Accountant

Definition

Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 04/22/24 - Written examination
Week of 05/06/24 - Oral interview

Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.

Under direction, to perform advanced governmental and proprietary fund accounting; to prepare financial and budgetary analysis and forecasts; to supervise clerical employees; and to do related work as required.

Essential Functions

Performs advanced governmental and proprietary fund accounting work; prepares and assists in preparation of various periodic, and fiscal year end statements, reconciliation’s, and financial reports such as the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR); uses advanced computerized accounting systems; prepares financial and budgetary forecasts; uses automated spreadsheets and word processing programs; researches various problems and/or related financial issues and reports and/or implements solutions for such problems or issues; responds to, and coordinates audits for various outside agencies; supervises, trains, and evaluates the work of assigned clerical personnel; performs various internal audits on City and related agency departments in various locations; reports audit findings.

Minimum Qualifications

Employment Standards:

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of governmental and proprietary fund accounting.

Skill in the use of computerized accounting systems; the use of automated spreadsheet and word processing programs.

Ability to maintain and improve advanced automated accounting systems and procedures; effectively supervise, train and evaluate clerical employees; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees and the public.

Education/Training: Completion of 18 semester units in accounting from an accredited college and a minimum of two years experience in governmental accounting or auditing. NOTE: A bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration may substitute for one year of required experience.

Supplemental Information

A valid California Class “C” driver’s license or equivalent may be required at time of appointment.

This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
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