Senior Accountant - Aging and Adults Services (County Promotional Only) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/newprint/4826071) Apply  Senior Accountant - Aging and Adults Services (County Promotional Only) Salary $107,868.80 - $134,908.80 Annually Location County of San Mateo, CA Job Type Full-Time Job Number E009AS Department Aging and Adult Services Opening Date 02/12/2025 Closing Date 2/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit 35 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description San Mateo County Health - Aging and Adult Services is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Accountant . The current vacancy is a full-time, regular vacancy. This position resides within the Administrative and Financial Services Unit (AFSU). The main objective of the unit is to provide quality and timely services in accounting, contracts, budgeting, asset management, performance measures, and process improvement projects. The ideal candidate will possess the following: + Extensive experience with state and federal claims + Strong ability to research and interpret County Fiscal Letters + Expertise in grant management and contract compliance + Knowledge of County year-end closing processes and audit preparation + Proficiency in budget monitoring, projections, and reporting + Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail + Effective communication and leadership skills This is a great opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional to further their skills in government accounting as well as step into a leadership position. About Aging and Adult Services Aging and Adult Services (AAS) helps San Mateo County’s older adults and people with disabilities live as safely and independently as possible. Services include centralized intake and referral, assessment and consultation, protective and supportive services, public guardian/conservatorship, and case management. The division serves as the Area Agency on Aging for planning, coordination, program funding, and advocacy for older adults and people with disabilities in the County. The division is advised by the Commission on Aging, the Commission on Disabilities, and the In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee. AAS’ goal is to deliver compassionate and financially responsible services that meet high professional standards by providing protection, support, prevention and advocacy for older adults and people with disabilities. Note: Successful completion of at least twelve verifiable semester units of college-level accounting coursework is required for this position. Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: + Provide direction, supervision, training, work review and/or evaluation to assigned professional and fiscal support on a project or ongoing basis. + Provide input into selection decisions and disciplinary matters. + Prepare and maintain control and subsidiary accounting records involving a variety of transactions and accounts; prepare trial balances and financial reports. + Coordinate and calculate month-end and year-end closings. + Prepare journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts and bank statements. + Compile and prepare financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedule; maintain expenditure and budgetary control accounts. + Review, analyze and adjust budgets for County funds. + Maintain varied departmental cost accounting records, disbursing funds to various accounts and/or billings for reimbursement as required. + Provide technical support to internal auditors and governmental program auditors. + Apportion monies, including secured, unsecured, impounded, redeemed and other taxes. + Review and claim for referral of tax, grant or other monies and prepare claims for reimbursement from various State or funding agencies and/or programs. + Analyze programs and legislation to determine fiscal and budgetary impact; prepare budgetary appropriation transfers and supplemental budgets. + Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures; upon approval, implement new or modified systems and procedures. + Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills is: + Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or a closely related field and one year of journey level accounting experience. This classification requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve semester units of college level accounting coursework. Knowledge of : + Basic supervisory principles and practices. + Principles, practices and terminology of general, fund and governmental accounting. + Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly as + Related to the processing of accounting information. + Principles of public finance. + Applicable laws regulating public fiscal operations. + Budgeting principles and terminology. + Auditing and financial reconciliation principles and methods. Skill/Ability to: + Plan, direct, review, and evaluate the work of assigned support staff. + Train others in work procedures. + Review, analyze, post, balance, interpret and reconcile complex financial data and accounts. + Develop and implement accounting systems and procedures. + Verify the accuracy of financial data and information. + Ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements. + Interpret and apply complex financial procedures and legal documents. + Exercise sound independent judgment within established policy guidelines. + Prepare and direct the preparation of clear, concise and complete financial reports and statements, audit reports and audit work papers. + Make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations. + Establish and maintain effective working relations. Application/Examination County Promotional. Only current County of San Mateo or County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified, regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date may apply. The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight:100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification . Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025, by 11:59 PM PST Application Screening: Week of February 26, 2025 Civil Service Panel/Departmental Interviews: Monday, March 10, 2025 About the County San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels. HR Contact: Debbie Kong (02122025) (Senior Accountant-Exempt – E009) Please visit https://www.smcgov.org/media/100206/download?inline= for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification. Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change. NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws. As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you. County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked. 01 IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the supplemental questions below. Your responses will provide detailed information about your background and experience related to this position. This information will weigh heavily in the application screening by the subject matter experts and will also be used in the selection process. Answer the questions completely, paying attention to the multi-parts of the questions. While being thorough and detailed, also be concise. Your strategic use of language as well as neatness, clarity of expression, attention to detail, proper use of grammar and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses. + I have read and understand this important information. Proceed to supplemental questions. 02 This is a County Promotional Only recruitment. Only current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date may apply. Do you meet this requirement? (A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.) + Yes + No 03 This classification requires the successful completion of at least twelve (12) verifiable semester units of college-level accounting coursework. Do you have 12 verifiable college- level units of accounting coursework? + Yes + No 04 List the college level ACCOUNTING courses you have completed. Specify each course by indicating the: A) Class Title, B) Name of Institution, C) Number of Units, and D) Date of Completion. NOTE: A short description of your degree will not be accepted in lieu of listing the Accounting coursework you completed. Please be prepared to provide a copy of your transcript upon request. 05 Describe your educational background, experience, and training you have that qualifies you for the the Senior Accountant position at Aging and Adults services. 06 Describe a time when you handled a complex state or federal claim. What steps did you take to ensure accuracy, compliance, and maximum reimbursement? Please provide a specific example. 07 Describe your experience with budget monitoring and projection, and how to present the result to non-financial stakeholders. Be Specific. Required Question Employer County of San Mateo Address County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 500 County Center, 4th Floor Redwood City, California, 94063-1663 Phone (650) 363-4343 Website https://jobs.smcgov.org Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email