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About the Town

The Town of Los Altos Hills is a semi-rural residential community located in the scenic hills of northern Santa Clara County.  The Town's 8,300 residents take great pride in the natural beauty of the Town.  Many residents are actively engaged in local government with over 150 residents serving on City Council appointed advisory committees. The Town’s finances are strong due to a steady local real estate market and a prudent expenditure plan.   The 2019-20 budget totals $17.1M, which $13.5 is the General Fund.  With 23 in-house staff members, the Town provides planning, building, and engineering services; street, drainage, and pathway maintenance; parks and recreation; emergency preparedness and code enforcement; and sewer services.  Law enforcement services are provided under a contract with the Santa Clara County Sherriff’s Office and fire services are provided by the Los Altos Hills County Fire District, a dependent district of Santa Clara County.   

About the department

The Administrative Services Department has three full-time staff members and one 60% part-time employee, who provide all accounting, financial reporting, human resource and risk management services to the organization.  In addition, the department manages contracts that provide information technology support and facilities management.  The department uses the Incode/Tyler financial management system and payroll is processed by ADP.

Position Description:

Under the supervision of the Administrative Services Director, performs a wide variety of accounting and statistical record keeping assignments in connection with processing and maintaining accurate financial records.  Possible tasks and support will be accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and customer service.  Experience in Government Accounting is highly desirable.

Example of Duties

• Assist in fiscal recordkeeping oversight, such as for payroll, accounts payable, purchase orders, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, journal entries, month end entries, budget, and audit.
• Perform and maintain accurate payroll records and assist in HR functions.
• Record and maintain statistical and financial reports.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting; coordinate and provide assistance to internal and external auditors.
• Assist at the counter in receiving the public and providing customer service information in response to citizen requests in a courteous and professional manner.

Knowledge of:

• Generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Debits, Credits and Journal Entries.
• Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Budget process and monitoring.
• Modern office practices and procedures.
• Fund accounting, strongly preferred.

About the Town

The Town of Los Altos Hills is a semi-rural residential community located in the scenic hills of northern Santa Clara County. The Town's 8,300 residents take great pride in the natural beauty of the Town. Many residents are actively engaged in local government with over 150 residents serving on City Council appointed advisory committees. The Town’s finances are strong due to a steady local real estate market and a prudent expenditure plan. The 2019-20 budget totals $17.1M, which $13.5 is the General Fund. With 23 in-house staff members, the Town provides planning, building, and engineering services; street, drainage, and pathway maintenance; parks and recreation; emergency preparedness and code enforcement; and sewer services. Law enforcement services are provided under a contract with the Santa Clara County Sherriff’s Office and fire services are provided by the Los Altos Hills County Fire District, a dependent district of Santa Clara County.

About the department

The Administrative Services Department has three full-time staff members and one 60% part-time employee, who provide all accounting, financial reporting, human resource and risk management services to the organization. In addition, the department manages contracts that provide information technology support and facilities management. The department uses the Incode/Tyler financial management system and payroll is processed by ADP.

About the opportunity

Under the supervision of the Administrative Services Director, the Accountant will perform general and technical accounting work and assists with the financial statement and budget preparation; and to do other work as assigned. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional who takes initiative and possesses unquestionable integrity. The ideal candidate also possesses an in-depth working knowledge of municipal finance, human resources, and general management principles. Most importantly, the ideal candidate will embrace the Town's values and organizational culture.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

➢ Coordinate and prepare postings, balancing of the General Ledger and subsidiary accounts.

➢ Review and analyze financial records for accuracy and completeness; prepare corrections as necessary.

➢ Assist in the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and prepare audit schedules.

➢ Assist in maintaining accounting systems (e.g., payroll, accounts receivable, cash receipts, accounts payable, etc.) and procedures; make necessary adjustments.

➢ Prepare and enter correcting and adjusting journal entries to update the general ledger and other financial reports.

➢ Analyze, reconcile and maintain accurate records for cash accounts, bank accounts and payroll accounts.

➢ Provides banking services to ensure segregation of duties.

➢ Assist in updating policies and procedures

➢ Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance or related field, which must include at least twelve (12) semester units in accounting related subjects. Also, two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting or auditing experience.

Knowledge of: Basic accounting techniques and principles; modern office procedures, method, and computer equipment and software, including Micro Office, accounting software, and database applications. Generally accepted accounting principles and applicability to a variety of accounting audits, transactions, and problems; principles of financial administration, including budgeting and reporting; automatic financial information systems.

Ability to: Learn to apply accounting principles to the maintenance of financial and accounting records; learn to apply Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, PERS rules and regulations and Employee Handbook to accounting and auditing work; examine, verify, and prepare financial documents and reports; prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work.

Analyze and interpret financial, accounting, and / or payroll records; prepare financial research and report preparation methods and techniques; prepare a variety of complex financial statements, reports, and analyses; self- motivate and complete assignments with minimal supervision.

