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ACCOUNTING MANAGER

$8,209 - $9,978 mo. + excellent benefits

DEFINITION: To manage, direct and coordinate the activities of the general accounting operations; to coordinate accounting activities with other divisions and departments; and to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Director of Management Services. This position exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical and clerical staff.  Applicants with Certified Public Accounting (CPA) Certification and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certification highly preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The employee must have the ability to: 

• Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities related to activities of the division.
• Manage, direct and organize the functions and activities of the City’s general accounting operations.
• Review, analyze and reconcile reports prepared by accountants; review and recommend staff reports relating to accounting; prepare the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) utilizing the Government Finance Officers Association awards standards.
• Coordinate, review and approve various reports including but not limited to the California Debt and Investment Advisory Commission Report, State Controller’s Report, Street Report, and Special District Report.
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Accounting Division’s work plan; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Develop the Accounting Division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, supplies and other projects and services.
• Coordinate the automated accounting systems within the Accounting Division, recommend system enhancement and assist other departments with automated systems interface.
• Oversee and approve the preparation, examination and verification of financial documents and reports; and coordinate and analyze a variety of complex audits, financial statements and reports.
• Supervise the preparation of general purpose and technical financial statements for the City; review and analyze technical and complex financial transactions.
• Analyze and reconcile accounts within the general ledger; review and approve general ledger entries prepared by staff.
• Supervise and review the preparation of technical and complex journal entries.
• Direct and review the accounting for community facilities districts, and monitor development and assessment fees.
• Analyze fiscal and accounting problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences or proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Apply advanced accounting principles to the maintenance of financial and accounting transactions.
• Prepare and analyze technical and complex financial reports, statements and correspondence.
• Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Supervise, train and evaluate personnel.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, bending and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far visions in reading written reports and other work-related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing telephone assistance.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The incumbent must have knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting principles and procedures and their application to a variety of complex accounting transactions and problems; methods and techniques of effective technical accounting report preparation and presentation; recent development, current literature and sources of information related to municipal accounting and administration; and modern office procedures, methods and computer applications. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in professional governmental accounting which included three years local California agency experience and some supervisory responsibility. EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting or a closely related field. MBA/MPA is preferred. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver’s License. Applicants with Certified Public Accounting (CPA) Certification and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certification highly preferred.

Lateral Hiring Incentives*

¨ Hiring Bonus $2,000 - $8,000 (DOE)

¨ 50 Hours Sick & 50 Hours Vacation at the Time of Hire

The County of Yuba is recruiting for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral, within the Sheriff’s Department.  The incumbent receives 9-1-1 system sheriff, fire, medical emergency and rescue calls; dispatches sheriff, fire and medical personnel following established procedures; maintains communication with officers in the field to ensure safety and provide back-up and information; provides relief coverage for the records unit; and performs related work as assigned. These classifications require shift work and the ability to make decisions and act appropriately in stressful situations. The work also involves interdepartmental cooperation with various public safety agencies located throughout the County to coordinate the most effective response to requests for assistance from the public.

About the Sheriff's Department:

The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is comprised of multiple functions within the Operations Division including Valley and Foothill Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics Task Force, Gang Enforcement, Marijuana Eradication Team, Coroner, Crime Prevention, Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, Canine Program, Field Training Officer, Aero Squadron, and Marine Enforcement.  The department is committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve public safety and quality of life issues, consistent with it’s core values.  The Sheriff's Office provides a full range of services to an estimated population of about 70,000.  The Sheriff’s Department is located in the City of Marysville with a substation  in Brownsville.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The San José Fire Department is recruiting for a Public Information Manager. This position is a unique opportunity to help deliver San José Fire Department's to the 10^th largest city in the nation.  The Fire Department Public Information Manager will provide accurate, timely, information internally and to the public to highlight the San José Fire Department's goals, policies, programs, services, and projects. The Public Information Manager reports directly to the Fire Chief and works with Senior Staff to ensure that the Department’s internal and external communication needs are fulfilled. The Public Information Manager position is a critical component of the Fire Chief’s office, regularly communicating with the Mayor’s Office, Council District Offices, City Manager’s Office, Media, other departments and agencies, and the Community. Duties for this position include, but are not limited to, responding to greater alarms and newsworthy incidents as the Public Information Manager, conceptualizing, developing, and managing internal communications, media advisories, press releases, public safety announcements, human-interest stories, public education and special events as well as managing the department’s social media presence.  This position must be able to attend City Council, community, and other meetings as an official representative of the Fire Department.

