Accounting Technician

Salary : $56,429.40 - $70,105.08 Annually
Location : Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: R9702G
Department: 71630 - REVENUE AND ACCOUNTING
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Position Description
The Superior Court of Los Angeles County is the largest unified trial court in the United States. The Court's 582 judicial officers and its dedicated workforce of over 4,600 full-time employees serving across 36 facilities work purposefully and seamlessly to achieve the mission to provide equal access to justice to all of Los Angeles County. At the heart of the Superior Court of Los Angeles County is commitment and collaboration between team members who contribute professional skill sets and meaningful work experiences toward the goal of serving the community at large.
Accessible career paths, a healthy work-life balance, job stability, and comprehensive total rewards including generous pay and benefits, a robust public sector pension, and Court matched 401K/457 individual savings plans, are just some of the values that the Court offers to every member of its thriving workforce. Plan your future with the Superior Court of Los Angeles County - connect with us today.
ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking an Accounting Technician to join our team and support a wide range of financial and accounting operations within a fast-paced court environment. In this role, you will help ensure the accurate processing, verification, and distribution of funds while maintaining compliance with established financial procedures, legal requirements, and internal controls. The Accounting Technician works closely with accounting systems and financial records to reconcile accounts, process claims, manage trust funds, handle bail refunds, and support revenue distribution activities. This position also provides customer service and technical assistance to court staff, attorneys, agencies, and members of the public regarding financial and accounting-related matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of exercising sound judgment while handling confidential information with professionalism and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities

• Process, reconcile, verify, and maintain financial transactions, accounting records, deposits, and revenue distributions in accordance with court policies and accounting procedures.
• Prepare, review, and generate financial reports, journal vouchers, trust fund transactions, bail refunds, claims, and other accounting documentation accurately and timely.
• Research, identify, and resolve discrepancies related to deposits, revenue distribution, trust accounts, returned payments, claims, and financial records.
• Provide courteous and accurate assistance to court staff, attorneys, justice partners, and the public regarding accounting procedures, financial inquiries, and case-related transactions.
• Utilize financial management systems and software to track, reconcile, and report financial and case management information.
• Support budget and expenditure monitoring activities by verifying coding accuracy, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures, assisting with monthly close activities, and preparing supporting documentation for financial review.

The responsibilities above illustrate the general scope of work for this classification. Individual positions may not perform all listed duties, and the responsibilities described are not intended to be exhaustive. For a detailed job description, please click Please note the requirements in the job description may vary from the requirements in this bulletin.
THIS IS A TELEWORK ELIGIBLE OPPORTUNITY

This position may be eligible for telework following an initial training period and contingent upon the needs of the Court.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements at the final filing date of this bulletin:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent; completion of course work in bookkeeping and accounting* -AND- three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in performing financial or statistical recordkeeping, at least two (2) years of which were at the level of Accounting Assistant.**
*To qualify your educational credentials, must be attached to your application. For more information, please visit our page. A legible copy of your transcript or completion record showing the name of the institution or provider and successful completion of coursework in bookkeeping and accounting must be included with your application.
**Experience at the level of Accounting Assistant is defined as performing work in a comparable class with the same level of responsibility and requiring the same knowledge, skills and abilities.
Note: Credit for experience is based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a pro rate basis (e.g. working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience). Overtime does not count toward additional credit.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of governmental accounting practices, financial recordkeeping, internal controls, and court-related financial procedures.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with the ability to accurately process and reconcile complex financial transactions.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet applications, accounting software, and standard office equipment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
• Ability to interpret policies, regulations, and procedures while exercising sound judgment, accuracy, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

APPLICANT SUPPORT & INFORMATION

Applications must be submitted online. Before submitting your application, carefully review ALL the information detailed on our APPLICANT SUPPORT page linked
Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process may submit a request for accommodation to the email provided below. For additional employment information, please click
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER APPLYING

This recruitment process will take up to 4-6 weeks to complete. We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process, detailed below:
EVALUATION: Qualifying evaluation of education, training and experience based upon submitted application and supplemental questionnaire.
ASSESSMENT: Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the assessment process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to evaluate further job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
ELIGIBILITY: Applicants who successfully pass each (and all) recruitment steps will be placed on an eligible list which will remain active for approximately one (1) year and may be invited to participate in a selection interview. Placement on an eligible list may not result in further consideration, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Other vacancies may be filled using this list.
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Choices Benefit Plan
Benefits may be purchased using a tax-free monthly benefits allowance between $1,149.21 - $2,476.90 for the 2025 plan year (based on number enrolled in medical coverage). If the monthly cost of the benefits selected is less than the monthly allowance, the employee receives the difference as additional taxable pay, up to a maximum of $244.00. For detailed plan information, click here.



