Accountant I

$63,925 - $94,672/Yr

Mono County - Bridgeport, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Bridgeport, CA

Administration of Environmental Quality Programs

About the position

The Accountant I position at Mono County involves performing a variety of accounting, fiscal analysis, and auditing tasks under general supervision. The role is designed for individuals to learn and apply County fiscal policies and procedures while maintaining and analyzing financial records and transactions. The incumbent will engage in various accounting duties, including maintaining ledgers, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budget control, all while developing the necessary skills to work independently over time.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting work in the establishment and maintenance of County fiscal records.
• Maintain a variety of ledgers and journals; may update the General Ledger.
• Review fiscal records to ensure proper disbursement of funds.
• Prepare annual County/department cost allocation plans.
• Track grant funds and consolidate data; maintain and balance revenue information.
• Audit financial records and prepare information for outside audits.
• Prepare a variety of financial reports and statements.
• Assist with the development and control of budget information.
• Coordinate balancing of cash accounts with banks and other County departments.
• Coordinate posting of journal entries and reconcile problem accounts.
• Oversee contract administration and provide work direction for fiscal support staff as assigned.
• Serve as a liaison with other government agencies, auditors, and the public.
• Prepare documentation for annual audits and perform verification of draft financial audit reports.
• Perform adjusting entries as requested in audit reports.

Requirements

• Knowledge of general accounting theory, principles, and practices.
• Basic knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and policies affecting financial operations.
• Understanding of government cost accounting and budgeting.
• Familiarity with auditing theory, principles, and techniques as applied to government finance.
• Ability to perform a variety of accounting and financial transaction work.
• Proficient in using spreadsheet, word processing, and database software.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate financial information and resolve problems.
• Experience in preparing financial reports and statements.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with computerized financial management systems.
• Knowledge of property tax systems and fiscal reporting.