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On behalf of the Citrus Heights Water District, Regional Government Services (RGS) is pleased to recruit for the exciting part-time position of:
 

FINANCE / ACCOUNTING INTERN

Wage:  $14.00 - $18.00 DOQ

Final Filing Date:  Open until Filled

First Review on March 4, 2019

The Citrus Heights Water District is seeking a motivated college student majoring in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field who is looking to obtain professional experience.  This opportunity is an excellent opportunity to gain experience with a public water utility agency.

The position will be filled immediately and the expected term of employment is for a minimum of one (1) semester.  The work schedule will be negotiable, based on the incumbent’s school schedule.  District Offices are closed on Fridays.

This part-time Finance/Accounting Intern position is intended for an upper-level college student.  The Finance/Accounting Intern will provide intern-level support to the Operations Department.  Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist Administration staff with preparing and compiling financial and accounting reports and related duties.
• Assist Administration staff with financial/accounting statistics, analyses and operational reports.
• Enter data in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and various District databases.
• Perform other duties as required.

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities for satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

Education:
Equivalent to the completion of two (2) or more years of college with major coursework in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

Experience:
No experience required. The following experience is preferred: 

• Experience with Microsoft Office; in particular Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Experience working in an office environment and using a variety of office equipment.
• Experience gathering financial and accounting data and information.

THE CITRUS HEIGHTS WATER DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The position opens Wednesday, January 30, 2019 and the final filing date is Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified applicants, whichever is first.

The current list will be used for multiple vacancies and may be used for future vacancies.

The current openings are in the Utility Billing Division of the Finance Department.  Technicians assigned to this division will provide support to the City's utility billing process.  Job responsibilities may include data entry, review and update of billing rates, billing and inventory database maintenance, posting daily cash receipts, creating journal vouchers, reviewing account adjustments, account reconciliation, researching and resolving discrepancies, and general review of account billing, collections and other processes.  This position is very fast paced, and requires a high level of interaction with other departments and external customers.  A high level of attention to detail is imperative for success in this position.

Under general direction, performs complex clerical duties related to major or specialized areas such as accounting, reconciliation, billing, auditing, and/or collections support functions; performs tasks related to the day-to-day operations of the assigned area including verifying and coding financial data, processing and tracking data, and answering questions; and performs related work as required.

Requires:  Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; AND Three years of progressively responsible technical accounting support experience, with at least two years specific to assigned functional area, including automated financial systems.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 21, 2019 (postmarks or faxes are not accepted).  If interested in this position, you should apply as soon as possible as only the first 100 qualified and complete applications will be considered.

Salary $69,438.93 - $88,623.39 Annual

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

The Finance Department is seeking a Program Manager I in the Revenue Management Division. Under general supervision from the Deputy Director, the Program Manager directs and manages the day-to-day operations for the Utility Billing function of the Revenue Management Division.  The Program Manager has one direct report and seven indirect reports and leads the billing and collection function for City facilitated water, solid waste collection, storm sewer, and sanitary sewer services.

The organizational structure consists of the following Divisions:

- Accounting

- Purchasing

- Revenue Management, Banking, and Administration

- Treasury

The Finance Department and its personnel demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork, fiscal responsibility and building lasting partnerships.

The essential duties of the Program Manager I position will also include:

·         Supervise all aspects of the Utility Billing function, including resolving   
   customer inquiries and escalations

·         Establish job expectations, performing probationary and annual performance
   appraisals, and managing performance and disciplinary issues

·         Lead system implementation teams to define financial and billing functions,
   document procedures, develop testing scenarios and defining system test
   criteria

·         Develop, implement, and evaluate policies, procedures, and practices and
    initiate actions for continuous process improvements

·         Prepares revenue forecasting, reconciles Utility Billing sub-system to the
   Financial Management System (FMS) and evaluates reserves for the
   allowance for doubtful accounts

·         Oversee and provide technical advice on issues related to Utility Billing

·         Coordinate with other City, departments as needed

The City of Campbell announces an employment opportunity for:

Finance Director

Open Date: Monday, January 21, 2019

Close Date: Friday, March 1, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

Salary: $12,844.00 - $16,800.16 per month (Dependent Upon Qualifications)

Finance Director:   Under administrative direction of the City Manager, to manage a comprehensive financial program for the City; to supervise all municipal accounting, budgeting, purchasing, data processing and risk management functions; and to do other work as directed.

Typical Duties:  Plans, organizes, supervises and directs the financial activities of the City including accounting, cash management, bond sales and related matters, investments and risk management; supervises, organizes and leads the preparation of the operating budget for the City and prepares annual revenue estimates; directs the preparation of accounting reports required by law and prepares various financial reports; formulates departmental policy and develops related goals and objectives; analyzes fiscal transactions to assure conformity and compliance with accepted accounting procedures, City procedures and methods, and Municipal, State and Federal regulations; directs and coordinates the processing of City accounting procedures; maintains, analyzes and reconciles all subsidiary and general ledger accounts; directs and reviews financial record keeping activities such as purchasing, fixed assets, and accounts payable; researches, compiles and prepares financial statements and supporting schedules; works with other City staff on accounting and analytical related issues and problems; reviews, evaluates and recommends policies to improve the City's administrative and financial internal control systems and procedures; serves as risk manager for the City, authorizes settlements of claims within prescribed limits; and coordinates the reporting of claims resulting from a declared emergency.

Ability to:  Plan, direct, coordinate and review municipal accounting, budgeting, data processing and risk management activities; prepare, verify and analyze complex financial and accounting reports; understand and interpret City, State, and Federal laws pertaining to governmental accounting; examine and verify financial documents and reports; analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives and implement creative recommendations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; effectively manage, train and evaluate staff; use independent judgment, within established guidelines, in the course of undertaking assigned responsibilities; communicate effectively both  verbally and in writing; ability to regularly talk and hear; frequently sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; vision abilities required include close vision, distance, peripheral and depth vision.

Knowledge of:  Principles, practices and techniques of governmental accounting, auditing, debt management, budget preparation, investment and financial analysis, revenue forecasting, purchasing, business data processing and risk management; and applicable laws and financial reporting practices regulating municipal financial administration; basic Management Information Systems applications for accounting and bookkeeping functions; and supervisory and office management principles and practices.

Education and Experience:  Graduation from college with a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or closely related field.  Five years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal accounting and budgeting, two years of which shall have been at a supervisory level.  An advanced degree in a related field or a CPA Certificate is desirable.

Possession of: Valid California Driver's License

Application Process:

City employment applications may be obtained from the City of Campbell Human Resources Division, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008; by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofcampbell.com or at www.calopps.org.

A completed employment application and resume must be received by the Human Resources Division no later than March 1, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. Applications may not be emailed or faxed. Please do not substitute “see résumé” on the employment history section of the applications. Résumés should be attached separately.

Testing Process:

Following initial screening of applications, those applicants with the most appropriate qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a complete background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Campbell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

For questions regarding this recruitment, please call Human Resources at 408-866-2122 or email hr@cityofcampbell.com