Accountant

The City of Salinas invites applicants interested in the temporary position of Accountant. This position will be assigned to support the Finance Department. A typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
This is an hourly, non-benefited, temporary position allowed to work up to a maximum of 1000 hours in a fiscal year with an average schedule of 20 - 25 hours per week.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All applicants must provide proof of the required education at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department by the filing date. Applications are incomplete without the required documents and will be disqualified.
This is an open unfilled recruitment and may close without prior notice.
Summary of Duties: This position performs and assists the department with general accounting work, financial reports, budget development, accounts management, and other administrative duties.
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is an entry level position in the Accounting Series of jobs. This position is distinguished from the Senior Accountant by its performance of routine, non-complex accounting duties. Receives consistent supervision and performs duties with set policies, methods, and procedures.
* Assists in the development and preparation of the monthly posting, balancing, and reconciliation of the general ledger and all other subsidiary accounts; distributes departmental monthly reports for project accounting and cash balances.
* Supports the monitoring and management of daily financial transactions including internally and online; assists with bank transfers, wires, debits, and credit card transactions.
* Gathers, compiles, and reports transactions to resolve deficit budget, miscoded subledger accounts, and general ledger accounts; assists other departments providing financial information and accounting data; generates reports and provides financial and accounting maintenance.
* Supports, assists, and coordinates the development of the City's Annual Budget and Capital Improvement budget; updates schedules, formats documents, assists in the distribution, and encourages transparency across departments and within the City.
* Reviews, monitors, and reconciles bank and investment accounts for the City; ensures checks and ACH payments are cleared for multiple accounts and performs a wide range of routine financial administrative tasks.
* Assists the Senior level staff in the maintenance, support, and management of the general ledger and accounts within the City.
* Contributes to the implementation of changes and updates in accounting systems, procedures, policies, and methods.
* Monitors the status of grant and grant funds; aids, supports, and provides general accounting.
* Performs daily routine business and administrative tasks within the Finance and Accounting Department.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Typical Decisions: The incumbent must be able utilize accounting skills for professional accounting and performing routine accounting duties. Knowledge of:
Accounting Principles.
* GAAP and GASB
* Grant accounting and reporting.
* Principles of Financial Administration, including budgeting and reporting.
* Governmental Accounting
* Modern office practices, procedures, and administration.
Skill in:
* Examining financial documents and reports.
* Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
* Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
* Preparing financial statements, reports, and analyses.
* Utilizing accounting software and standard office software including spreadsheets, word processing, and electronic mail.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. (must provide a copy of degree or unofficial college transcripts.)
Experience: One to three years' experience in accounting, budgeting, auditing, and finance.
Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above minimum qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.