Accountant

JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN ACCOUNTANT!

Do you excel in Utility Billings & Bank Reconciliation?

City of Sebastopol WANTS YOU!

The City of Sebastopol is NOW accepting Applications for an

ACCOUNTANT

Salary: $7,196 - $8,747 Monthly

$41.52 – $50.46 Hourly

4/10 work schedule Monday- Thursday

Plus an outstanding benefits package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Sebastopol is seeking a skilled, dynamic, results-driven Accountant to fill one full-time vacancy. The Accountant performs a variety of complex and technical financial accounting and program support duties in the areas of utility billing, bank reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, purchasing, project accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger. Additionally, the Accountant may be assigned to perform all functions related to and serve as a City resource for one or more accounting related programs administration.

The Accountant will reflect a demonstrative cultural competency working with all community members regardless of cultural differences or circumstances, including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender identity, age, marital and familial status, sexual orientation, diverse physical and learning abilities, socioeconomic status, and other identities.

Why you will enjoy working at Sebastopol:

• Innovative Environment: Work with a team that values efficiency and teamwork.
• Career Growth: We support your professional development.
• Meaningful Impact: Your skills will drive our financial success.

What we need:

• Experience in utility billings and bank reconciliation.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: The Ideal Candidate will:

• Possess the equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Three (3) or more years of professional accounting experience; municipal accounting experience preferred.
• Possess a valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) License is highly desired, but not required.
• Have the capabilities to work independently and collaboratively, performing tactical and technical daily transactions and routine-level tasks while providing strategic and lead-level guidance.
• Be able to adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions and establish positive relationships with employees, the public, and other stakeholders.
• Effectively and professionally communicate orally and in writing, with an ability to understand and speak to the concerns of others.
• Exercise sound independent judgment, tact, discretion, impartiality, diplomatic demeanor, and professionalism when providing exemplary customer service.
• Interpret and process financial data, records, and transactions, and resolve technical accounting problems.

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.

Experience: Three (3) years of professional accounting experience; municipal accounting experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

License and Certifications: The ability to transport oneself from one work location to another in a timely manner as required for meetings, duties, and responsibilities.

BENEFITS:

• Choice of Kaiser or REMIF Anthem Blue Cross Health Ins. for employee and dependents
• Employer contributes 100% Kaiser premium. Employee pays premium difference for Blue Cross
• Payment in Lieu of Health Care Premiums: For an employee who can provide the City with proof of medical insurance and who chooses not to participate in the City sponsored medical insurance plan, the City agrees to pay an in-lieu
• Employer contributes 100% Dental and Vision Benefits
• Life Ins. - $50,000 for employee. Increased coverage may be purchased by employee.
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Ins. - 60% of salary for employee. Benefit is non- taxable income.
• PERS Pension Plan: 2% @ 62 for PEPRA Members (hired after 01/01/13) or 2% @ 55 for Classic Members (transferred from another agency within 6 months). Uniform Allowance is not PERS able income for PEPRA members.
• Deferred Compensation Plans.
• Worker’s Compensation benefits.
• Vacation, and Sick Leave accrual benefits. 15 Holidays. Funeral, Medical, Family & Personal Leave.
• Payroll Direct Deposit.
• Overtime Pay, Standby Pay and Weekly Standby Pay depends on job classification.
• Longevity Pay granted after completion of 5 years at 2%, and 2% increment every 5 years to 25 year at 10% max.
• Mileage Allowance & Business Travel expense reimbursement.
• All benefits apply to full-time personnel.
• Please refer to your Comprehensive Master Personnel Resolution and SEIU MOU for a comprehensive list of benefits and services. https://www.cityofsebastopol.gov/employee-benefits/

SELECTION PROCESS: It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to move forward to the next phase of the recruitment process. The most qualified will be invited to a practical exam that may include but is not limited to a computer software skills test or a written or multiple-choice exam. Those who score the highest on the exam will advance to the next phase of the recruitment process, a panel interview. It is desired that the successful candidate will begin employment as soon as possible.

Completion of the supplemental questions is a required part of the application and examination process. “See Resume” will not be acceptable as an answer to supplemental questions or completion of the application.

APPLICATION PROCESS: To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/city-of-sebastopol

Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED. The first review date of applications will be April 1, 2025.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process or additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org. The City of Sebastopol is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application.

THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOL

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Recruitment Services Provided by Muchmore Than Consulting LLC.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $7,196.00 - $8,747.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42 - $50