Accountant

Salary : $80,868.24 - $98,303.04 Annually
Location : Sacramento, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 27548-E
Department: County Wide
Opening Date: 06/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


The Position
This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:
6/22/26, 7/13/26, 7/27/26 (final)

Under general supervision, Accountants perform a wide variety of professional accounting, budgeting, and fiscal duties such as establishing and maintaining accounting records, participating in budget preparation and control, reviewing and analyzing accounting and financial transaction records, and preparing financial statements and reports. Incumbents at this level may provide work direction to clerical or technical staff.
Note: Students that graduated in May/June should reference the different cut-off dates to determine when you should apply. Please remember that documentation of your conferred degree is needed. We accept unofficial transcripts provided information regarding your conferred degree is on your final transcripts
Please click the link below to learn more about the position and to review the recruitment flyer:
Note: The position of Accountant is used in multiple Sacramento County departments. The eligible list created from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they become available. A telework hybrid work schedule may be available and can be discussed at the time of interview.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Various professional accounting standards such as generally accepted auditing standards and generally accepted accounting principles, generally accepted governmental auditing standards, and standards set by the governmental accounting standards board, financial accounting standards board, general accounting office, and other regulatory agencies
• Accounting procedures and their application to a variety of accounting transactions
• Financial statement preparation
• Cost and revenue projecting, and cost allocation methods
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment

Ability to

• Prepare and analyze statistical and financial data
• Analyze and make effective recommendations regarding financial and accounting procedures and work flow
• Learn to interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Learn and participate in government contract and budget preparation and monitoring
• Organize and prioritize work efficiently to meet schedules and deadlines
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications


A Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy.

Note: Possession of a valid license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the State of California Board of Accountancy may substitute for the required bachelor's degree.
Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

General Qualifications


Background/Criminal History:
The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.

The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act.

Driver's License:
A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required for some positions at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Probationary Period


The probationary period for this classification is t welve (12) months.

Application and Testing Information
APPLICATION
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.
County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email View email address on click.appcast.io

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

• Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
• Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.
Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

• Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
• Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
• If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
• Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
• If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
• For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
• If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.

FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.
This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.
All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
For information regarding County jobs:


Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at or View phone number on click.appcast.io, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit:
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS


At Sacramento County, we strive to provide benefit programs designed to meet our employees' current and future needs and help them as they balance their careers and personal life. County of Sacramento employees have a variety of benefits available. These benefits include:

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Retiree Health Savings Plan (RHSP)
• Deferred Compensation

More information can be found on the


TEMPORARY POSITIONS:
Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions.


VACATION:
Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.


HOLIDAYS:
14.5 holidays per year as recognized by the Board of Supervisors.


SICK LEAVE:
Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:
Regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies may be eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.


RETIREMENT:
The County's defined-benefit pension plan is provided by the County Employees' Retirement Law of 1937 and is managed by the Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System (SCERS) Board of Retirement. For more information, visit the SCERS website,


DENTAL INSURANCE:
For more information, visit the


LIFE INSURANCE:
The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

For more information, visit the


DEFERRED COMPENSATION:
A deferred compensation program is available through the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. For more information, visit the


EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

• Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions
• Marriage or Family Relationships
• Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care
• Alcohol and Drug Abuse

More information can be found on the
WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:
The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.


FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:
The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:
Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.

MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:
The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.


WORKERS' COMPENSATION:
In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes.

"Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.
Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.


SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT):
Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:
Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and
The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.
01


The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score. All experience, education, and/or training used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on your application.


In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.

By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

02


Select the one box that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position of Accountant with the County of Sacramento.

Note: Degree majors must only be in the areas listed below.

• None
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy AND Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the State of California Board of Accountancy
• Master's degree or higher in Accounting
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the State of California Board of Accountancy

03



Stop and Read

A copy of your degree and/or transcripts indicating that your degree has been conferred must be submitted with your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

If applicable, a copy of your valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from the State of California Board of Accountancy must be submitted with your application.


If you already have a copy of a valid transcript, diploma, and/or licensure attached to your governmentjobs.com master profile account, you do not need to attach another copy. However, you do need to make sure that a copy is electronically attached to this application.


Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

04


Provided you are reachable on the eligible list, your responses to thls Supplemental Questionnaire may be reviewed by potential employers as the initial step of the interview process. During the interview process you may also be required to substantiate the responses you have provided.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

05


Select the one box that best describes the highest level of your experience applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standards set by Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB).


Note: "Professional" is defined as Accountant/ Auditor level work experience which is typically acquired after obtaining your degree and/or your CPA License.

• None
• Academic application of accounting principles and standards executed through coursework
• Experience executing the less complex accounting duties (i.e., data entry, reconciling bank statements, etc.)
• Internship position which afforded the opportunity to obtain professional level work experience applying accounting principles and governmental standards
• Professional work experience applying accounting principles and governmental standards

06


Select the one box that best describes your professional accounting work experience obtained through an internship and/or permanent employment.

• None
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months but less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 3 years
• 3 or more years

07


Select all the boxes that best describe your verifiable intern and/or paid work experience preparing, reviewing, reconciling and/or processing accounting data/documents.

