Accountant III

About The PositionThe County of San Luis Obispo District Attorney's Office is actively recruiting for an Accountant III to join their team!Join our team as an Accountant III and take the lead on complex financial analysis that drives strategic decisions and strengthens our organization’s future!<span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span>Accountant III is part of a career series for Accountant I, II and III. Under direction, performs professional accounting and budgetary work involved in establishing, analyzing, auditing, reconciling and maintaining financial records in support of designated programs or an assigned division or department; provides fiscal administrative support in the preparation, analysis and monitoring of the departmental annual budget and designated budgets and accounts; prepares and audits a variety of financial, statistical and budgetary reports, statements and records; and does other related work as required.Click here to view the full job description for and Accountant III.Job PerksUp to 4 Weeks of Vacation (DOE) Generous Benefits Package -Click here! Other Incentives/Benefits - Click here! PLEASE NOTE: This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.The Ideal CandidateThe Accountant III classification is the advanced-level position in the series. Incumbents work independently, provide specialized fiscal support, may supervise fiscal personnel of a large department, act as team leader and train or supervise junior staff members as assigned.Knowledge OfMethods, procedures and terminology used in professional accounting workPrinciples and practices of governmental accountingGenerally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesAnalysis of complex financial statements and reportsFinancial and statistical record-keeping techniquesPreparation of financial statements and comprehensive accounting reportsBudgeting practices regarding preparation monitoring and controlFinancial analysis and projection techniquesResearch and statistical evaluation techniquesApplicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and proceduresOperation of a computer and assigned softwareEffective oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to:Accurately perform professional accounting and budgetary work involved in preparing, analyzing, auditing, reconciling and maintaining financial records and reportsPrepare, analyze and monitor budgetsProvide consultation concerning assigned accounting and budgetary activities and related functionsReconcile various fiscal statements to assure accurate fund accounting as assignedSupervise, train and evaluate the performance of designated personnel as assigned by the positionCommunicate effectively both orally and in writingInterpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and proceduresEstablish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with othersAdd, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accuratelyAnalyze financial data and prepare reports, forecasts and recommendationsMeet schedules and timelinesOperate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned softwareMinimum QualificationsA combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes: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 and two years of experience at a level equivalent to Accountant II.How To ApplyApplications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca . 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.For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov .Supplemental InformationBackground CheckTo accept a position with the District Attorney’s Office, you must successfully complete a Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion. Please review the below list:Any felony convictionRecent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adultPoor employment historyAny sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugsRecent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substancePoor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidentsRecent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adultAny act of domestic violence, as defined by lawAny crime committed against a childBehavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected classAny material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background processReasonable Accommodation NoticeFederal 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.Veteran's Preference Points If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement .Equal Employment OpportunityThe County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.