ACCOUNTANT II Community Programs
ACCOUNTANT II Community Programs
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- TYPE OF RECRUITMENTOPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EMERGENCYThis opportunity is open to everyone. Applicants from all backgrounds and organizations are welcome to apply. We are looking for the best talent to join our team.EXAM NUMBERY0647AEAAPPLICATION OPENING
April 11 2025 AT 12:00 PM (PT)
APPLICATION DEADLINEWe will continue accepting applications until we determine it is no longer necessary. We may close the application filing window without prior notice.NO OUTOFCLASS EXPERIENCE ORWITHHOLDSARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.The LA County Board of Supervisors recentlydeclared a local state of emergency for homelessness and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing mental health and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County this may be the opportunity for you.
Department of Health Services Community Programs (Housing for Health for Homelessness) and Office of Diversion and Reentry seek qualified candidates to fill emergency Accountant II(Community Programs)vacancies related to the homelessness crisis.
Under the emergency order applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days with an opportunity for permanent County employment.
Before your initial work period ends you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100.Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Accountant II in Health Services Community Programs.
Why Join the LA County Department of Health Services
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the secondlargest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers four acute hospitals and an expanded network of community partner clinics DHS annually provides direct care for 600000 unique patients employs over 23000 staff and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion.
For additional information regarding DHS please visit
OUR MISSION:
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.DEFINITION:
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Performs a full range of professional accounting and auditing work in the preparation analysis review maintenance reconciliation and control of financial records and fiscal revenue and expenditures forecasting.
Positions allocable to this class perform a full range of journey level professional accounting work under the general supervision of a higher level accounting supervisor or manager. Employees in this class work independently in general accounting and related fiscal management areas in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Employees must have a professional knowledge of accounting and auditing concepts principles and methods sufficient to work independently using conventional procedures and practices that apply to most situations encountered. Essential Job Functions
What Youll Be Doing
- Performs a variety of staff systems and accounting assignments in connection with the overall operation of a complex accounting system.
Reviews and performs a wide variety of accounting assignments occurring within the annual accounting cycle including the annual setup and maintenance of accounting records the classification of revenue and expenditure transactions journalizing accounting transactions taking trial balances and preparing closing period adjustments.
Interprets the accounting and other financial provisions of a variety of lawsregulations and standards and recommends steps for their implementation.
Conducts cost surveys revenue analyses and accounting systems and procedural studies and writes reports of findings.
Compiles evaluates and reconciles complex operating statements final accounting for construction and other projects and claims for reimbursement from other government agencies or private contractors.
Evaluates and reconciles complex operating systems for cost reporting and claims processing reimbursements from other government agencies.
Prepares balance sheets statements of revenue fund balance statements cost accounting reports revenue and expenditure estimates and other specialized financial reports.
Compiles expenditure and revenue reports and prepares periodic financial statements of federal and state grants for review.
Performs routine audits of thefinancial recordsof grant operated agencies business firms charitable and nonprofit organizations other governmental agenciesor private contractors; writes audit reports and makes recommendations.
Coordinates audits with internal and externalauditors and prepares supporting work papers and provides other assistance.
Reviews audit reports and writes summaries of findings and recommendations. Presents audit findings to department management and monitors implementation of audit recommendations.
Reviews and recommends improvements to internal controls or accounting practices. May serve as the department Internal Control Certification Program (ICCP) coordinator.
Analyzes established cost accounting systems to determine if the bases and techniques provide realistic estimates of actual costs. Recommends modification of the cost bases and procedures used to improve their reliability.
Serves as liaison with other County departments or governmental agencies concerning accounting matters.
Participates in the installation of systems and procedures.
May supervise a small supporting accounting technical and clerical staff.
Requirements
We are looking for dedicated individuals who possess:
21 semester or 32 quarter units of accounting in an accredited college or university including at least two courses in advanced accounting subjects* such as auditing cost accounting or governmental accounting.
AND ONEOF THE FOLLOWING:
One year of entrylevel accounting or auditing experience at the level of Los Angeles Countys class ofAccountant I**.
OR
Two years of technical accounting experience at the level of Los Angeles Countys class ofAccounting Technician II***.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Drivers License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out jobrelated essential functions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION:
*In order to receive credit for the required units and course work youMUSTinclude a legible copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within seven 7 calendar days from application submission.
We do not accept passwordprotected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
**Experience at the level of Los Angeles Countys class of Accountant I is defined as performing a variety of entry level accounting assignments in the preparation analysis review maintenance reconciliation and control of financial records and fiscal revenue and expenditures forecasting.
***Experience at the level of Los Angeles Countys class of Accounting Technician II is defined as under general supervision supervises and performs paraprofessional accounting work in preparing processing reconciling and maintaining fiscal records requiring a substantive knowledge of County and general accounting procedures.Additional Information
OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
Before the end of your initial work assignment the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATIONat any point during the hiring process including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATIONof any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The current vacancies are to be filled within Correctional Health.
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings nights weekends and holidays.
APPLICATION & FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.
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SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and consider potential mitigating factors including but not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
ANTIRACISM DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (ARDI):The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Antiracism Diversity and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality diversity and inclusion in recruitment selection and employment practices.
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DEPARTMENT CONTACT
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
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Equal Employment Opportunity/NonDiscrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to nondiscrimination in the County workforce regardless of age 40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information please visit: Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations please visit: Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
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Employment Type
Temp
