What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist - Finance position at City of Redding?
- Performs full-charge bookkeeping for one or more separate legal entities.
- Performs specialized areas of accounting (i.e., fixed assets, special assessments and reconciliation of a variety of accounts; analyzes statements and financial reports, etc.)
- Reviews and audits various purchasing, customer and/or accounting data; assists in preparation of RFP banking services and providing price comparisons.
- Input of a variety of information into online data base.
- Performs daily assignments to upload/download meter readings to master utility files and maintains PC based files and reports.
- Verbal and written communications with customers and City departments regarding purchasing, customer inquiries and/or accounting transmittals.
- Knowledge of full-charge bookkeeping
- Knowledge of purchasing and bid procedures
- Knowledge of utility billing process
- Knowledge of computer operations and a working knowledge of accounting procedures and practices
- Ability to interact effectively with the public and employees
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to perform mathematical computations and make independent judgments concerning accounts
- Ability to perform data entry with a high degree of accuracy and speed
Education & Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
- Typical education would include an Associate of Arts degree or equivalent.
- Typical experience would include three years relevant, progressively responsible work in the areas of accounting support, commercial purchasing work, or utility billing.
You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder.
Examination Process: An online written examination will be administered. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list and may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
- Positive past employment references
- Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal check (applicants 18 and older)
- Passing of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test
The City of Redding adheres to to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements.
Salary : $53,726 - $68,557