Senior Accountant

Responsibilities Under general supervision, Senior Accountants lead, plan, schedule, and oversee the work of staff performing a wide variety of accounting and fiscal duties while performing the same and/or more difficult duties as those being led. Incumbents also ensure completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicate policies, procedures and job expectations; and provide training to staff. Additional Information Senior Accountant Recruitment Flyer on Canva. Note: The position of Senior 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. Qualifications Option 1: A Bachelor’s Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy. Two years of full-time paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Accountant or Auditor. Option 2: A Bachelor’s Degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accountancy. Two years of full-time paid professional public, management, and/or government accounting/auditing experience performing a wide variety of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and/or 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. 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. How to Apply 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 one of the posted cut-off dates of June 15, 2026, July 6, 2026, or July 20, 2026. The full job announcement and online application are available for viewing on our website. Please view the official job announcement for all requirements and testing information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sacramento County