General Accounting Technician

Accounting Technician

The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the position of Accounting Technician in the Finance Department. There is currently one (1) vacancy in the area of Cashiering and Accounts Payable.

What you'll do: We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Technician who is a team player and will assume significant responsibility for technical accounting activities within the City. This could include a combination of the following:

• Providing customer service to members of the public at the front counter and by telephone/email, assisting them with a variety of inquiries, with a primary focus on processing and issuing City parking permits.
• Collecting, balancing and processing cash receipts through the City's accounting system while ensuring accuracy and excellent customer service.
• Accounts payable processing which includes reviewing accounts payable transactions for correct account coding, approvals, and monitoring compliance with the City's purchasing policy and budget.
• Working with vendors and City departments to resolve accounts payable issues.
• Providing administrative support to the Finance Department as assigned.

Schedule: This position works on-site and has a 9/80 work schedule. The work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on alternating Fridays. City Hall is closed on alternating Fridays.

The Ideal Candidate

• Professional Integrity and Ethics
• Professional and Technical Expertise
• Customer Focus
• Self-Management
• Prioritization Skills
• Administrative Skills and Attention to Detail
• Responsibility and Dependability
• Strong Organizational Skills

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review the week of August 3, 2026.

The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Accounting Technician. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education: Education and/or experience equivalent to graduation from high school and completion of college-level coursework in basic accounting, bookkeeping, or finance. An Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in accounting is highly desirable.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time progressively responsible accounting experience in an accounting environment, preferably in a municipal setting; or two years of full-time experience with the City as an Office Specialist. One year of experience performing customer service-focused accounting, including processing cash receipts and accounts payable transactions in a fast-paced, high-volume organization is desirable.

License/Certificate Requirements: Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.

Application/Selection Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review the week of August 3, 2026. Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to participate in a Structured Panel Interview. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.

Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice. Education and employment verification and reference check(s) will also be conducted.

Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, retirement plans, and paid time off. The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Laguna Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. EEO/ADA.