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Accounting Technician

Recruitment #15-404030-01

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Introduction

Do you enjoy the intricacies of numbers?

Solano County takes pride in being a fiscally responsible agency. For the 12th consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the County of Solano and the Auditor-Controller's office for the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2013. This excellence cannot be acheived without a strong accounting support staff. Solano County is the perfect place to grow your career. To learn more about Solano County and ways we safeguard the trust placed in us by our citizens, please visit our website and view the 2014 Annual Report: http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/county_admin/annual_reports/2014.asp

The Position

Under supervision, an Accounting Technician performs advanced accounting support, bookkeeping and statistical reporting and recording activities and/or leads the work of a unit performing these tasks; processes accounts payable and receivable; posts financial transactions to automated accounting system; researches and audits claims for accuracy and completeness; balances statements and produces fiscal reports; assists in budget preparation and projections; may assist in the development and implementation of an account records system and automated system; performs related duties as required.

The current vacancy is in the Department of Health & Social Services for a regular full-time position.

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Two (2) years full-time work experience as an Accounting Clerk II or Accounting Clerk III, or equivalent AND   One (1) of the following:   A.A. in Business Administration, OR A.S. in Accounting, OR A total of sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter units from an accredited college; 6 semester or 9 quarter units must be in principles of accounting.          

To view the full job description, which includes examples of duties and the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16048

BENEFITS

Solano County offers a comprehensive benefit package to full and part-time employees which includes a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits offered through CalPERS. The County contributes 75% of the Kaiser family rate for the Bay area for coverage that begins the first of the month following date of hire. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only medical coverage or those who waive medical insurance coverage.

 

Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.

 

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement, and contributes to Social Security.

Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 78 full time pay periods (approximately 3 years). Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Additionally, the County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year.

 

To review complete benefits information, please visit http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16512

Selection Process

07/16/15  County Excel Test, please see "Document Submittal Requirements" below for more information about testing for the required certificate.

 

07/17/15  Deadline to submit application and required documents.

 

07/29/15  Tentative date for written examination.

 

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral interview, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

 

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process.

How to Apply

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (Degree/Transcripts, Intermediate Excel Certificate, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted with a document cover sheet, available on the County's employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the of Human Resources’ office, and are due by the final filing date.

Previously submitted application materials for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.  

Questions can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Document Submittal Requirements

Education documents and an Intermediate Excel certificate are required for this recruitment. All candidates must submit a copy of their college degree (if in Accounting or Business Administration) or transcrips (verifying the number of accounting and other units completed) and an Intermediate Excel Spreadsheet certificate by the final filing date. Candidates who fail to submit their degree or transcripts and certificate by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment. 

 

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:  Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service.  The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment.  Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

 

Excel Certificate Requirements: An Intermediate Excel certificate must show proficiency at 70% or higher.  It may not be more than 12 months old at the time of application, must be from an accredited school or a qualified agency, and must contain the examiner’s signature.  Certificate obtained through the internet (online) will not be accepted.

 

Excel Testing: The County is offering an Excel test at no charge on 7/16/15 for the Accounting Technician recruitment only.  Interested applicants who have completed and submitted the recruitment application must contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at 707-784-7911 no later than 5:00pm on 7/15/15. This is the only date available. If applicants are unable to attend the County Excel testing, applicants must still submit a copy of a valid Intermediate Excel certificate by the final filing deadline.  To find out how to obtain a valid certificate please visit our Frequently Asked Questions.  

    

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA  94533, or by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com.  When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Accounting Technician) and the recruitment number (15-404030-01).  If emailing please include the recruitment title and recruitment number in the subject line. 

 

 

Veterans Preference Points

To be eligible, applicants must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.

 

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans With Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/inc/blobfetch.aspx?BlobID=18134. This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

Solano County

Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.

 

Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base.

 

With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.

 

County Population (January 2012): 413,786

 

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

 

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER