Definition
The City of Milpitas is seeking a meticulous and driven individual to fill the role of Accountant on a 2-year limited term basis. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting, payroll and accounts payable functions. This position offers an opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial operations, while potentially having the exciting opportunity to contribute to the testing and enhancement of our ERP systems.
The current vacancy is a two (2) year limited term position in the Finance Department . This Limited Services position is contingent upon the funding and availability of work. This position is funded through June 30, 2026 . Continued funding of the position after two years will require the approval of the City Council.
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Accountant - City of Milpitas Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assist with payroll processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assist with accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, purchase card reconciliations and vendor payments.
- May collaborate on ERP testing initiatives to identify system improvements and enhance functionality.
This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to make a tangible impact on our financial processes and technological infrastructure. If you have the necessary skills and are eager to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:- Principles and practices of accounting and financial administration, including budgeting and reporting.
- Principles of governmental accounting.
- Laws and regulations governing fiscal record keeping.
- Computer systems and applications.
- Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment. (10-Key, Calculator, etc)
- Advanced use of Microsoft Excel.
- The principals and practices of general accounting, cost accounting, fixed assets accounting and budgeting.
- Financial information and reporting systems, financial control systems and methodology.
- Automated financial information systems including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
Ability to: - Examine and verify financial documents and reports.
- Prepare a variety of financial statements, reports and analyses.
- Develop and implement accounting system modifications.
- Establish and maintain effective work relationships with City staff and others as appropriate.
- Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Analyze financial information and draw logical conclusions.
- Understand and use an automated accounting system.
- Research regulations, procedures and technical reference materials.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAny combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:- One year of responsible accounting experience in a governmental or commercial agency.
Education:- Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or a closely related field.
License or Certificate:- Possession and maintenance of a valid California Driver License may be required.
*Education verification documents are required for this position . All candidates must submit a copy of their
college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or
official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final application deadline.
Supplemental Information
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED- Receives general supervision from the Senior Accountant.
- Exercises no supervision.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:
- Ability to work in a standard office environment; able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Milpitas.
HYBRID WORK OPTIONBased on departmental needs, incumbents in this position may be authorized to work remotely 1-2 days per week.
Panel interviews for this position are tentatively scheduled for the week of June 3, 2024 via Zoom. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Milpitas will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Department.
The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
RETIREMENTMembership in CalPERS (2% at 60 or 2% at 62 with three year average salary). City of Milpitas employees do not participate in Social Security, but do contribute to Medicare.ProTech members participate both in CalPERS, and the LIUNA pension fund. The current cost of the LIUNA pension fund is $1.39/hour.
MEDICAL INSURANCEChoice of CalPERS Medical Plans. City pays coverage up to the Kaiser rate (currently $2,228.36/mo. for family). Employees who waive health coverage are eligible to receive $125 per month in lieu of medical plan coverage with proof of other coverage.
RETIREE MEDICALEmployees are eligible upon CalPERS retirement from the City to receive up to 100% retiree medical coverage (currently based on the Kaiser health rate), based on years of service.
DENTAL & VISIONCity provides full family coverage for Delta Dental and MES Vision at no cost to the employee.
LIFE INSURANCECity provides $50,000 term policy. Supplemental employee-paid life insurance is available up to $500,000, based on carrier acceptance.
DISABILITY INSURANCECity provides a Short-Term Disability plan similar to State Disability Insurance (SDI) coverage. Employees do not participate in SDI. Long-Term Disability coverage of 60% of base salary up to $1,500 per month is available after a 60-day waiting period. Additional buy-up options for LTD are available up to $6,000 per month.
DEFERRED COMPENSATIONCity contributes $75 per month on the employee's behalf.
VACATIONHourly employees earn 11-31 days of vacation based on years of service.
HOLIDAYSEmployees receive 12 paid holidays and one (1) floating holiday per year.
SICK LEAVEEmployees earn 12 days annually.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENTEmployees are eligible to receive up to $1,400 per fiscal year in tuition reimbursement.
FITNESS PROGRAMEmployeesare offered free access to City-sponsored sports and fitness programs.
The City also offers a flexible spending benefits plan, employee assistance program, and other voluntary insurance. Contact Human Resources (HR) at 408-586-3090 or www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov for more information on employee benefits.
Closing Date/Time: 5/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
