Accountant I

JOB The City of Carson is now accepting applications for the position of Accountant I. This promotional opportunity is open only to current full-time employees of the City of CarsonUnder supervision, to perform specialized entry level professional accounting work. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)Maintains and reconciles a variety of ledgers, budget control accounts, and accounting records.Compiles data for special and regular financial statements and reports.Makes and reviews journal entries regarding accounts receivable, expenditures and income.Reviews expenditures for conformance with authorized financial procedures.Assists in auditing accounting records.Prepares initial reports for county, state and federal agencies.Maintain banking and cash balance records.Codes vouchers and cashier receipts.Process cash receipts and assist customers as needed.Provides information to staff regarding accounts and records.Assists in taking annual physical inventory of specified properties.Assists in preparation of special project budgets.Assists in processing and issuing bonds.Performs related duties as required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally: Require vision (which may be corrected) to read small print.Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects. Lower body mobility may not be required.Perform work which is primarily sedentary.Is subject to inside environmental conditions.Recruitment Process: To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the recruitment process, which will consist of the following sections: SME Review, no weight Selection Interview, weighted 100%The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant’s indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment. NOTE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualifying candidates will be interviewed and considered for employment on a "first come-first served" basis. Candidates interested in these positions are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.Appointment: Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing live scan, background check and other required tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.Other Information: The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in the strength that comes from different perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the vibrant diversity of our community. This commitment is embraced at all levels of our organization, from our management staff to our policymakers. We partner with our staff and community organizations to ensure our policies and practices remain transparent and equitable. As part of this commitment, we regularly publish updated demographic information on our workforce, including data on diversity and pay equity by race and gender. In accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Carson will consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history. Applicants are not required to disclose their criminal history or undergo a background check until receiving a conditional job offer. If any concerns arise from a background check, and the conviction is directly related to the role, applicants will have the opportunity to provide context, present mitigating evidence, or dispute the report's accuracy. For more information about the Fair Chance Act, please visit https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act. The City of Carson intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you need a special accommodation during the recruitment process or would like this information in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at (310) 952-1736.IMPORTANT NOTICE: This recruitment is Promotional only for current City of Carson employees. CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES: Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this applications. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.