The ideal candidate will offer excellent speaking, writing, and research skills; high political acumen, professional competence and mastery of subject matters, strong interpersonal skills and work ethic, multi-tasking abilities, steady energy and enthusiasm, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

The San José Fire Department is seeking a dynamic, forward leaning, candidate who wants to have a direct positive impact on how the Department communicates with its employees and is perceived by the Community and key stakeholders.

The starting salary will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Public Information Manager classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

    1. Please describe how you meet the three years of supervisory experience requirement. Please include the following in your response:

               o Job Title

               o Name of Organization/Agency

               o Dates of Employment

               o Average Hours worked per Week

               o Description of Specific Job Duties and Responsibilities

NOTE: Your response must be consistent with your work history and MUST include ALL the information listed above.

    2. If you identify as bilingual, please list which languages you speak.

    3. Describe your experience conceptualizing, researching, developing, writing, producing, and disseminating 1.) internal and external information; 2.) public education and collateral materials; and 3.) program campaigns.

    4. Describe your experience serving as a spokesperson and liaison before stakeholder groups.

    5. Describe your experience managing the development and maintenance of professional websites and content as well as professional social media platforms and relationships.

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Laura Black, Human Resources Manager, at laura.black@sanjoseca.gov.

The City of Lafayette (pop. 24,000) is recruiting for the position of Senior Transportation Planner.  Lafayette prides itself on its vibrant downtown, beautiful tree-studded hillsides and great schools.  This position will be part of the team that ensures that Lafayette retains its semi-rural character and “small town” downtown feel. 

The Senior Transportation Planner participates in broad spectrum of projects ranging from regional policy planning to multi-modal neighborhood circulation.  Immediate challenging opportunities exist for candidates to excel:

• Implement recommendations of a comprehensive study that outlined multi-layer solutions to traffic congestion in the downtown.
• Coordinate, manage and implement projects to improve multi-modal capacity and safety along major traffic corridors,
• Maintain and support transportation programs such as: Walkway & Bikeway Master Plans, Neighborhood Traffic Calming, School Area Traffic Safety.
• Process Transportation Action Requests and manage resident expectations.

The City is seeking a high energy professional who is tactful, self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented. Exceptional analytical and communication skills and the ability to write well and persuasively are required. An understanding of the regional political infrastructure and how it affects policy development and implementation is highly desirable.  The candidate should have a four-year degree with an emphasis on transportation planning, traffic engineering or civil engineering supplemented by coursework in urban planning, community development, business or public administration, and five years professional experience in a similar field. Working knowledge of fundamental traffic engineering principles is also highly desirable.

The salary range for the position is  $90,532 - $119,085 depending on experience and qualifications. Lafayette also provides an attractive benefits package that includes:

• A 401-A retirement plan with City-paid monthly contributions of 10% of salary with the option of a 5% match as well as City-paid social security contributions.  Lafayette does not participate in PERS.
• City-subsidized health and dental insurance as well as life insurance and disability insurance.
• 12 paid holidays, 10 days of administrative leave, and up to 20 days of annual vacation, depending on tenure.
• Challenging, interesting work; opportunities for innovation and creativity; family friendly policies; a flexible work environment; and casual dress.

The position will be open until filled.   To be considered, you must submit a City of Lafayette Employment Application, plus relevant materials that amplify your qualifications.  Please apply online at www.lovelafayette.org/jobs.  Email TRobinson@lovelafayette.org for questions. 
 

The City of Patterson’s Finance Department is seeking to fill a full-time Accountant position.  Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Accountant is responsible for performing technical accounting work of moderate difficulty requiring comprehensive knowledge of the municipal financial functions, government fund accounting, enterprise fund accounting, and automated accounting system.

