The City of Saratoga is looking for an accounting professional ready for the next step in their career to join our Administrative Services Department team as a full-time Accounting Technician. The Technician, under general supervision, performs journey-level technical and administrative accounting duties related to the preparation, maintenance, and processing of accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions for the City. Responsibilities include reconciling accounts and ledgers, preparing financial reports, executing batch runs and wire transfers, and maintaining both manual and computerized financial records. The role also involves establishing and updating vendor accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations, and assisting with financial reporting activities. The incumbent will be assigned to the Accounts Payable and Program Procurement Support areas and will report to the Finance Manager.
The Technician will have knowledge of and proficiency in: Terminology and practices of financial and account document processing and record-keeping, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, utility billing, and business licensing; Methods and techniques or preparing and maintaining records of financial transactions; Methods and techniques of researching and resolving accounting transactional discrepancies; Business arithmetic and basic accounting and financial management knowledge; Record-keeping principles and procedures; Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and ordinances relevant to the area(s) of responsibility; and related areas necessary to perform the essential functions of the position
City offices operate on a 9/80 schedule. This position is located at City Hall, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue; operational hours are 7:30 am-5:00 pm.
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