.96 Annually
Location
Nevada City, CA
Job Type
Limited Term
Job Number
2024-0057
Department
Auditor-Controller
Opening Date
10/01/2024
Closing Date
10/15/2024 8:00 AM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD OCTOBER 22 AND 23
The County of Nevada, California, is in search of an Accountant- Auditor I/II
The professional and dynamic Auditor-Controller's Office is looking for motivated candidates ready to complete a variety of sophisticated accounting duties in accounts payable and expense management, payroll, reporting and analysis, in addition to statistical, and narrative reports vital to producing accurate and timely financial statements.
The position is limited term through December 2026.Even though it is limited term, candidates will be offered all the benefits and perks of full-time employment.
We need additional staff support to help us continue our excellence in business operations while existing staff plan and implement a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software system. The new ERP software system will replace the County’s outdated financial management system and improve business processes, financial reporting, treasury management, and payroll/employee administration to allow stakeholders to have more precise financial information for timely decisions. The project requires current staff experts to be directly involved in the implementation of this innovative system, which is where you come in.
So, if you're interested in gaining valuable hands-on experience while supporting current staff of the Auditor-Controller’s office on the multi-year, multi-phase software implementation, we want to hear from you!
Main Duties:
This position will be primarily focused on fiscal and administrative activities related to the daily operations of the Auditor-Controller’s office including but not limited to:
Assist with daily cash balancing and revenue research
Review and post accounts payable documents and reconcile County credit card activities
Participate in preparation of various financial statements and footnotes for the County Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
Review and post journal entries
Assist with preparation of the Countywide Cost Allocation Plan
Reconcile various accounts and conduct ledger reviews
Assist with the implementation of new GASB pronouncements
Prepare and file claims and reports with various governmental regulatory agencies
The ideal candidate will have a good working knowledge of governmental accounting principles and standards, be proficient in the use of spreadsheets and general software programs, be a good critical thinker, be a quick learner, and be comfortable taking on a variety of accounting assignments with limited training. Familiarity with GASB pronouncements is a plus.
Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and clear communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and balanced.
Our staff members enjoy an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to, a generous sick time/vacation/leave benefit; 11 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays; CalPERS retirement; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a flexible spending account (FSA); a dependent care account (DCA); and a deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options. The County also participates in thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) .
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Education and Experience Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with major coursework in accounting, auditing or related field and one year of progressively responsible, professional or journey level accounting or auditing experience, preferably in governmental accounting.
Read more about the job classification and minimum requirementshere (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1082432?keywords=accountant-auditor&pagetype=classSpecifications) .
Benefits Guide
The Benefits Guide (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/50968/Nevada-County-2024-Open-Enrollment-Benefits-Guide) is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2024 Health Insurance Plans
Anthem Select HMO
Anthem Traditional HMO
Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
Blue Shield Trio HMO
Kaiser HMO
PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
PERS Platinum PPO
PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
Flexible Spending Accounts
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Basic Term Life
Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
Optional Dependent Term Life
Optional Term Life
Dental & Vision Insurance
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
www.nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education? Please attach copies of diplomas or transcripts (unofficial are accepted) to be given full consideration.
Did not graduate High School or GED
High School Diploma or GED
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
02
Please let us know the major subject area of your college education.
03
How many semester units of college-level coursework do you have in Accounting-related subjects? Please provide copies of transcripts in order to be given full consideration.
None
Less than 9 units
9 to 14 units
15 or more units
04
Have you completed an accredited accounting certificate program that includes a minimum of 20 units of accounting from an accredited college or university? If so, please attach a copy of your certificate to be given full consideration.
Yes
No
05
Which of the following best describes your years of experience comparable to Nevada County's classification of Accounting Technician?
None
Less than one year
1 year to less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 5 years
5 or more years
06
Please describe a complex spreadsheet or workbook you created. Describe the need you were trying to meet and how your spreadsheet helped.
07
Please explain your familiarity with GAAP, GASB, Single Audit, Governmental Accounting and Governmental Reporting.
08
Please describe your experience with financial statement preparations.
09
Are you retired from a CalPERS agency (CalPERS annuitant)? Due to CalPERS restrictions, annuitants are not eligible for this position.
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
County of Nevada
Address
950 Maidu Avenue
Nevada City, California, 95959
Phone
530 265 7010
Website
https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/
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