Salary: $5,506 - $6,626 per month*

Posted: 06/25/2019

Filing Deadline:

Monday, 07/15/2019 by 4:30 p.m. for manual submissions; 5:00 p.m. for online submissions

Tentative Recruitment Timeline* 

EVENT AND TENTATIVE DATE SCHEDULED

Written Exam

Wednesday, July 31, 2019

Oral Board

Monday, August 19, 2019

Final Interview

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

* Dates are subject to change

Position Description

The District has one, open, full-time position of Account Clerk III in the Finance Department of the Administrative Services Division. Under general supervision, performs difficult and responsible sub-professional accounting work including activities related to the operation and maintenance of an Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) accounting, payroll and purchasing systems; and does related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the advanced journey level class in the Account Clerk series.  Incumbent is assigned the more difficult and complex clerical accounting tasks.  Duties performed require a knowledge of overall ERP accounting, payroll and purchasing systems, and the ability to exercise independent judgement in the interpretation of related departmental procedures

Examples of Duties

Typical duties are divided among completion of sub-professional accounting work, payroll and purchasing functions and may include but are not limited to the following:

• prepares billings of miscellaneous accounts receivable;
• communicates with District personnel, vendors, and others regarding invoices, project cost information, payroll related issues, and customer refund inquiries;
• reconciles cash receipts, accounts receivable, and project costs;
• prepares various journal entries;
• assists in sub professional accounting or clerical work as required;
• performs other subprofessional accounting and clerical work as required;
• maintains computerized bid and vendor files;
• prepares purchase orders, requisitions and related documents;
• prepares purchasing reports as required;
• places, expedites and follows up on orders for materials and equipment;
• arranges for return of unacceptable materials, claim adjustments, etc.;
• prepares special reports as required; may draft correspondence;
• may provide lead direction and/or training to other personnel;
• follows applicable safety rules and regulations;
• operates a variety of computer and standard office equipment, including typewriters, fax machines and calculators.

• On a backup basis:
• processes the bi-weekly payroll, payment of payroll related taxes and deductions and completes bi-weekly payroll reporting;
• reviews and processes all payroll data submitted, including timesheets, salary, benefit, and deduction changes;
• enters all data in system and generates bi-weekly payroll checks for all District employees and prepares and electronically transmits the bi-weekly payroll direct deposits to financial institution for processing;
• prepares and submits state and federal payroll tax payments and prepares third party remittance information for submission to Accounts Payable department;
• prepares posting of payroll journal to financial system;
• prepares and reconciles a variety of payroll, tax, retirement, worker’s compensation and fringe benefit reports;
• provides technical assistance to employees on processes related to payroll and time reporting;

Qualifications For Employment

Knowledge of:

• Basic accounting, payroll and purchasing methods, concepts and terms
• accounting, payroll and/or purchasing systems;
• accounting, payroll and purchasing principles and procedures;
• integrated accounting software systems;
• accounting and payroll recordkeeping;
• spreadsheet and word processing programs;
• office practices and procedures;
• proper English spelling, grammar, punctuation, and letter writing practices;
• basic mathematics.

Ability to:

• Perform difficult accounting work with speed and accuracy;
• prepare and maintain a wide variety of reports and records;
• verify, enter and reconcile data;
• analyze situations accurately and independently and adopt an effective course of action;
• understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• work independently and meet deadlines;
• analyze problems and recommend effective solutions;
• maintain confidentiality of information and files;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• operate a personal computer and utilize a computer-based accounting system and word processing and spreadsheet software.

Training and Experience

• Completion of the twelfth grade or its equivalent; and,
• three years of experience involving accounting and/or payroll computerized systems, utilization of PC's and related word and spreadsheet software
   
  The following experience is desirable:
  • SAP, Oracle or Peoplesoft system experience in a payroll, HR, or accounting environment;

Other Requirements

• Per California Government Code, Title 1, Division 4, Chapter 8, Section 3100 “all public employees are hereby declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.”

