Accounting Office Supervisor I

Salary : $52,499.20 - $70,075.20 Annually
Location : Orange County
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 0821SM-0626-003 (O)
Department: Auditor-Controller
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


CAREER DESCRIPTION
Accounting Office Supervisor I

SALARY INFORMATION


Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.



OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment will establish an Open eligible list used to fill current and future Accounting Office Supervisor I vacancies within Auditor-Controller. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.



DEADLINE TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PST).

AUDITOR-CONTROLLER
The Auditor-Controller Department is committed to serving Orange County by ensuring accountability over public spending, transparency of Taxpayer dollars, and engaging the public in government. We carry out our vision and mission by conducting the Public's business with the highest ethical and due diligence standards by supporting ethical and responsible financial decisions throughout the County. You can learn more about the Auditor-Controller Department by clicking here .


THE OPPORTUNITY
This position will directly supervise a small group of accounting support positions performing routine to moderately difficult duties/computations. The position responsibilities include reviewing and approving time sheets, delegating work to staff, providing guidance and coaching, reviewing financial and statistical records; assisting management with special projects, and other duties as needed.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES
In addition to the minimum qualifications the ideal candidate will also possess extensive knowledge and/or experience in the following core competencies:


Technical Knowledge | Technical Experience

• Performing difficult to complex accounting duties
• Operating computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information
• Checking figures, reviewing and auditing forms, postings, and documents for correct entry
• Processing documents with mathematical accuracy and proper codes
• Understanding and interpreting legal requirements including contracts, agreements, minute orders, and memorandum of understanding
• Strong computer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Suite Programs, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook

Leadership | Supervisory

• Leading and team building with a strong desire to coach and mentor others
• Motivating and persuading individuals and team members to achieve unit objectives
• Providing employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
• Supervising the work of employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems
• Possess leadership or supervisory experience with knowledge of principles and practices of supervision including hiring, training, and evaluation of staff

Problem Solving | Analytical Skills

• Developing alternate solutions for consideration, identify areas for improvement, seek creative solutions, achieve measurable results and implement best business practices
• Evaluating and using independent decision-making and judgment to address issues as they arise
• Researching, organizing, and analyzing relevant data and prepare complex and detailed reports for management and other agencies
• Establishing and maintaining effective accounting and other complex records and accounts

Oral | Written Communication Skills

• Communicating effectively and tactfully with client agencies/departments and work collaboratively with staff to achieve unit objectives
• Demonstrating strong verbal and written communications skills by writing with excellent grammar skills and articulating ideas in an organized and effective manner verbally or in written means
• Communicating technical and complex information in a clear and concise manner
• Listening effectively to others and shares technical knowledge with others

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please click here to learn about the minimum qualifications for the Accounting Office Supervisor I classification.


NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After the screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment.


Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.


Online Assessments (Weighted 100%)
Candidates whose applications reflect the most job-related experience and training will be invited to online assessments. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred to the next step.


Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures

Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP)
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click to review the policy.


Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION:
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.


NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.


Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Sarah Correa at View phone number on click.appcast.io or at
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
01


Please select your experience as it pertains to the Accounting Office Supervisor I position.

• I have at least 18 months of experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial, and or statistical records.
• I have at least two (2) years of general office experience which includes at least six (6) months of experience in the accounting area.
• I have at least 6 months of experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial, and/or statistical records and education substituted for 1 year of experience, by completion of 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting, business math, bookkeeping, or a closely related field.
• I have at least one (1) year of general office experience which includes at least six (6) months of experience in the accounting area AND education substituted for 1 year of experience, by completion of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in any combination of secretarial sciences, office practices, accounting, business math, business education or a related field from a recognized college.
• Possession of an Associate in Arts degree or an Accounting Certificate which represents completion of all required course work in an accounting curriculum.
• None of the Above

02


If you are substituting education for experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial or statistical records, list all semester or quarter unit classes in accounting, business math, bookkeeping, or a closely related field in the following format: Name of College, course title, number of units (note semester or quarter) If you are not substituting education for experience please type in N/A Note: You must attach an official or unofficial transcript to your application in order to validate the information you provided above. **TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT. ** Failure to do so will cause your application to be incomplete. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.)**.
03


Please select all areas for which you have at least 18 months of work experience:

• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable
• General Accounting
• Disbursing
• Payroll
• Journal Vouchers
• Cash Receipts
• Reviewing Invoices
• Account Coding
• Medical Billing
• Claims
• None of the Above

04


Please describe your experience, education, and training as it pertains to the Accounting Office Supervisor I position. Include your role, years of experience, and duties for each position.
05


In detail, please describe your supervisory experience including length of time and duties in each role. If no supervisory experience, please describe an example in which you had to lead a team. Describe the project/assignment, your role in the group, and the end result.
06


Please indicate all of the following computer programs for which you have work experience:

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Excel
• None of the Above

07


Please describe your accounting experience with accounting related applications, software, and/or systems. Please include examples of types of projects or reports completed using these systems.
Required Question