The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for an Accountant-Auditor I-II in the Auditor-Controller’s Office in an effort to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. The  Accountant-Auditor performs a variety of professional accounting work related to the preparation and maintenance of accounting records, the audit of financial transactions and the production of reports and statements in a centralized setting; provides assistance to departments regarding financial or accounting matters and performs other duties as assigned. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level if incumbents have met the minimum qualifications and have demonstrated the ability to perform the responsibilities required at the higher performance level.  

Accountant-Auditor I: Under general supervision incumbents learn job tasks, progressing to limited direction as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned. This is the entry professional level in the accounting series.   Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience. The Accountant-Auditor I is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. 

Accountant-Auditor II: Under direction incumbents perform the full range of duties. Occasional instruction or assistance is provided as new, unusual, or unique situations arise and incumbents are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. This is the journey professional level in the accounting series.  

Example of Job Duties:

• Reviews accounting and financial documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and makes correcting entries; examines supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with contracts and other agreements, policies and appropriate regulations.
• Prepares and maintains control and subsidiary accounting records; prepares trial balances and financial reports using computerized and manual systems.
• Prepares and maintains records of fixed assets.
• Compiles and prepares journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts and bank statements; makes correcting entries as required; compiles and prepares financial reports and supporting schedules and documentation.
• Maintains expenditure and budgetary control accounts; may compile departmental, operational and/or capital improvement figures.
• Audits trust accounts and other funds, reconciles and corrects as required.
• Maintains accurate financial records and files for various funding sources, including grants and capital improvement projects; prepares reports for such funding agencies. 

The ideal candidate is a motivated, detail-oriented professional with a solid foundation in accounting principles. The candidate is a proficient accountant capable of handling the full range of accounting duties with minimal guidance. They have experience in preparing financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. The candidate is proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative work environment.

Required Qualifications:

ACCOUNTANT-AUDITOR I: 

Minimum: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business or a related field.  

Candidates with strong accounting experience who lack the degree are encouraged to apply. Relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. 

Preferred: In addition to the minimum, experience performing accounting related duties.

ACCOUNTANT-AUDITOR II: 

Minimum: In addition to the above, two years of progressively responsible accounting experience or one year of experience at a level equivalent to the County’s classification of Accountant-Auditor I. 

Preferred: In addition to the minimum, accounting experience in a public agency setting is desirable..

Special Requirements: Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting and credit check prior to hire; will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Licenses and Certification: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment ; may be required to maintain license throughout employment at the discretion of the Appointing Authority.