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

During the course of performing job duties the employee will need the mobility to work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment such as a personal computer, word processing and data base software, calculator, a copy and/or fax machine; enter and retrieve data from personal computers and terminals via keyboards which is often performed while sitting for extended periods of time; operate office equipment requiring repetitive arm/hand movement and/or the coordinated movement of more than one limb simultaneously. The employee frequently stands, walks, bends at neck and waists, twists at neck and waist, uses repetitive hand movement, uses simple and power grasping with both hands, uses fine manipulation of both hands and fingers, and may require use of the arms above the shoulder, climb or balance; stoop, kneel or crouch. This position requires that the employee demonstrate adequate hearing and speech to converse in person and over the telephone, and vision to read printed materials and use a computer screen. The employee is occasionally required to lift and carry short distances objects such as reams of copier paper, office supplies, files, books, printed materials and other packages weighing up to 10 to 25 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate noise.  Position may require the ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Application and Selection Process

To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must submit the following information to the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline shown on this announcement:             

a.    Properly completed District application.  Clearly state the title of the position for which you are applying.

b.   Supplemental application. The attached page of supplemental questions will be a primary tool in evaluating qualifications for this position. The responses will be evaluated along with the completed application form. Applications received without completed Supplemental Responses will not be considered.

c.    Resume and Optional Cover Letter. A resume does not substitute for a completed application. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement in the selection process.  It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to show that he/she meets the minimum qualifications in this job announcement.

The examination process may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical test, and oral and/or final interviews. All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application. Based upon information provided in the application documents, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to continue in the process. An eligibility list may result from this examination process.

The selected candidate, upon acceptance of a conditional offer for District employment, will undergo a background and conducted by an outside agency and must take and pass a pre-employment/pre-duty medical exam and drug test.  Additionally, depending upon job duty assignments, the selected candidate may be required to submit an original California Department of Motor Vehicles H-6 printout (10-year history). Current employees are exempt from this requirement.

Do NOT submit the DMV H-6 until requested to do so.

Online applications are strongly encouraged and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the filing deadline date.

A manual application packet may also be obtained by calling 415-945-1434, or in person at MMWD/HR, 220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera, CA 94925.  The filing deadline time for in-person manual application and faxed application submissions is 4:30 p.m. on the filing deadline date.

If application materials are faxed, the originals of the submissions must be mailed and post marked by the filing deadline date indicated in the job posting. 

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity 
 
 
ACCOUNTANT – ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS

40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIME  
 

The Sonoma County Library is seeking a customer service oriented individual with solid communication, team building, and problem solving skills to serve as an Accountant in its Budget and Finance department.   
 
THE POSITION:  

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position. 
 
Under general supervision, this full-time, benefitted position provides excellent customer service, performs technical and professional accounting work involving the review and analysis of Library budgets, programs, systems and procedures; verifies financial data in the areas of payroll, benefits, and accounts receivable/payable; reconciles general ledger accounts; assists management in auditing, analyzing, and preparing financial and statistical reports and schedules; assists in preparing the Library’s annual budget; maintains liaison with Library departments and branches, providing them with budgetary and organization analysis; and performs related duties as required.  
 
TYPICAL DUTIES include, but are not limited to:  
 

• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the Library annual budget, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing departmental requests, reviewing expenditure patterns, determining fund balances, and projecting future revenues and expenditures.
• Prepares a wide variety of financial and statistical reports including quarterly payroll reports, state library reporting, year-end reporting, budgetary reports, special revenue fund reporting, grant reporting, and other legal documents.
• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the special revenue fund, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing fund requests, reviewing expenditures for accuracy, and reconciling fund balances.
• Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts related to postings from payroll, accounts payable, cash receipts, and accounts receivable; prepares monthly financial statements, including distributing monthly revenue and expenditure reports to departments; prepares numerous monthly financial reports.
• Interprets, explains, and applies general and governmental accounting/auditing principles and procedures, laws, and regulations affecting the financial operations of municipal government.
• Collects, assembles, analyzes and interprets data relating to division operations including policies, functions, organizational structures, forms and procedures, and equipment costing; prepares narrative and statistical reports and makes recommendations in connection with these studies.
• Coordinates, trains, and provides lead direction to staff assigned to the Budget and Finance Section; may provide lead direction and work review to Human Resources Section staff.
• Prepares operating manuals, policies and procedures, and work flow charts.
• Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer and various financial spreadsheet and word processing software, as well as specialized accounting software.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  
 
Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field; and two (2) years of experience performing professional-level work related to accounting, budgetary analysis, general administration including budget preparation, and/or fiscal analysis.  
 
