Accounting Technician I

Under immediate supervision supports the financial operations for the County; assists with various accounting tasks maintains accurate financial records; ensures compliance with relevant regulations and standards; and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from the assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

The job functions listed below are not inclusive or exclusive and are intended only as illustrations or examples of the various types of work that may be performed. Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.Some duties knowledge and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity by positions at the entry (I) level.

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date financial records including accounts payable and receivable general ledger entries and other transactional data.
• Prepares and processes invoices receipts payments and other financial documents; reconciles bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Enters financial data into accounting software or spreadsheets accurately and in a timely manner.
• Supports the preparation of financial statements reports and summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assists in monitoring and tracking budget expenditures identifying variances and providing reports.
• Ensures compliance with financial regulations accounting principles and company policies; stays updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations.
• Interacts with vendors and County staff to address inquiries resolve discrepancies and facilitate smooth financial transactions.
• Prepares documentation and provide assistance during internal and external audits.
• Assists in analyzing financial data to provide insights and recommendations for improving financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Collects payments and answer phones to address customer inquiries regarding their accounts; provides explanations and guidance regarding debtor and victim account questions.
• Mails collection of claims checks to customers.
• Notarizes satisfactions of judgments on paid-in-full accounts; ensures proper documentation and recording of notarized satisfactions with the courts.
• Performs periodic reconciliations of accounts identifying and rectifying discrepancies.
• Helps manage and track company expenses ensuring proper documentation and adherence to spending policies.
• Collaborates with colleagues from various departments to gather necessary financial information and ensure accurate reporting.
• Enforces accounting and fiscal operational policies and procedures.
• Attends and participates in staff meeting and other meetings as requested.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of

• Principles techniques and regulations of basic accounting principles and concepts.
• Accounting software and spreadsheet applications.
• Mathematics for accurate calculations and reconciliations.
• Relevant financial regulations standards and compliance requirements.
• Applicable federal state and local laws codes and ordinances relevant to the area(s) of responsibility.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public vendors contractors and County staff.
• The structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words rules of composition and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program project and task coordination including computers and software programs relevant to the work performed.

• Interpret and analyze financial data to identify trends anomalies and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform accurate data entry and meticulous attention to detail.
• Organize financial documents maintain records and manage tasks efficiently.
• Adapt to changing financial processes tools and regulations.
• Stay updated on industry trends accounting standards and technological advancements.
• Understand interpret and apply all pertinent laws codes regulations policies and procedures and standards relevant to the work performed.
• Effectively use computer systems software applications relevant to the work performed and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish maintain and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

The application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum addition to the application the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education training and experience relative to the required knowledge skills and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible.

Only qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review will be invited to the examination process which may be administered by a written examination oral interview or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of Human Resources to be appropriate. The Department of Human Resources will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request please indicate such on your application.

Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications applicants may be scheduled for one or more of the assessments listed below. Of those passing the initial assessment only the top 15 will move forward to the appraisal panel. Passing score is 70% out of 100% on each assessment section. If only one assessment is conducted the weight for that assessment will be 100%.

THE ASSESSMENT (100%) IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY DECEMBER 18 2025.

To move forward in the application process you must complete an online application through our website All job postings are also included via the TDD phone at and the 24-hour job line at . Please attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (indicating when degree was awarded) licenses and certificates to your application or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.

For an open recruitment applicants claiming veterans preference must submit a copy of their DD-214 form along with the application. Candidates who attain ranking on an eligible list and are involuntarily called to active duty may be considered for eligibility reinstatement upon their return.

PLACEMENT ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST:
The Civil Service Commission may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the examination process. If two or more candidates have the same total final score on an examination they shall be ranked in order of their scores in that portion of the examination which has the greatest weight. The names of two or more eligibles having final ratings which are identical shall be grouped on the eligible list as tie names with equal rank for certification and appointment purposes.

Candidates who are successful in all phases of the examination process will be placed on an eligible list in rank order based on a calculation of their total score from the examination process. The eligible list established by this recruitment will be active for a minimum of six (6) months or one (1) year unless otherwise determined by the Director pursuant to section 6-4 (b) and may be extended for up to an additional year by the Commission.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:
As a condition of employment with the County of Madera a candidate must submit to a Tuberculosis (TB) screening and related follow up testing as necessary. Designated classifications* are also subject to a medical examination which includes a review of medical history. TB screenings and medical exams are administered by the Madera County Public Health Department and/or health care professional designated by the County.

Designated classifications required to submit to an employment medical examination generally include those that are physical in nature or as may be required by law. If you have any questions about the pre-employment requirements please contact the Department of Human Resources at or.

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT:
You will be required to submit verification of your identity and citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of and as a condition of an offer of employment.

As a condition of employment all prospective employees shall be required to be fingerprinted (Live Scan) and/or undergo a background investigation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Madera County does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex gender gender identity gender expression transgender status national origin age disability (physical or mental) medical condition pregnancy genetic information ancestry marital status sexual orientation veteran or military status political affiliation or any other basis protected by Federal or State law.