Accounting Technician I

Accounting Technician I

The City of Coronado, California, is accepting applications for the position of Accounting Technician I. This entry-level class in the technical accounting series will perform standard to moderate technical accounting work related to the processing of accounts payable, including capital project accounting, petty cash custodian, accounts receivable, financial reporting, department budget monitoring, and annual tax reporting. Responsibilities include processing requests for warrants received from City departments; maintaining and updating accurate financial records; managing the vendor lists and accounts; preparing daily bank deposits and records; and performing a variety of technical tasks related to assigned area. The ideal candidate will possess experience in accounting including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing; experience in public works or construction project accounting; understanding of major accounting terminologies, specifically the ones used in governmental accounting area; strong communication and relationship-building skills; the ability to apply bookkeeping and financial record-keeping principles in the maintenance of complex accounting records; excellent Microsoft Excel skills; and moderate to strong proficiency in Tyler Munis or similar enterprise resource platforms.

The Coronado Community is rich in history, natural beauty, and a charming ocean village atmosphere, most deserving of its royal nickname - The Crown City. Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, Glorietta Bay, and San Diego Bay, this picturesque seaside resort destination is linked to the Southern California coastline and the city of San Diego by the graceful and stately San Diego - Coronado Bridge, and to the south by a narrow strip of land known as the Silver Strand. This uniquely enchanting city, which measures 13.5 square miles, is home to some of the world's most pristine beaches, 18 public parks, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, a public pool, and recreation facilities, as well as dedicated bicycle paths. This vibrant, thriving community welcomes more than 2 million visitors annually to soak up the sun and the sand while enjoying the lush surroundings and village appeal of Coronado. With 15 hotels, including amongst them three world-class resorts, 1,900 hotel rooms, and many highly acclaimed restaurants, this island community has a resident and Navy population of approximately 23,000 as well as a flourishing tourist population. Coronado is also home to Naval Air Station North Island, Coronado (NASNI) Naval Amphibious Base Coronado (NAB), and Silver Strand Training Complex, Coronado, supported by nearly 20,000 military and civilian personnel.