Systems Accountant II

The Job

San Bernardino County is recruiting for Systems Accountants II who establish, modify, and evaluate accounting systems that have a departmental or County-wide impact. Essential duties include identifying, defining, and analyzing accounting and financial problems; analyzing system functionality; maintaining security and controls; developing training materials; providing annual and on-going training and technical assistance to end users; testing and reviewing system output; responding to questions regarding accounting concepts, cost accounting, and legal interpretations relating to fiscal matters; and performing cash flow and cost/benefit analysis. The resulting eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur. For more detailed information, refer to the Systems Accountant II job description. Applications are also being accepted for Systems Accountant III which requires a separate application. Certified Public Accountant Stipend - $750 annual CPA stipend for employees who attain and maintain a valid CPA License. EXCELLENT BENEFITS To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 1) Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment. 2) Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

CANDIDATES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION - Must possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics OR a bachelor's degree in another field which must include 30 semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in accounting. (Transcripts with qualifying coursework is required if degree is in another field.)

EXPERIENCE - Must possess two (2) years of professional-level accounting experiencethat includesanalyzing, designing, implementing, and/or maintaining computerized accounting systems.Experience must includedocumenting business requirements, functionality, systems controls, issues, procedures, and/or end-user training materialsrelated toaccounting systemsthat ensures compliance and accuracy of financial data.(Experience must have been obtained within the last five (5) years.)( Note: Experience as an end-user of accounting systems is not considered qualifying.)

Substitution:One (1) year of professional-level accounting experience (equivalent to a San Bernardino County Senior Accountant/Auditor classification or higher) may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION (Must be attached):

EDUCATION - If qualifying with a Bachelor's degree in another field, a copy of legible transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) MUST be attached to your application or submitted via email to employment@hr.sbcounty.govSubject: Systems Accountant II. Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

EDUCATION - Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.(Must be attached if applicable.)For education evaluation services, refer to Naces.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have extensive professional-level accounting experience analyzing, designing, implementing, and maintaining accounting systems and procedures; maintaining system security, workflow and master data; developing training materials; managing database and ERP systems; and possess strong oral and written communication skills enabling them to communicate and translate complex technical accounting system topics in a clear and concise manner. Possession of CPA is desired.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy. (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application .) For important details about the employment and application process, including helpful tips, review the links below: Employment Hiring Process Information SBC LevelUp - The Hiring Journey Guide to Completing a County Job Application