• None
• Accounts receivable
• Bank statements (reconciliations)
• Claims for grants and/or trust reimbursement/disbursement
• Financial data for budgetary purposes or financial statements
• Fixed asset forms and claims
• General and subsidiary ledgers
• Internal Orders
• Journal vouchers
• Payables (Purchase orders or other methods of payment)
• Receiving reports

08


Select the one box that best identifies your proficiency using Microsoft Word or comparable software. Upon interview, you may be required to demonstrate your proficiency using Microsoft Word.

• None
• Basic: Opening, creating, and saving simple documents; using form letters/templates (not creating); cutting and pasting; etc.
• Intermediate: Creating form letter templates; creating and using styles; cutting and pasting from unlike data sources; etc.
• Advanced: Creating macros; creating multiple section breaks with different page numbers; creating automatic table of contents; linking multiple documents; creating columns; embedding images and objects; etc.

09


Select the one box that best represents how long you have been performing at the proficiency level you selected in Question #8.

• None
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months but less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 or more years

10


Select the one box that identifies your proficiency using Microsoft Excel or comparable software. Upon interview, you may be required to demonstrate your proficiency using Microsoft Excel.

• None
• Basic: Data entry; inputting data to create simple reports; using and creating simple formulas/form; etc.
• Intermediate: Using complex formulas; using macros; creating spreadsheets/ worksheets; etc.
• Advanced: Creating macros; creating complex spreadsheets; extracting data from multiple sources and worksheets; creating charts and graphs; etc.

11


Select the one box that best represents how long you have been performing at the proficiency level you selected in Question #10.

• None
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months but less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 or more years

12


Select the one box that identifies your proficiency using Microsoft Access or comparable software. Upon interview, you may be required to demonstrate your proficiency using Microsoft Access.

• None
• Basic: Creating a table by using Table Wizard and Design View; adding fields to a table and setting the primary key; saving and adding records; modifying field names; deleting and inserting fields, finding and replacing values in a table; creating queries by using the Query Wizard and Design view; etc.
• Intermediate: Filtering records; setting field properties; sorting and filtering query results; adding fields to and removing fields from a query; grouping and summarizing data in a report; adding report headers and footers; creating a multiple item form, etc.
• Advanced: Establishing one-to-one, one-to-many, and many-to-many table relationships; creating a lookup field and a multi-valued field; creating inner and outer joins; adding a graphic to a form and embedding graphic; creating a calculated field and aligning controls; creating a PivotTable form; etc.

13


Select the one box that best represents how long you have been performing at the proficiency level you selected in Question #12.

• None
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months but less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 or more years

14


Select all the boxes that indicate software you are proficient in using to execute accounting duties.

• None
• QuickBooks or other similar software
• Enterprise Resource Planning software (SAP, COMPASS, PeopleSoft, etc.)
• Video Conferencing Software (Skype, Zoom, GoToMeeting, BlueJeans, Microsoft Teams, etc.)
• Proprietary software

15


Describe in detail your paid experience, education, and training that qualifies you for the position of Accountant with the County of Sacramento. This information should support and further clarify your selected responses to all prior supplemental questions, as well as other applicable duties performed. For all experience listed, provide the following information if applicable:

• Your employer, the department/unit, employment dates and your job title. You may list more than one employer. If you worked for the same employer and held multiple positions, please separate your experience for each position.
• The specific financial and/or statistical records, reports, accounts and claims, etc.
• Primary duties, frequency, purpose and your role preparing, creating, maintaining, reviewing, auditing, and/or processing the item from its inception to its execution. Also, the computer software used to perform the aforementioned duties
• Application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), standards set by the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and the Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS)
• Any specialized training you have taken

Note: If your experience is only derived from education assignments, be sure include that experience in your response. If you have no experience in this area, please type "None."
16



Criminal History and Background Checks:

The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.

The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act.

• I understand that the County may access criminal history and background information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment.

17


Information pertaining to the General Qualifications of this job class is indicated on the job announcement.

• I have read and understand the General Qualification as stated on the job announcement.

18


The position of Accountant is found in multiple departments within Sacramento County.

Select all the boxes that indicate your interest in working at the different departments locations. Please be honest in your selection below. This information will not disqualify you from employment.

• Sacramento International Airport - 95837 (Sacramento County Department of Airports)
• Downtown Sacramento - 95814 (Department of Finance, Sacramento County Retirement System, Department of Technology,)
• Rancho Cordova Area - 95826 (Sacramento County Probation), 95670 (Department of Waste Management), 95827 (Department of Child and Family Services, Sanitation District Agency, Department of Transportation)
• Arden Area - 95825 (Department of Human Assistance); 95864 (Sacramento County Clerk/Recorder's Office)

19


The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant.

I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030.

• Yes
• No

20


Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and/or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.

• Attended in the last one (1) - three (3) months
• Attended in the last four (4) - six (6) months
• Attended in the last seven (7) months - one (1) year
• Attended an event more than one (1) year ago
• Have attended a career fair and/or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives
• Have not attended a career fair and/or job event

21


List the following for the career fair and/or job event you attended:

• Name of event
• Location of event
• Month and year of event

If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please type "None".
Required Question