Location
Description
City of Pacifica
Invites you to apply for the position of:
ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I / II / III
Account Technician I | $72,708.00 - $88,392.00
Account Technician II | $79,980.00 - $97,248.00
Account Technician III | $93,336.00 - $100,512.00
THE OPPORTUNITY
The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity for Financial professionals. Currently, the City is recruiting for an Account Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have basic experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and strong customer service skills.
The Account Technician’s are responsible for performing a variety of technical accounting duties, including the compilation and verification of difficult, complex financial and statistical data from a wide variety of sources. The level of placement will depend on the incumbents qualifications.
At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.
We invite you to explore this opportunity with us. Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application in CalOpp.org. Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Applications can be obtained online at https://www.calopps.org/city-of-pacifica.
This is a full-time benefited position that includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Ideal Candidate
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Process financial transactions in a timely manner in compliance with laws, regulations, and City policy.
- Perform a variety of clerical and technical accounting duties.
- Filing and maintaining payroll registers, check registers, and other financial records.
- Procurement of appropriate signatures for unpaid invoices, verification of the accuracy of invoices and payment authorizations from City departments.
- Data entry of all invoices for payment, and preparation of payment authorizations for Finance.
- Prepare journal vouchers and reconcile the accounts receivable balances in the general ledger.
- Maintain cash receipt records, accounts receivable registers, report of invoices, aging reports, and other financial records.
- Maintain file of miscellaneous accounts receivables including initiation of billings, collections, and follow-up on accounts.
- Assist with business registrations, accounts receivable and accounts payable functions as needed.
- Process Bank Statement Reconciliations.
- Review payment requests and process payments to vendors for various City departments and agencies.
- Audit invoices against services or products delivered by verifying the mathematical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established standards and procedures.
- Review, enter, and proof payroll data and issue paychecks and electronic payroll deposits.
- Maintain employee payroll files and keep records of employee benefits (e.g. health insurance, retirement contribution, deferred compensation) and payroll deductions and use this information to prepare Annual Benefit Statements.
- Prepare payroll journal vouchers and reconcile payroll related benefit account balances to the general ledger.
- Consult and coordinate with the Human Resources Division as needed in an effective and efficient manner.
- Assist with business registration, accounts receivable and accounts payable functions as needed.
EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
- ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Higher education financial related coursework required
- One (1) year of work experience related to finance/accounting
- Experience with TylerMunis software highly preferred
- Experience with Accounts Payable highly preferred
- ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN II
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Higher education financial related coursework required.
- One (1) year of payroll or financial record keeping work related experience.
- Experience with TylerMunis software highly preferred
- ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN III
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:- Associates/Bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent certificate program
- Higher education financial related coursework required
- Four (4) years of work experience related to accounting.
- Experience with TylerMunis software highly preferred
Benefits
The City's comprehensive benefits package includes:
Holidays: Thirteen (13) days per year.
Vacation: From 11 to 27 days per year, depending on length of service.
Sick leave: Accrual is one day per month, with no limit on accrual.
Retirement: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide a retirement plan that utilizes the formula of 2.5% @ 55 for "Classic members" or 2% @ 62 for "PEPRA members." Classic Members contribute 8% employee contribution plus 2.5% employer cost share for a total contribution of 10.5%. PEPRA members pay 6.75% employee contribution plus 2.5% employer cost share for a total contribution of 9.25%.
Insurance: The City provides its employees with a medical insurance allowance that allows employees to purchase medical insurance through either Teamsters Union #856 Health and Welfare or CalPERS medical benefits plan. Some plans require employee contributions. Employees with proof of qualifying health insurance coverage through another group health plan may qualify for a "Health In-Lieu Payment" when declining city coverage.
The City contributes toward a dental insurance plan and vision plan for employee and all eligible dependents.
The City pays premiums for:
· Life insurance premium in the amount of $30,000.
· Long term disability insurance (to begin sixty days after onset of non-work-related illness or injury).
Training: The City will pay up to $2,000 per fiscal year toward the cost of books and tuition required as part of courses taken that are job-related.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in a choice of three deferred compensation plans.
Union Membership: This position is represented by the Teamsters Local 856, Miscellaneous Unit.
Special Instructions
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application through CalOpps.
All sections of the application, including employment history, must be fully completed. Applications with incomplete or missing information may not be considered. Resumes must be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Applications can be obtained online at https://www.calopps.org/city-of-pacifica.
Examination and Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted. Candidates may be screened to identify those most qualified and invited to participate in subsequent stages of the recruitment process, which may include panel interviews and/or skills assessments.
Following the establishment of mutual interest, a conditional offer of employment may be extended. The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, Department of Justice fingerprinting.
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The City of Pacifica is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, discipline, and termination, are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. The City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and the community we serve.