Accounting Assistant

Overview The City of Santa Rosa announces an exciting opportunity to serve City residents and make a difference in the community as an Accounting Assistant. The City is committed to building a workforce reflective of the community and fostering equity and belonging within the organization. We celebrate a diverse workforce and welcome all qualified candidates to apply. Benefits The benefits of City employment include a rewarding work environment, opportunities for career growth, competitive salary, retirement through CalPERS, a competitive leave accrual package, choice of three health plans, employer-paid vision and dental coverage, 12 paid holidays annually plus 2 to 3 floating holidays per year depending on years of service, $500 annually for wellness, participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer, Paid Family Leave, and a 4% general salary increase scheduled for July 2026. About the Department Working for Santa Rosa Finance Department – The Finance Department is a fast-paced work environment providing financial and support services to City operations, the business community, and the general public. The department handles financial management of City operations, the Housing Authority, and the Redevelopment Agency, including budgeting and financial planning, financial reporting and accounting, tax program administration, utility billing, revenue collection, debt management, purchasing, stores and warehouse functions, investments, payroll administration and disbursements. Position Summary This recruitment is to fill one (1) Accounting Assistant position in the Accounts Payable division of the Finance Department. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. The role reports to the Accounting Services Supervisor and works alongside four (4) Accounting Assistants. The Accounting Assistant is the journey-level class responsible for timely and accurate processing of payments, maintaining appropriate controls of payments, and managing detailed, interconnected accounting records. Work is governed by established policies and procedures applicable to specific situations or transactions. Ideal Candidate – Accounts Payable The ideal candidate has a strong team orientation and experience using OneSolution or Enterprise Financial System, Excel, Word, and Outlook. They should be able to interpret and apply instructions and procedures related to processing accounts payable; perform detailed numerical work with speed and accuracy while meeting critical deadlines; organize and prioritize a high volume of work; respond flexibly to competing priorities; understand and apply oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and provide excellent customer service. Qualifications Qualifications include: experience with accounts payable processing and related financial systems; ability to interpret and apply policies; strong numerical accuracy; excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. How to Apply Please complete a thoughtful Supplemental Questionnaire. Responses will be scored based on criteria specific to this position. Incomplete responses or responses such as "See Resume" may result in disqualification. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam or drug screen, may apply depending on duties. If offered conditional employment, terms will be outlined in the conditional job letter. The selection process may include a minimum qualifications assessment, application and supplemental questionnaire review, and department interviews. Contact For more information about this opportunity, please contact Alberto Sanchez at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr