Senior Accountant

ABOUT US

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

The mission of the Marin County Employees’ Retirement Association (MCERA) is to provide superior customer service to members and beneficiaries of the Marin County Employees' Retirement Association through efficient benefits administration and a commitment to integrity and prudent financial management. To learn more

ABOUT THE POSITION

There is currently one Full-Time Senior Accountant position with the Marin County Employees’ Retirement Association (MCERA).

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, performs advanced professional accounting and budget-related work, including the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports for the MCERA board and stakeholders. This position will oversee daily, quarterly and annual accounting functions, to include reconciling accounts, ensuring accurate reporting of investment activities, and providing required documentation to agencies, such as the County of Marin, IRS, and State of California. The position also oversees and guides work done by the Accounting Technician.

ABOUT YOU

Our Highly Qualified Candidate can work independently and exercise superb judgment in accounting and financial matters and possess a strong background in accounting. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, professional, and diligent in managing deadlines associated with quarterly reports, submissions to outside agencies, and the annual audit. The ideal candidate will also be able to supervise staff and educate staff on accounting principles associated with daily accounting functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, and policies.
• Practices, methods, and procedures in bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing operations.
• Government accounting systems, procedures, and regulations.
• General purposes and functions of data processing equipment used in accounting activities.
• Computer applications related to accounting, including integrated ERP systems, department-specific legacy systems, and spreadsheet and database applications.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including the operation of standard office equipment.
• Professional knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and other professional guidelines.

Ability to:

• Understand and interpret applicable principles, laws, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Understand transactions and reconcile them among accounting documents to ensure proper recording of accounting codes and classifications to detect errors rapidly and efficiently.
• Work closely with staff to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive and complex issues.
• Provide lead direction and training to subordinate staff.
• Audit, analyze, and evaluate complex financial and statistical data.
• Prepare, maintain, and reconcile a variety of complex accounting and financial records, documents, and reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to management and non-management personnel.
• Use various computer applications and software in support of accounting activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, economics, or a field related to the work, which has included a minimum of 12 semester (18 quarter) units in accounting and three years of professional accounting experience. Experience within a public agency is highly desirable. Additional professional or technical experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis, provided there is no substitution for the specific accounting education unit requirements as listed.

• IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.

• Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

• Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

• Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Director.

• PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.

• COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL

• Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

• Health Plan: Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

• Retirement: Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

• IRS 457 Plan: Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

• Retiree Medical: The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.