Accounting Assistant - Ii-Bilingual, Desert Location

Salary:

$19.24 - $28.61 Hourly

Location :

Palm Desert

Job Type:

Regular

Job Number:

******** TF

Department:

All Departments

Opening Date:

06/17/2024

Closing Date:

6/25/2024 4:00 PM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION

Mass Recruiting/Temporary Assignment Program
is seeking qualified
Accounting Assistant II

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To learn more about the benefits of working for the County:

This county-wide recruitment will establish an

Accounting Assistant II Countywide Candidate Pool

of qualified applicants for a permanent Accounting Assistant II opening in

Palm Desert .

HOW IT WORKS
- Applicants will answer questions about location preferences, work experience, and
qualifications.
- The most competitive applicants (based on specialized skills) will be referred
for interviews.
- Applicants will receive email notification once their application is no longer being
considered due to Candidate Pool expiration.

Some positions may require a law enforcement background investigation which requires completion of an extensive questionnaire, meeting with a background investigator, and submitting several references.

Temporary (Temporary Assignment Program - TAP) positions are compensated at an hourly flat rate and are At-Will assignments.

TAP Benefits:

An Accounting Assistant I/II performs a variety of accounting duties related to the maintenance and review of accounting, financial, and statistical records; and performs other related duties as required.

Competitive candidates with possess experience or general knowledge of accounting, accounts receivables, accounts payable, MS Office Suite basic to intermediate MS Excel skills are highly desired.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Make mathematical calculations and verify totals; check arithmetical accuracy of claims, warrants, vouchers or deposits; check and correct account or numerical records for arithmetical errors or proper coding.
• Post financial transactions to accounts or journals or ledgers; post and reconcile individual client accounts; adjust or balance ongoing and routine accounts; reconcile differences found between account records using established procedures or instructions; maintain logs of incoming or outgoing items.
• Access computerized account files to obtain or update information/data; enter data (standard or coded) from forms or documents onto computer terminal.
• Collect and receipt for monies; post cash receipts; make change for customers from a cash drawer; prepare cash drawer for daily change monetary needs; check cash against receipts to balance a cash drawer.
• Calculate routine billings using established procedures or instructions; reconcile differences found between payments or receipts using established procedures or instructions.
• Order supplies/stock; check purchase orders against requisitions; check supplies received against invoices; maintain routine inventory records.
• Operate standard office equipment such as adding machine, typewriter, computer, cash register, or duplicating machine.
• Answer routine questions in person or over the telephone.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Accounting Assistant II RATE: $19.23

OPTION I
Experience: One year as an Accounting Assistant I with the County of Riverside or in an equivalent position.

OPTION II
Experience: Two years in the review, reconciliation, and preparation of financial accounts.

OPTION III
Education: Completion of 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting from an accredited college or university.

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of: Basic methods, practices, and terminology of fiscal recordkeeping, basic business mathematics; checks, money orders and other common negotiable instruments and their proper validation and endorsement; common methods of balancing cash and checks against records of receipt; methods of handling, recording and controlling monies received and disbursed; basic mathematical/fiscal computer applications.
In addition to the above, some positions may require:

Knowledge of: Basic payroll practices and procedures including FLSA requirements.

Ability to: Make mathematical computations quickly and accurately; operate standard office equipment which may include computers, calculators, cash registers, adding machines, and duplicating machines; read, understand and follow written and oral instructions; use computerized accounting systems; prepare data in proper format for data entry; understand and maintain financial accounting files or other record systems; recognize and correct computational errors; accurately compare, post and transfer numbers; understand transactions in terms of accounting codes and classifications; prepare routine and special financial reports; communicate effectively by phone or in person; learn County accounting systems; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Other Requirements:
Assessment: Minimally qualified candidates will be required to pass a computerized assessment in order to be considered for this position.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

TESTING REQUIREMENTS
All candidates will be required to take an online test as part of the application process for this position. The test must be taken through the NeoGov recruiting system. Candidates who meet the position requirements will be emailed a link to take the online test. It is strongly recommended that all candidates maintain a valid email in their contact information on their NeoGov account. It is important that the instructions provided in the email are followed exactly.

The Human Resources Department may require you to verify your identity and confirm test scores by retesting in a proctored environment. The County does not provide test scores to applicants.

Practice Tests are Available:

To take practice tests, review example questions, and get other testing advice, visit: http://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/

*The practice tests offered are not necessarily tests the County of Riverside would use.

*To take a practice test, you will need to create an account in SHL's practice test system. If you have previously tested with the County of Riverside, you still need to create an account in the practice test system.

Veterans' Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy
What's Next?

Open to All Applicants

This recruitment is open to all applicants.

Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Department/Agency may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.

Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.

APPLICATION PERIOD

The preliminary closing date for this posting is Tuesday, June 25, 2024.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.

Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.

For specific questions regarding this position, contact Tracy Felton at ********

GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
Tier I

(Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
Tier II

(Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
Tier III

(PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.

Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:
A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0

No
Yes
I am in the process of obtaining authorization.

02

Are you currently 18 years of age or older?

Yes
No

03

Are you a current regular or temporary County of Riverside employee?

Yes
No

04

Do you have one year experience as an Accounting Assistant I with the County?

Yes
No

05

Have you completed 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting from an accredited college or university.

Yes
No

06

What is your highest level of education completed from an accredited college or university?

HS Diploma/GED
I have my Bachelor's degree
I have my Master's degree
I have my Doctorate degree

07

How many years of clerical work experience do you have?

None
Less than 12 months
1 year or more, but less than 2
2 years or more, but less than 3
3 years or more but less than 4
4 years or more, but less than 5
5 years or more, but less than 6
6 years or more

08

Have you completed at least 18 semesters or 27 quarter units from a recognized college in secretarial sciences, office practice, business education's, or a closely related field?

Yes
No

09

Have you completed at least 360 hours of training from a recognized occupational training program in secretarial sciences, business education, or a closely related field?

Yes
No

10

Have you completed 12 semester or 18 quarter units from an accredited college or university in business mathematics, bookkeeping, accounting or a closely related field to the assignment?

Yes
No

11

How many years of experience do you possess in the review, reconciliation, and preparation of financial accounts?

None
Less than one year
1 year
2 Years
3 years or more

12

What is your Spanish bilingual level?

I am not bilingual in Spanish
I speak Spanish, but cannot read or write
I can speak, read, and write in Spanish

13

Are you willing to work in the desert locations of the County of Riverside (Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indio, Coachella and surrounding cities)?

Yes
No

Required Question