Accountant

Accounting And Finance Department ManagerUnder the direction of the Accounting & Finance Department Manager, to perform accounting functions, which include all phases of the general ledger, payroll, project accounting, and accounts receivable.Prepare and maintain complex technical accounting records in the District's financial systems including the general ledger, accounts receivable, cash receipts, energy sales, improvement districts, assessments, water billings, work billed to others, payroll, project accounting, and fixed assets. Participate in the preparation of financial statements, schedules, and other statistical and financial reports and spreadsheets for projects and various financial systems. Perform variance analysis as necessary on financial information. Provide accounting support for decision making by responding to requests for information; produce and distribute reports; and participate on project teams. Participate in central accounting functions such as preparing journal entries, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliations; identify and resolve problems and inconsistencies; prepare correcting entries to maintain the integrity of the general ledger. Assist with payroll procedures including maintenance of all payroll records such as time sheets, deductions, withholdings, tax deposits, quarterly filing requirements, W-2's, and all other files and records related to payroll. Prepare audit work papers and assist independent auditors with the annual audit. Answer questions and advise on procedures in preparing accounting transactions. Comply with all District rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor.Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the skills and abilities would be: Education Usually exhibited by a person with a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field from an accredited college or university. Experience No prior professional experience required. Experience in performing journal entries, account reconciliations and general accounting procedures is preferred. Relevant coursework, internships, research projects or applied experience in these areas is highly desirable. Interpersonal and Communication. Must be able to interact and communicate with internal and external customers orally and in writing. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management. Technical and Analytical. Must have knowledge of: generally accepted accounting principles and procedures; financial systems and spreadsheets. Ability to: analyze data and draw sound conclusions; and learn, interpret and apply principles, laws, and procedures involved in accounting functions. Administration and Operations. Must have ability to: work independently and analyze routine and complex accounting issues and resolve them; and work cooperatively with management staff, employees, and those contacted in the course of work.Necessary Special Requirement Must file a Statement of Economic Interest in compliance with Governmental Code Section 81000. Sign & Acknowledge a Confidentiality Agreement.Selection Criteria Item Percentage Required to Obtain a Passing Score Oral Interview 70% Medical Examination This position may require a medical examination to determine medical fitness for performing the duties assigned to the position or classification. Turlock Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical and mental disability, medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), and marital status. Assistance is available in filling out job applications for disabled individuals. Applicants will be subject to drug testing in accordance with FHWA regulations, when the position requires a Commercial Driver's License. Turlock Irrigation District's bargaining unit positions are a part of an agency shop. Turlock Irrigation District provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with a disability in accordance with federal and state law.Submit Application To: Human Resources Department, via our web site at Posting Internal and external applicants may apply beginning Tuesday, August 25, 2026 until Monday, September 7, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Internal Candidate Note: Please refer to TIDEA MOU Section 20.2 and/or MSPC Section 26.13 for additional wage information.Human Resources Department (209) 883-8253BenefitsThe following summary of benefits is provided by the Turlock Irrigation District for employees filling regular full time positions. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per calendar year Sick Leave: 12 sick leave days per calendar year with no accumulation limit Vacation: M.S.P.C. Non-Bargaining Unit 2 weeks (7 month through 2nd year) 3 weeks (3rd year through 5th year) 4 weeks + 1 day(6th year through 14th year) 5 weeks (15th year through 24th year) 5 weeks + 3 days (25th year & thereafter) 1 Floating Holiday Health Insurance is provided by the District and administered through our Third Party Administrator. Turlock Irrigation District utilizes the Anthem Blue Cross Prudent Buyer PPO Network. Out-of-pocket expenses can be limited if Anthem Blue Cross plan providers and hospitals are used. Employees have a choice of a PPO Plan or a HDHP (High Deductible Health Plan) during open enrollment or a qualifying event as per IRS plan guidelines. Prescription Insurance is administered by Navitus. We have a four-tiered co-pay structured plan: generic; formulary; non-formulary; & specialty. For maintenance medications, the Navitus "Mail Order" plan is most cost effective. Dental Insurance is provided by the District and administered through Delta Dental PPO Network. Preventative benefits are paid at 100%; basic benefits are paid at 80%, crowns, jackets and cast restoration benefits are paid at 50%. The District offers a voluntary Base Plus Buy-Up plan. Employee costs are minimized when utilizing a Delta Dental PPO Dentist/Orthodontist. Vision Insurance is provided by the District and administered through VSP. Employee costs are minimized when utilizing a VSP Optometrist. The District offers a voluntary Buy-Up Vision plan. Flexible Spending Account (Section 125) is made available to employees to cover health and/or dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. A flexible spending account credit card is provided by BCC for health care reimbursable expenses as per IRS regulations. Health Savings Account is made available for those employees electing the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) only. A Health Savings Account credit card is provided by BCC for health care reimbursable expenses as per IRS regulations. Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance is provided by the District through VOYA Employee Benefits. Coverage amount is two times the employee's annual base salary. The maximum benefit is $200,000. Supplemental Life Insurance (Employees/Dependents) is available to District employees on a voluntary basis from VOYA Employee Benefits. Employees may elect up to $500,000, in addition to electing spousal coverage up to a maximum of $100k. Long Term Disability is provided by the District and administered by VOYA Employee Benefits. The benefit may reimburse up to 66.66% of basic monthly earnings. Deferred Compensation (457b plan) is available on a voluntary basis to District employees. Contributions are made before taxes through payroll deductions. Employees can authorize withholdings per IRS guidelines. Catch up provisions are available at age 50. Social Security/Medicare participation is required for all employees. The District matches the employee contribution. Retirement Benefits are provided by the District with a contribution by employees. The Defined Benefit Plans are based on date of hire, age, years of service, and average monthly salary at the age you elect to retire. Please refer to the appropriate retirement plan document based on date of hire. Educational Assistance Program provides employees financial assistance for occupational related school courses.