 
SALARY RANGE:   $33.06 – $41.30 per hour plus benefits 
 
CLOSING DATE:  5:00 PM, Wednesday, July 3, 2019 
 
APPLICATION PROCESS:    Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply.  
 
Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.  

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s).   

TENTATIVE TESTING DATE: Thursday, July 11, 2019
 

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility. 
 

 
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION: Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment. 
 
The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list. 
 

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
  
 

OCTOBER 2015        

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT 
 

  
ACCOUNTANT

Represented

DEFINITION 
 Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs technical and professional accounting work involving the review and analysis of Library budgets, programs, systems and procedures; verifies financial data in the areas of payroll, benefits, and accounts receivable/payable; reconciles general ledger accounts; assists management in auditing, analyzing, and preparing financial and statistical reports and schedules; assists in preparing the Library’s annual budget; maintains liaison with Library departments and branches, providing them with budgetary and organization analysis; and performs related duties as required.  
 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Division Manager, Administrative Services or other management or supervisory staff.  May provide training and lead direction to clerical or technical staff, related to technical aspects of the work.   
 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS 
This is a journey-level class that is responsible for gathering, preparing, and analyzing data relative to budget processes, organization, and operational functions.  Incumbents perform the full range of routine and complex departmental accounting and record-keeping programs under only minimal supervision.  Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment.  Normally receives general instructions, with detailed instructions provided on complex new assignments and initiatives.  Has internal and external contact on a regular basis. Incumbents at this level work independently within established procedures and guidelines, exercising judgment and initiative.  Successful performance of the work requires thorough knowledge of governmental accounting practices and procedures, fund accounting, and fiscal management.  This class is distinguished from Division Manager, Administrative Services in that the latter is responsible for the oversight and management of the entire Administrative Services Division, made up of the Budget and Financial Services Section, Facilities Services Section, and Human Resources Section, and is responsible for policy development and regular strategic planning with the Library Director and other members of the Library management team.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. 
 

• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the Library annual budget, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing departmental requests, reviewing expenditure patterns, determining fund balances, and projecting future revenues and expenditures.
• Collects data and performs analysis of Library programs and cost estimates presented in the annual budget for various Library departments.
• Prepares a wide variety of financial and statistical reports including quarterly payroll reports, state library reporting, year-end reporting, budgetary reports, special revenue fund reporting, grant reporting, and other legal documents.
• Monitors expenditures, revenues, and budget allocations to determine the Library's financial status and prepares custom reports, graphs, and schedules as needed.
• Provides responsible professional and technical assistance in the administration and implementation of the Library's financial, auditing, and accounting programs.
• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the special revenue fund, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing fund requests, reviewing expenditures for accuracy, and reconciling fund balances.
• Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts related to postings from payroll, accounts payable, cash receipts, and accounts receivable; prepares monthly financial statements, including distributing monthly revenue and expenditure reports to departments; prepares numerous monthly financial reports.
• Interprets, explains, and applies general and governmental accounting/auditing principles and procedures, laws, and regulations affecting the financial operations of municipal government.
• Maintains and monitors the Library’s grant funds and ensures compliance with finance related rules and regulations governing the use of each grant.
• Analyzes and reconciles expenditure and revenue accounts, including grant accounts; reconciles grant statements and bank statements to the general ledger.
• Collects, assembles, analyzes and interprets data relating to division operations including policies, functions, organizational structures, forms and procedures, and equipment costing; prepares narrative and statistical reports and makes recommendations in connection with these studies.
• Coordinates, trains, and provides lead direction to staff assigned to the Budget and Finance Section; may provide lead direction and work review to Human Resources Section staff.
• Acts as purchasing agent/coordinator for Library system.
• Participates in and assumes responsibility for various departmental programs including financial statements, general ledger, monthly statements, and special accounting projects; conducts and prepares special studies and reports.
• Administers and maintains financial reporting systems software applications, assisting management staff in its use and report functions.
• Confers with division managers, managers, and others in order to secure necessary information.
• May be responsible for other division functions, including coordination of commercial insurance policies, maintenance of the fixed asset system, and preparation of audit schedules.
• May assist on special projects such as financial systems upgrades and implementations.  
• Prepares operating manuals, policies and procedures, and work flow charts.
• Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer and various financial spreadsheet and word processing software, as well as specialized accounting software.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 
 

