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The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) Senior Budget Analyst position in the Budget and Financial Management Division. This position reports to the Division Manager and will work closely with the City Manager’s Budget Office.   

The Senior Budget Analyst will be responsible for leading the team during the annual budget process by developing budgets, monitoring, and analyzing program expenditures, and providing additional analysis of activity data. This position places a strong emphasis on efficiency, initiative, and requires solid analytical skills (gathering, analyzing, and evaluating data). This position will supply information that will be used in collaboration with other City departments.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• • Prepares and monitors the department or division budget; prepares revenue estimates and forecasts; establishes fees and charges; prepares and monitors operating and capital budgets, grants, contracts, and other financial transactions.
  • Uses automated data processing applications, including spreadsheets and databases, to analyze and present information; uses word processing software to review, revise and format documents for department needs and record keeping; uses e-mail system, calendaring and scheduling with effective, clear, and concise written communication.
  • Prepares and presents administrative data to executive staff in preparation for various audiences (i.e., City Council, Community Advisory Committee, and various regulatory agencies).
  •  Assist with development of Council memos related to budget and ensure accuracy and accountability in financial areas such as purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payment processing.

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.

Salary Information

The current salary range for Senior Analyst is: $88,088.00 - $107,328.00

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

 Competencies:

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

• • Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
  • Fiscal Management – Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.
  • Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. 
  • Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational support and direction. 
  • Analytical Thinking – Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. 
  • Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills – Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. 
  • Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. 
  • Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.

Supervising Accountant

The Supervising Accountant in the Specialized Accounting section of the Accounting Division, under general supervision of the Principal Accountant, is responsible for professional accounting work of considerable difficulty which include: performing detailed analytical reviews of financial statements for the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency (SARA) and City-owned facilities; grant accounting; preparing and/or reviewing portions of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR); and providing supervision over other professional Accountants in the Accounting Division. Salary range: $97,302-118,206.40

Senior Accountant

Under general supervision of the Supervising Accountant, the Senior Accountant is responsible for professional accounting work of considerable difficulty which include: performing detailed analytical reviews of the financial statements, recording and reconciling financial and operational activities of the City’s deferred compensation programs and the Convention Center, preparing or reviewing portions of the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), and providing supervision over other professional Accountants in the Accounting Division. Salary range: $88,088. -107,328.00

The final candidate’s qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in this classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

This is a Cascade Opportunity, as the Finance Department currently has various vacancies throughout the Accounting Division.  In anticipation of potential promotional opportunities, the Finance Department is conducting a cascade recruitment.  If the recruitment of the Supervising Accountant or subsequent position(s) result in an internal vacancy, this recruitment will be used to fill the various vacancies (see positions above). If you are interested in employment any of the positions, you should apply to ensure you are considered.  

Click on this link for the City’s Benefits page and click here for the Finance Department’s website.

Information regarding the California Equal Pay Act can be found by clicking this link.

Supervising Accountant and Senior Accountant classifications are represented by City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP).

Please click the links below for complete details regarding this opportunity.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Accountant - Grant Funded with the NOVA Workforce Services Department. Hosted by the City of Sunnyvale, NOVA provides grant-funded workforce development services to job seekers and businesses in northern Santa Clara County and in San Mateo County.

The Accountant – Grant Funded position works under direction of an assigned supervisor or manager, this position prepares, monitors, audits and analyzes all accounting and financial transactions, budgets, revenue, expenditures and fund balances for the NOVA Workforce Services Department. In addition, this position is responsible for preparing clear, concise and accurate financial reports, month-end and year-end closings and claims for payment required for State, Federal and private sector funding. 

Requires:  The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:
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 supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Tuesday, October 29, 2019 and final filing date is Monday, November 25, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on CITY JOBS.

Salary $39.90 - $50.92 Hourly

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

Menlo Park is seeking a well-rounded Accounting Assistant who provides exceptional customer service and will serve as the first impression for the Finance division. Our ideal candidate will have an aptitude for numbers, attention to detail, and the ability to problem solve or shift priorities based on sound judgement. An ability to learn new processes and software will be expected. An Accounting Assistant who welcomes opportunities to work with the community and as part of a team is encouraged to apply.

A job description, including examples of typical job functions and qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities, is available by clicking on the Job Description link.

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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.

Utility Billing Manager

City of Sunnyvale

Come join Sunnyvale's award winning Finance Department managing the City's innovative, dynamic, and unique Utility Billing Division.  The Finance Department is comprised of six divisions, the Utility Billing Division is responsible for customer service, meter reading, billing, accounting, and auditing for the City's three utilities (water, wastewater, garbage and recycling).  Utility Billing is also responsible for administering the City's Business License, backflow compliance, and central cashiering functions.   

The Utility Billing Manager plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the Utility Billing Division and provides highly complex staff assistance to the Director of Finance, performing related work as required.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, including 4% City-paid Employee PERS contribution. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions. The final filing date is October 9, 2019, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: sunnyvale.ca.gov.

$127,685.00 - $150,218.00 Annually

The City of Campbell announces a work experience employment opportunity in the Finance Department

Position: High School Work Experience, Clerical,  Finance Department

Salary Range: $12.00/hr; 2 days a week minimum

Part-Time, Temporary Non-Benefited position

Schedule: Mondays through Fridays

Approximately 4-10 hours per week

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Position: The Campbell Finance Department seeks an individual to assist with a variety of daily support tasks and clerical duties within the department under general supervision of department staff.

Responsibilities:

Answers inquiries and provides information to interested parties

Provide a high level of customer service while handling routine inquiries and requests

Operates a variety of office equipment including personal computer

Maintain effective communication and working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Maintain accurate and organized program files and records

Follow City and Department guidelines and policies

Meet the public with courtesy and tact

Support internal mail distribution

Organizing and filing documents

Scanning documents

Assist with office supply inventory

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Must be enrolled in high school grades 11 or 12

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to complete assignments

Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively

Selection Process:

The most qualified applicants as determined by initial screening of applications will be invited to

participate in an interview. Selections will be made from the results of the interview, practical and references. Selection is contingent on a pre-employment fingerprinted background check.

How To Apply:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled. Apply online at www.calopps.org OR submit the below materials to kimit@cityofcampbell.com

City of Campbell Employment Application - Available at www.cityofcampbell.com/hr or at Human Resources, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008 (City Hall, Upper Level).

The City of Campbell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Campbell upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

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