Salary : $90,521.60 - $110,052.80 Annually
Location : District Center; 1331 Concord Avenue, Concord, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 719 - MS - 2026
Department: Finance
Division: Accounting
Opening Date: 06/22/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 150

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION
The Opportunity

Contra Costa Water District is seeking an Account Clerk III to join the Finance team. The Account Clerk III serves as the lead for the Accounts Payable function, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments. This position works closely with an Account Clerk II, provides technical guidance and support, and serves as the primary subject matter expert for accounts payable processes. The role also participates in a coverage pool for the Cashier function, assisting customers with water payments.
Why You'll Enjoy This Role
Meaningful Public Service

• Contribute to an organization that provides vital public services to the community.
• Play a key role in maintaining sound financial practices that support CCWD's mission.

Collaboration and Team Environment

• Work with highly effective and collaborative teams committed to delivering high-quality results.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Professional Growth

• Expand your capabilities by working across a range of accounting functions in the water industry.
• Grow alongside a team that values continuous learning, with access to training and mentorship at every stage.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Key Responsibilities

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, coding, and supporting documentation prior to processing.
• Enter invoices into payment batches and review for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.
• Process payments, including check printing and distribution.
• Review vendor statements and reconcile discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding payment status.
• Maintain accurate and organized records.
• Serve as the lead clerk for Accounts Payable by providing guidance, training, and technical support to staff.
• Serve as backup for the Cashier during breaks and vacancies.

For a full description of examples of duties, please refer to the job descriptions by visiting the following:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Training: Equivalent to an associate degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible accounting clerical experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license to be maintained throughout employment.

For a full description of required knowledge, skills, and abilities, please refer to the job descriptions by visiting the following link:
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the next step in the selection process. All candidate materials will be carefully evaluated and only those considered best qualified will be invited to the next step in the selection process. The application deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2026, or the first 150 qualified applications received, whichever comes first.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in work areas and walking between work areas are required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.

In addition to a competitive salary, the Contra Costa Water District offers an excellent benefits package!
Stationary Engineers, Local 39 regular-status, non-temporary positions benefits include:

Health & Insurance Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary participation in Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for dependent care and healthcare reimbursements
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling and referral services for employees and eligible dependents
• Health Insurance Credit for employees and/or eligible dependents who have other medical benefit coverage

Retirement & Financial Benefits

• Voluntary participation in the 457(b) deferred compensation plan
• 1% employer contribution to a 401(a) plan with no employee contribution required
• Participation in Social Security and Medicare
• Defined benefit retirement plan with reciprocity through CalPERS and CalPERS reciprocal agencies
  • Reciprocal agency service does not count toward the 5-year or 10-year vesting requirement for fully paid retiree medical
  • Employees with classic reciprocity are eligible for a 2.35% at 55 retirement formula
  • New hires not eligible for classic reciprocity are covered under the 2% at 62 PEPRA defined benefit formula
• Employer-paid retiree health insurance for retirees and eligible dependents
  • Local 39 employees currently contribute 2.6% of base pay on a pre-tax basis for this benefit
  • Employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, are subject to a 10-year District service vesting requirement to qualify for fully paid retiree medical upon direct retirement from CCWD
  • The CCWD contracts with California Public Employees' Retirement System for medical benefits

Paid Leave & Work-Life Balance

• 12 paid holidays annually, plus an additional 8 hours of floating holiday time each year
• 40 hours of vacation credit upon hire
• Vacation accrual of 10 days during the first year, increasing to 15 days per year beginning in year two, with additional accrual increases thereafter
• 96 hours of sick leave accrued annually
• 90 hours of compensatory time off (CTO) per year

Wellness, Development & Additional Perks

• Extensive Wellness Program, including 50% employer-paid gym membership reimbursement up to $40 per month
• Educational Assistance Program providing up to $3,000 per fiscal year, per employee
• Free admission to Los Vaqueros Reservoir, offering recreation areas, fishing, boating, and hiking trails
• Bilingual services pay
• And more

For additional information and the full details, eligibility, and provisions regarding the CCWD's applicable benefits package, please visit:
01

This position requires an associate degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Do you meet this education requirement?

• Yes
• No, but I have the equivalent experience
• No

02

This position requires a minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible accounting clerical experience. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of accounting clerical experience do you have?

• Less than 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 6 - 8 years
• 8 - 10 years
• 10+ years

04

Please describe your experience in processing accounts payable, including reviewing, coding, and entering invoices for payment.
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