Staff Accountant-24240509

$55,099 - $74,672/Yr

County Of San Diego - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Diego, CA

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Staff Accountant position at the County of San Diego involves performing professional accounting work, including maintaining financial records, conducting audits, and preparing trial balances. The role requires assisting higher-level accountants with large audits and ensuring the accuracy of accounting transactions. Staff Accountants may also supervise clerical and paraprofessional staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records and perform professional accounting work.
• Assist higher-level accountants in large audits.
• Prepare trial balances and review accounting transactions.
• Prepare and review journal entries for accuracy on general ledger accounts.
• Analyze, verify, and perform account reconciliation processes.
• Conduct routine audit tests and ensure compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Experience in professional accounting work.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare reports.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with government accounting practices.
• Familiarity with accounting software and tools.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan (401k).
• Paid holidays and vacation time.