Date Posted:

May 3, 2021

Salary:

$64,930.56

Description:

The Office of the Auditor-Controller is offering an excellent career opportunity for individuals interested in working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and energetic work environment. The Accountant-Auditor classification series is found only in the Office of the Auditor-Controller. The Accountant-Auditor classification series duties are broad in scope, encompassing county-wide responsibilities for financial activities. The ideal candidates will possess the ability to complete work timely and accurately within rigid deadlines and, as a team member, work with co-workers and management to provide the highest quality of financial services. Successful candidates should possess the knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and standards and the ability to perform complex computations. This is an exciting time to join Contra Costa County! Applications are being accepted to fill five (5) Accountant-Auditor I vacancies within the Office of the Auditor-Controller’s seven Divisions.

Qualifications:

Education: 1) Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, finance, accounting or a closely related field. Course work must have included at least 12 semester or 18 quarter units from among the following accounting courses: Principles of Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Advanced Accounting, Governmental Accounting, Fund Accounting, Cost Accounting, or Auditing; or 2) Possession of a Certified Public Accountant certification, Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) certification, or the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification. Internal Substitution for Education: Accountant-Auditor I Four (4) years of full time (or its equivalent) experience as an Accounting or Payroll Technician for Contra Costa County and at least 12 semester or 18 quarter units from the above listed accounting/auditing courses, which must be transferrable to an accredited college or university system for credit, may be substituted for the required education.

How to Apply:

Candidates may apply online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/jobs/3064542/accountant-auditor-i

Filing Deadline:

5/14/21