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The City of Belmont is looking for a Temporary Accountant (3-4 month assignment) to perform a variety of professional accounting duties in support of the City's  payroll conversion from MS Dynamics GP to ADP Workforce Now.

Requirements:

A minimum of four years progressively responsible experience in payroll/human resource administration with full cycle exposure: onboarding to tax filing.

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or business administration

Desirable Qualifications:

Certification and special training in payroll operations and/or human capital administration.

Experience with MS Dynamics GP and/or ADP Workforce Now applications.

The City of San Mateo Community Development Department is Looking for a Permit Center Supervisor

Why Join our Department? 

You’ll be joining a team of dedicated and talented professionals that strive to provide the highest quality of service to the San Mateo community, in a dynamic and collaborative work environment. 

The Community Development Department:

Mission Statement:  To ensure a quality-built environment and healthy neighborhoods that contribute to a strong economic base in the City of San Mateo; to be responsive to the community and respected by it; and to provide outstanding customer service.

The Community Development Department, also known as CDD, is organized into four divisions — Building, Code Enforcement, Neighborhood Improvement and Housing, and Planning Division. CDD has broad responsibilities including long-range planning, review of applications for new development, implementation of the City’s housing programs, and maintenance of neighborhoods.  The CDD Permit Center provides centralized permit services for building, planning and development applications and provides general and technical assistance related to building and zoning codes and City procedures.

This position will work alongside a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who work closely with the public and personnel from other city and county departments.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://youtu.be/XNAF7GZUNl8

What You’ll Do

The Permit Center Supervisor plans, organizes, supervises, coordinates and participates in the work of the team assigned to assist customers with successfully interfacing with the City’s planning, building, development, and permit processes.  The position also provides technical expertise in building and/or zoning code administration or development review processes.  The Permit Center Supervisor receives general direction from the Building Official or higher level department personnel and exercises direct supervision over technical and support personnel.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/View/522

The City of St. Helena has an exciting opportunity to fill a position in the Finance Department.  This is a great opportunity to become part of a Customer Service focused team of dedicated individuals that take pride in serving the local community.

Distinguishing Characteristics:  The Accounting Assistant I is the entry level class in the accounting support series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform the more routine accounting support and customer service duties while learning City policies and procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines.

The Accounting Assistant I receives direction from the Director of Finance, or designee.

Examples of Duties: (include but are not limited to the following) 

• Operates cash register, acts as front counter staff.
• Receives the public, answers questions and processes requests; responds to inquiries from customers and others and refers, when necessary, to appropriate persons.
• Prepares, processes, maintains and verifies purchasing, financial and accounting documents and records.
• Performs accounting and financial office support work in areas such as cashiering, accounts receivable, utility billing, fixed assets and business licenses.
• Provides information to the public and City staff requiring the use of judgment and the interpretation of a variety of policies, rules and procedures; processes outgoing mail.
• Receives payments, issues receipts, balances cash and prepares bank deposits.
• Performs data entry and posts receipts to various City accounts and funds.
• Maintains and files various documents and records. May perform a variety of general office support functions, including typing, record keeping, proofreading and forms and report generation.
• Prepares financial, statistical or operational reports as assigned.
• Prepares accounts receivable billings and reconciliation.
• Verifies incoming revenue from various City departments and other agencies.
• Processes all utility billing and utility customer requests.
• Maintains posting of payments.
• Works with the Water Department to process monthly meter reads and customer requests.
• Generates new utility billings and past due notices.
• Prepares monthly utility billing reports and reconciliations.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

There is a no smoking policy in effect within the City offices and vehicles. St. Helena is an equal opportunity employer. The City of St. Helena will require documentation of the legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act upon hire.

Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): With prior notice to the Personnel Department regarding testing or job performance modifications, the City will make every attempt to offer reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.
 

The Community

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and the state’s capital, Sacramento, Suisun City is hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail service right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. The Waterfront Promenade offers beautiful views and serves as an ideal setting for a myriad of outdoor activities, dining choices and lunch hour strolls.

The Department

The Administrative Services Department is responsible for the financial and administrative functions of the City, including budgeting, accounting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, utility billing & collections, risk management, human resources and information technology.  The Department is under the executive leadership of the Administrative Services Director, and is organized into three divisions: Accounting Services, Budget & Human Resources and Information Technology.

The City of Sunnyvale is looking for a Human Resources professional with strong analytical skills to join the Sunnyvale Human Resources management team.  The Principal Human Resources Analyst will conduct surveys, analyze data, and present results in graphical and narrative formats.  This Term-Limited assignment will manage and administer the departmental budget, prepare data for benefit census and other post-employment benefits requirements, support the City's negotiation team with background research and draft proposals, and lead departmental projects.   Become a part of this hard working and dynamic team of energetic and proficient employees

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, including 4% City-paid Employee PERS contribution and the 2% at 60 retirement plan for Classic employees. A complete application packet consists of a City employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The recruitment closes on October 29, 2019 at 5:00 pm.  For complete information regarding this opportunity and to apply, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov, click on City Jobs.

Salary:  $ 120,036.00 - $144,748.00 Annually; a 3.5% confidential premium is reflected in the advertised rates

The City of Sunnyvale is recruiting for the position of Accountant – Term Limited for the Finance Department. The Accountant is responsible for performing a variety of professional accounting tasks; may provide technical and functional supervision over assigned technical staff; coordinates with other divisions or departments to complete routine and non-routine functions associated with area of assignment; and performs related work as required.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or a related field and one year of professional accounting experience.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions.  The final filing date is October 23, 2019, by 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 complete and qualified applicants, whichever is first.  For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click Jobs.

$39.90 - $50.92 Hourly

$82,986.38 - $105,913.60 Annually

Calling all Risk Management professionals- The City of Glendora has a unique opportunity for a data driven, risk mitigating individual to supervise and oversee the City’s Risk Management programs. Working with all levels of City staff, the incumbent will utilize forward thinking strategies to modernize and centralize Risk Management functions including; City liability, general insurance and safety. If you have experience in principles and practices of risk management and are willing to take on new challenges we invite your application. Outstanding communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff teams and outside third party administrators is a MUST! Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification highly desirable.

Under general direction, supervises, plans, organizes, and coordinates a comprehensive risk management program with the objective of conserving City resources and assets against the effects of loss; forms collaborative partnerships with City departments to proactively anticipate risk/safety concerns while being responsive as issues arise; prepares various risk assessments and claims analysis in coordination with third party administrators (TPA); provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Finance Director/City Treasurer; performs related duties as required.

Some of the typical duties of the Finance/Risk Supervisor include but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinates the organization and operational activities for City’s Risk Management program.

• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for Risk Management; identifies resource needs; recommends and implements policies and procedures.

• Monitors and manages the City’s general insurance program; reviews insurance language in contracts for City staff; oversees renewal of policies; coordinates acquisition of certificates of insurance; responds to questions form City staff and interacts with City’s joint powers authority.

• Identifies potentially difficult or complex claims by working with TPA to collect and evaluate data; define and select alternatives and/or initiate actions to implement solutions.

• Assist City departments in completing claim investigations; works with employees in the field to identify unsafe conditions or practices and recommend solutions.

• Works to continuously improve the safety of City facilities by surveying City facilities; programs and operations to identify potential liabilities and evaluate related insurable risks.

• Assists in establishing loss prevention programs and procedures including restitution; reports unsafe conditions and assists City staff in taking corrective actions.

• Review contractor’s and special event requests certificate(s) of liability insurance on behalf of applicable City departments for compliance with City requirements; may secure special event insurance for City sponsored events.

• Performs risk assessments and process evaluations for the purpose of streamlining and improving processes.

• Prepares reports, statistical data, correspondence, policies and manuals related to risk management programs; maintains records.

• Prepares, oversees, and administers budget of internal service funds for worker’s compensation and general liability.

• Conducts and prepares various complex analyses, studies and reports; presents staff reports of findings and recommendations as to appropriate action; compiles information and prepares manuals, documents, resolutions, publications or other necessary correspondence relating to administrative, fiscal or operational issues.

• Analyzes new and proposed legislation, industry trends and claim costs; recommends changes in operations and procedures to reduce risk.

• Monitors, analyzes trends, and recommends strategies for the workers’ compensation program in collaboration with the Human Resources Department.

• In coordination with other City department’s plans and/or conducts safety training; actively participates in the City’s Safety Committee.

• May supervise and direct the work activities of others involved in related activity and review work for accuracy.

• Participates and contributes to other assignments as needed within the Finance Department.

For a complete job description, applicants may go to the City’s website at cityofglendora.org  or contact the Human Resources Department.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Education  and/or  Experience:  Any  combination  of  education  and  experience  that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with major coursework in public or business administration, financial management, risk management, insurance or a related field; five years of increasingly responsible experience in mitigating risk, preferably in local government, financial management and budgeting, including some supervisory experience. Associate in Risk Management (ARM) certification highly desirable.

Knowledge and Skill Levels: Principles and practices of risk management and asset protection programs; laws of contracts relating to risk management and asset program protection, statistical and financial analysis; data collection techniques. Principles of municipal administration and budget. Methods and techniques of loss control and self-insurance programs; claims administration. Proven training methods and techniques. Procurement process for insurance policies.

Selection Process:

All applications will be reviewed and evaluated.  Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%.

CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 31, 2019 at 4:00PM

INTERVIEWS:  TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 14, 2019

A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps. Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website.  The City of Glendora is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The City does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability.  Please notify the Human Resources Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.