Insurance
The Choices plan includes a robust range of insurance options, including medical, dental, disability, life, and AD&D insurance.



Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may contribute up to $266 per month into a tax-free Health Care Spending Account and up to $400 per month tax-free into a Dependent Care Spending Account. The Court contributes up to $375 per month to the Dependent Care Spending Account.



Leave Benefits
Vacation - All permanent and other designated categories of employees are eligible to earn paid vacation based on years of service. Vacation is based on continuous service and credited at the completion of each consecutive six-month period of employment.


Sick leave - Depending on the length of service and employment categories, up to one day of full pay per month of service is accrued monthly for qualifying service.


Holidays - 14 days per year.


Bereavement leave.



Retirement
Deferred Compensation Plan (457) - Optional tax-deferred supplemental retirement plan that includes a County match of up to 4% of employee's salary.


Retirement Pension Plan administered by the Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA).


If the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013, that person's pension will be limited under the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA). For these purposes, a "new member" is someone who first becomes a member of LACERA on or after January 1, 2013 - that is, someone first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012 - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. For further information, visit lacera.com.



Other Benefits
The Commuter Benefit Plan (CBP) - Allows employees to pay for eligible public transit expenses using pre-tax dollars (up to IRS limits).


Tuition Reimbursement - The Tuition Reimbursement Program provides eligible employees with tuition assistance (maximum $2000 per fiscal year) for courses toward a degree program at an accredited college and/or university. The program is intended to support the ongoing development of a highly effective workforce at the Court.


Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The information contained herein concerning the benefit package available to incumbents in this classification is based on an employee's appointment to a full-time, permanent position in the Court service in this class. The specific benefit package any individual employee may receive is subject to change based on that employee's particular employment status and payroll title.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information you provide on this application and supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the recruitment process. Please be as specific as possible and include all information as requested. A resume or a reference to a resume will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application and questionnaire, or considered in determining your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the recruitment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission of a material fact, or partial information can result in disqualification from the examination process.

• Please check the box to indicate you have read and understand the instructions.

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COURSEWORK VERIFICATION: A legible copy of your transcript or completion record showing the name of the institution or provider and successful completion of coursework in bookkeeping and accounting must be attached to your online application to receive credit.

• Please check the box to indicate you have read and understand this requirement.

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Describe your three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in performing financial or statistical recordkeeping, at least two (2) years of which were at the level of Accounting Assistant. If not applicable, indicate N/A. Use the following format:

• Name of the employer(s)
• Dates of employment
• Number of hours worked per week
• Describe the SPECIFIC DUTIES and LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY. Please describe specific duties ONLY.

DO NOT write "See Attached Resume."
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Please indicate which of the following areas you have experience in through employment, internship, or related professional work (select all that apply):

• Working in a court, public sector, or government agency environment
• Using financial, accounting, or revenue management systems
• Using case management systems or database systems
• Processing invoices, payments, or Accounts Payable transactions
• Managing billing, collections, deposits, or Accounts Receivable transactions
• Reconciling financial records, accounts, or reports
• Handling confidential financial or customer information
• Providing customer service related to financial or accounting matters

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Describe your experience for each area selected in Question 4. Your response should clearly explain the type of work you performed, your level of responsibility, and the systems or processes you used. If not applicable, indicate N/A. Use the following format:

• Name of the employer(s)
• Dates of employment
• Number of hours worked per week
• Describe the SPECIFIC DUTIES and LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY. Please describe specific duties ONLY.

DO NOT write "See Attached Resume."
Required Question