Description
The Department:
The Finance Department administers the financial affairs of the City of Santa Clara, including City-owned public utilities. The department is comprised of five divisions, Administrative Services, Budget and Treasury, Accounting, Municipal Services, and Purchasing. Together these divisions carry out the mission of the Finance Department to ensure that the financial/fiscal activities of the City are performed, recorded, and presented in compliance with professional and ethical standards.
The Position:
Accounting Technician I
This is the entry-level class within the Accounting Technician series in the classified service. Performs basic accounting work including the maintenance of financial records, systems or transactions. Interfaces with other City departments, auditors, business entities, governmental jurisdiction and general public, giving and receiving information regarding area of financial responsibility. Performs related duties as assigned.
Accounting Technician II
This is the second level classification in the Accounting Technician series. Performs advanced paraprofessional accounting work including the maintenance of financial records, systems or transactions. Interfaces with other City departments, auditors, business entities, governmental jurisdiction and general public, giving and receiving information regarding area of financial responsibility. May perform more complex processing and reconciliation work and related duties as assigned.
Additional Information:
Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of June 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. 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. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.
The annual salary range for Accounting Technician I is $78,600.72 - $100,518.12. The annual salary range for Accounting Technician II is $82,479.24 - $105,722.40. This position will be filled at or near the bottom of the salary range.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Accounting Technician I
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduation from high school or possession of a GED;
- Two (2) years of work experience in Finance/Accounting (accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, or general accounting);
- Experience with electronic spreadsheet and word processing programs; and
- Experience with online financial systems.
Acceptable Substitution:
College coursework in a related field may be substituted for the required work experience in Finance/Accounting on a year for year basis.
License/Certifications:
None
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience with on-line financial and/or payroll systems;
- Experience with PeopleSoft Financial or Human Resources/Payroll Systems.
Other Requirements:
- Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.
- May be required to work unusual hours and weekends in the performance of their duties.
Accounting Technician II
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduation from high school or possession of a GED;
- Three (3) years of work experience in Finance/Accounting (accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, or general accounting);
- Experience with electronic spreadsheet and word processing programs; and
- Experience with online financial systems.
Acceptable Substitution:
College coursework in a related field can be substituted for the required work experience in Finance/Accounting on a year for year basis, up to two (2) years.
License/Certifications:
None
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience with PeopleSoft Financial or Human Resources/Payroll Systems.
Other Requirements:
- Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.
- May be required to work unusual hours and weekends in the performance of their duties.
Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification for the Accounting Technician I classification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification for the Accounting Technician II classification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.
Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
If applying for Accounting Technician I, you may qualify for:
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score.
If applying for Accounting Technician II, you may qualify for:
PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.
The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov.