Accounting Technician I - California Department Of Education : Job Details

About the Employer

The Mendocino County Office of Education is a public agency whose primary purpose is to provide educational leadership, resources and services to schools to ensure wide-ranging educational opportunities for all students. This mission is accomplished through cooperative efforts with teachers, school districts, families, and communities; through direct instructional programs and administrative services; and through coordination with the California Department of Education and other agencies.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the limited supervision of the Business Services Directors, coordinate and perform moderately complex and responsible accounting duties; serve as a primary resource regarding assigned area(s) of responsibility; produce and audit County Office accounts payable; process checks; prepare, process, and audit payroll and other financial transactions; review bargaining unit contracts, pay schedules, and appropriate advancement for employees; maintain bank reconciliation; and maintain a variety of fiscal records; and perform related duties as assigned.

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Requirements / Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS An Associate of Arts Degree or post-secondary certificate in accounting; or Four (4) years increasingly responsible accounting work; or Three (3) years equivalent in school government accounting; Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver's License; Provide proof of automobile insurability; Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting twenty-five (25) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds with assistance. APPLICATION PROCESS To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: An online application; A signed and dated letter of introduction stating specific competencies for the position; A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; Three signed letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months, desired; A copy of a required Degree or Credential(s) or Transcripts. Official Transcripts needed at time of hire.

BENEFITS Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 35 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) to which both the employee and MCOE contribute. Employee may elect to be a member of the Mendocino County Federation of School Employees Union. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. SPECIAL NOTES Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER To be considered for this position the following documents are required:

* Letter of Introduction (A signed and dated letter of introduction highlighting qualifications and competencies relevant to the position applied for.)

* Resume (A comprehensive and current resume detailing the complete employment history, including job titles and dates of employment. )

Comments and Other Information

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