Knowledge of:  

• Principles and practices relating to modern budget, programs and general systems management.
• Terminology and practices of financial and account document processing and record-keeping.
• General principles and practices of data processing and its applicability to accounting and municipal operations.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to municipal financial operations.
• Principles and practices of business organization and public administration.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Research methodology, report writing, and basic statistics and their application.
• Business arithmetic and financial and statistical techniques.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Library staff. 

 Ability to:  

• Collect and analyze information related to budget, administration and general management.
• Interpret and apply rules, regulations, and ordinances to ensure compliance with federal, state and local agencies.
• Analyze financial data and draw sound conclusions.
• Prepare clear, complete, and concise financial statements and reports.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations.
• Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy.
• Interpret, apply, and explain the Library’s policies and procedures.
• Maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems related to budget management.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

 Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 
 
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field; and two (2) years of experience performing professional-level work related to accounting, budgetary analysis, general administration including budget preparation, and/or fiscal analysis.  
 

Licenses and Certifications:  
None. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
 Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, and over the telephone.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Positions in this classification occasionally lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 
No unique or unusual working conditions apply to this position. 

 Description

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a commuter rail and bicycle/pedestrian pathway project located in Marin and Sonoma Counties.

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to join our  team.

The incumbents support the work of management staff by conducting day-to-day support , professional-level procurement and contract administration activities and by providing a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies

Under general direction, provides professional-level procurement and contract administration duties, including developing requests for proposals, soliciting bids, administering and monitoring contracts, issuing purchase orders, and processing new vendors.  The incumbent performs detailed analyses and support relating to procurement, administrative, budgetary, and contract administration to assigned departmental projects and programs; develops, summarizes, and maintains detailed administrative and procurement records; analyzes programmatic practices and procedures and makes recommendations for organizational, operational, and procedural improvements; fosters cooperative working relationships with District managers, public, and regulatory agencies; and performs related work as required.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

This is a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by, and minimum requirements of, employees in the class.  Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.  SMART reserves the right to determine and amend job responsibilities.

• Coordinates and performs complex professional-level administrative and programmatic work in such areas as procurement, contract administration, and financial analysis.
• Researches and develops detailed product and/or service specifications and establishes contract terms; confers with department staff to resolve questions regarding intent and expected use of goods and services, specification definitions, and scope of work statements.
• Develops and/or assists with bid invitations and solicitations, formal and informal bids, and requests for qualifications/quotes/proposals while ensuring legal and contractual provisions are included to protect SMART’s interests.
• Prepares and distributes notification to vendors on SMART mailing lists, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) businesses, and others; places advertisements in local newspapers; assists with pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences; write and posts addendums.
• Coordinates and participates in the evaluation of bids; develops evaluation criteria and materials; performs price/cost analyses and assesses the quality and suitability of proposed services and purchases; recommends modifications as needed; summarizes bid responses and prepares documentation; participates in the selection of contractors and vendors; develops reports for approval of contract awards.
• Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, creates purchase orders in SMART’s financial system, and tracks shipment of products.
• Conducts a variety of analytical and operational studies regarding procurement activities, including financial, regulatory, operational, or administrative issues or questions; evaluates alternatives, assists with making recommendations, and assists with the implementation of procedural, administrative, and/or operational changes after approval.
• Assists in the preparation of comprehensive technical records and reports.
• Reviews and verifies invoices, documents, packing lists, and forms related to assigned area for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
• Serves as a liaison to employees, the public, private organizations, government agencies, community groups, and other organizations; provides information and assistance regarding procurement programs and services; receives and responds to complaints and questions relating to assigned area of responsibility; reviews problems and recommends corrective actions.
• Reviews contract insurance compliance and works with brokerage firm with regards to compliance and insurance requirements.
• Assists in the development of departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Maintains accurate records and files; develops storage of records and retention schedules.
• Performs other special projects and duties as assigned.

