ACCOUNTANT III , OFFICE OF DIVERSION AND REENTRY

ACCOUNTANT III – Office of Diversion and Reentry Salary: $68,905.20 – $92,862.72 Annually Location: Los Angeles County, CA Job Type: Full time Job Number: Y0648A - EA Department: Health Services Overview Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the required qualifications may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Employees will be evaluated during the initial period; passing the assessment will lead to permanent appointment. Essential Job Functions Supervises a section or unit of professional lower‑level accountants and technical and clerical accounting staff engaged in the full range of accounting activities. Reviews and performs a variety of the more difficult staff, systems, cost, revenue, and expenditure accounting assignments. Advises and consults with management concerning the accounting and financial implications of existing and projected department activities. Compiles and evaluates complex operating statements, final accountings of construction or other projects, and claims for reimbursements from other government agencies or private contractors. Reviews and prepares complex balance sheets, statements of income, fund balance statements, cost accounting reports, revenue and expenditure estimates, and other specialized financial reports. Compiles revenue and expenditure reports and prepares periodic financial statements of Federal and State grants for review. Participates in the formulation or modification of audit plans for grant‑operated agencies, business firms, charitable and nonprofit organizations or other government agencies. Conducts complex audits and writes summaries of findings and recommendations, discusses audit findings with management and implements approved audit recommendations. Supervises and monitors the development of improvements in internal controls or accounting practices; may serve as the department Internal Control Certification Program (ICCP) coordinator. Serves as staff consultant to County departments and other government agencies to coordinate accounting procedures to ensure County accounting controls. Supervises or performs complex cost surveys, revenue and expenditure analysis, and accounting systems and procedural studies; recommends and monitors implementation of complex systems and procedures. Analyzes and provides accounting procedural and technical recommendations on legislation affecting County and department accounting activities and recommends methods for implementing changes mandated by new legislation. Qualifications 21 semester (or 32 quarter) units of accounting from an accredited college or university, including at least two courses in advanced accounting subjects such as auditing, cost accounting, or governmental accounting. Two years of technical accounting experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accountant II, Accountant‑Auditor, or higher. Candidates must meet the above requirements to be appointed to any vacancy related to this recruitment. License and Physical Requirements License: A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative transportation method when needed for job‑related essential functions. Physical Class II – Light: positions requiring light administrative effort; may involve occasional light lifting up to 10 pounds and occasional bending or lifting. Special Requirements Applicants must include a legible copy of official transcripts from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Password‑protected documents are not accepted. Assessment Process During the initial work period (up to 90 days), performance is evaluated. Those who achieve a passing score will be considered for permanent appointment. Eligibility Information All information included in application materials is subject to verification at any point. Falsification may result in disqualification. Vacancy Information Current vacancies to be filled within Office of Diversion and Reentry. Available Shift Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr IMDiversity