Accountant II

Accountant II

The City of Pittsburg in California is establishing an eligible list for ACCOUNTANT II in the Finance Department. The Accountant II performs professional level accounting tasks and duties including maintaining, developing and analyzing fiscal statements and records; create reporting for compliance, general ledger, cash dispersements and receipts, preparing financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS); and performing other duties as required. Incumbents are expected to possess thorough knowledge of governmental accounting systems and procedures.

Ideal candidate for Accountant II :

• Exceptional experience in preparing balance sheets, bank / investments / bond reconciliations, fund accounting, tracking / maintaining fix assets, reviewing budgets, and compiling financial statements (three years or more of experience is desirable for the higher level)
• Ability to interpret financial data and track trends and patterns
• Ability to prepare clear, concise and complete reports and other written materials
• Self-starter; problem solver and embraces challenges; strong attention to detail
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Great interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with other City Departments / Divisions, and outside agencies
• Excellent written / oral communication and customer service skills
• Flexible and adaptable to change; able to prioritize and efficiently manage multiple assignments for self
• Possess exceptional management and organizational abilities to adhere to strict deadlines and provide timely response to request
• Prior governmental accounting is desirable
• Relevant office / computer skills to use a variety of equipment such as computers, fax, and software programs
• CPA is desirable but not required
• Eagerness to learn assigned job tasks and various software
• Previous work on ERP finance related projects

About the Finance Department

The Finance Department is responsible for accounting operations, payroll, utility billing, budget, financial reporting, debt issuance and management, risk management programs and investments for all of the City departments and agencies within the framework of City policies and procedures. The Finance team strives for progressive investment in our community's future, as well as in our organization and staff, so that the City of Pittsburg can operate efficiently and effectively.

About Pittsburg

The City of Pittsburg is a culturally rich and diverse community of over 74,000 residents and expected to grow to 90,000 in the next 20 years. Pittsburg is located in the Bay Area Region of Northern California and is perfectly situated for easy access to San Francisco, Napa Valley, Sacramento, the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and Lake Tahoe. Pittsburg City Hall is also conveniently located a short walk from the Pittsburg Center Station of the Bay Area Rapid Transit System (BART), making a commute from cities throughout the Bay Area very easy. Pittsburg has waterfront homes, a performing arts theater, a variety of seasonal events, an extensive park system, a large public-school system, and a variety of shopping centers. The recently renovated Marina is also an ideal place to visit and is located within steps of the Old Town shopping district and downtown living, with nearly 600 boat slips, a free public boat launch, fuel dock, caf, bait shop, and the Pittsburg Yacht Club. Pittsburg has featured such events as the Seafood and Music Festival, car shows, movies in the park, kayaking, and fishing derbies. With its commitment to a quality community environment, Pittsburg is an ideal city in which to live, work and recreate.

Benefits for regular employees include CALPERS retirement, medical / dental insurance, paid life insurance, retirement health saving account, deferred compensation plan with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness activities, employee assistance program, and employee development courses.

Join Team Pittsburg to do meaningful work that will shape the community and make a positive difference.

Duties include, but are not limited to :

Qualifications

Any combination of education, experience, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be :

Ability to :