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FINAL FILING DATE:                       Open Until Filled First cut-off is Wednesday, June 26, 2019.                     

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and full-time position of ERP Business Analyst II in the Finance Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am –5:00 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

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DEFINITION

To perform complex analytical, administrative, financial, and technical duties in support of implementation, administration, and operation of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to improve and enhance business systems and applications; act as liaison between functional users and technical groups in the configuration, modification and testing of the ERP system to meet changing business requirements.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey level class within the ERP Business Analyst II series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from assigned management or supervisory personnel. May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level professional and direct supervision over technical and administrative support personnel.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide internal support on business processes and transactions including understanding integration between an ERP system and external systems ensuring issues resolution.
• Collaborate with Information Technology staff to identify and test quarterly patches, service requests and assess impacts to functionality, resolving issues and identifying solutions to the impacted areas through completion.
• Maintain and modify system table configurations in the various ERP modules, including, but not limited to Finance, Budget, Human Resources and Payroll to support on-going business needs.
• Design, develop, and modify custom reports using ERP tools as required by City Council, management, staff, external systems, and outside agencies.
• Lead and participate in projects to examine, define and modify business processes; serve as technical resource for the planning and execution of projects; plan and participate in business requirements gathering and hands on functional and technical testing of new or modified systems.
• Provide technical support to user groups and identify system enhancements, business process reengineering and recommend system changes to improve efficiencies across the City as a whole.
• Responsible for evaluation of business processes for inefficiencies and matching business needs with ERP System capabilities; recommend best practices and provide support in the building, development, testing of new functionality.
• Perform financial analyses and reconciliation and assist with general accounting duties including balancing financial transactions, assisting with reconfiguration, reporting, month end close, and year end close in performing data collection for the production of financial reports including regulatory and compliance reporting.
• Establish and enforce standards for all documentation of application changes and updates to configuration, process and procedures; update training content by working in conjunction with the business owners of the applicable modules; provide support and training to end users.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public, via telephone, e-mail, and written correspondence; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Modern office equipment and methods including use of computer applications in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphic presentation, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Automated accounting and information systems.
• Statistical research and analysis techniques.
• Data analysis and research methods.
• Reporting tools and practices.
• Principles of data management.
• Methods for financial recordkeeping and general ledger reconciliation.
• Principles and practices of generally accepted accounting and reporting activities
• Troubleshooting techniques as it relates to enterprise business applications.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• Principles and practices of business analysis including requirements analysis and solutions assessment.
• Methods and techniques for application development and integration.
• Principles of data retrieval and reporting.
   

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job. Intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time. Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Learn applicable Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Learn specialized business unit work processes.
• Apply accounting principles to the analysis of financial and accounting transactions and audit of financial records.
• Support all current and future system and/or process improvements for Finance, Human Resources, Payroll, and Budget.
• Use automated accounting and information systems.
• Research, analyze and resolve technical administrative issues.
• Analyze large and complex sets of data.
• Work with and maintain the confidentiality of information.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Independently perform professional duties in the analysis of accounting and financial business processes and maintenance and testing of enterprise application systems.
• Analyze, evaluate and integrate business and/or systems processes and procedures to improve current practices and develop effective solutions.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Two years of professional experience performing duties similar to that of an ERP Business Analyst I with the City of Roseville (performing complex analytical, administrative, financial, and technical duties in support of implementation, administration, and operation of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to improve and enhance business systems and applications; acting as liaison between functional users and technical groups in the configuration, modification and testing of the ERP system to meet changing business requirements).

Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business administration, computer science, finance, accounting, or a related field.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1.  Your responses to questions 2-3, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No
   

2.  Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3.  How many years of professional experience do you have performing complex analytical, administrative, financial, and technical duties in support of implementation, administration, and operation of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to improve and enhance business systems and applications; acting as liaison between functional users and technical groups in the configuration, modification and testing of an ERP system to meet changing business requirements?

• Less than 2 years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4-5 Years
• 5+ Years

4.  Please describe your experience implementing and/or maintaining an ERP system.
 

5.  Please identify the products and modules you worked on including any configuration experience.
 

6.  What was the most complex project you worked on and what was your role?

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations.  Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.