Salary : $85,092.80 - $119,849.60 Annually
Location : CITY HALL 14177 Frederick Street, Moreno Valley, CA
Job Type: Full-time Career
Job Number:
Department: Financial & Management Services
Division: FMS - Financial Operations
Opening Date: 07/09/2026
Closing Date: 7/23/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt

Description
There is currently one (1) vacancy in the Financial & Management Services Department supporting the City's Electric Utility Division.

Status: Full-Time
Schedule: Flexible schedule; Placement on a 5/8 or 9/80 work schedule
DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will close at 5:00 PM (PST) on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

THE OPPORTUNITY
The City is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant II to perform journey-level professional accounting work in support of the City's financial operations. This position is responsible for maintaining and analyzing accounting records, reconciling general ledger accounts, managing fixed assets, preparing financial reports and journal entries, and participating in month-end, year-end, and audit processes. The Accountant II exercises independent judgment in applying governmental accounting principles, policies, and procedures to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the City's financial records. Responsibilities also include researching and resolving complex accounting issues, preparing account reconciliations and budget schedules, monitoring special funds and grant expenditures, reviewing financial transactions for accuracy and proper authorization, and providing technical accounting support to City departments. The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem solver with strong analytical and organizational skills who is committed to delivering accurate financial information, identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes, and providing exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
JOB DESCRIPTION

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IDEAL CANDIDATE

Our ideal candidate has a strong understanding of governmental accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls, with the ability to independently analyze complex financial data, resolve accounting issues, and recommend process improvements. This role also provides technical accounting support to City departments and ensures compliance with applicable accounting standards, policies, and regulations. Successful candidates will possess excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, proficiency with financial systems and spreadsheet software, and the ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. A bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field (or equivalent related experience) and at least two years of professional accounting experience are required.
MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field; OR equivalent related work experience; AND at least two (2) years of professional accounting experience.
Previous CIty or Government experience in accounting is highly desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Accountant II is the journey-level class and is expected to perform more difficult professional accounting work requiring knowledge of governmental accounting systems and procedures, and the ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures.
Accountant II is distinguished from Accounting Technician in that incumbents in the former class are required to understand and apply professional accounting theories, principles, terms and practices in the preparation and evaluation of financial records, transactions and reports.
Accountant II is further distinguished from Senior Accountant in that an incumbent in the latter class performs more complex accounting transactions and analysis and works on accounting issues of greater significance and impact on the operations and management of the City.y.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Recruitment Process: Human Resources (HR) reviews all application materials to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications after the position closes. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage of the recruitment process. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status.

Application Screening
Applications and supplemental materials will be reviewed to identify candidates whose qualifications best align with the position's essential requirements. Only those applicants who meet the criteria outlined in the job bulletin will advance to the next phase of the selection process.

Video Appraisal Interview
Applicants may complete a self-guided video interview by recording responses to a series of structured questions. These questions are designed to assess each candidate's qualifications and suitability for the position. There is no live interviewer or proctor; candidates will record their answers independently and submit the videos for evaluation.

Technical Interview:
Selected applicants will be invited to participate in a structured technical interview designed to evaluate job-related knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in key competencies required for the position. Candidates will respond to a series of standardized questions, and their performance will be assessed using predetermined evaluation criteria to ensure a fair and consistent appraisal process.

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

Eligible List: Once the appraisal is complete, HR 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.

DISCLAIMERS

BENEFITS: For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link: City of Moreno Valley Benefits Overview
SELECTION PROCESS: Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and/or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.

For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045.

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
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This supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Responses should be complete and specific, describing work you have actually performed, the level and purpose of the work performed and how often. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications. A response of "see resume" or "see application" for any of the supplemental questions will result in the questions not being scored. Please check Yes/No if you understand the above requirement.

• Yes
• No

02

Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.

• Less than High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some college coursework completed (less than 59 semester units or less than 89 quarter units)
• Associate's Degree (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units)
• Bachelor's Degree (at least 120 semester units or 180 quarter units)
• Master's Degree or higher

03

Do you possess experience working in a municipal and /or governmental environment?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please provide the name of the government agency where you gained your experience. ("See Resume" is not a valid response, if you do not have this experience, put N/A)
05

Please indicate the amount of progressively responsible experience you possess.

• None
• Less than two (2) years
• Two (2) - three (3) years
• Four (4) - five (5) years
• Six (6) - seven (7) years
• Eight (8) years

06

Please indicate the place(s) in which you gained the experience above.
07

How much experience do you have preparing and posting journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and performing month-end or year-end closing activities?

• No Experience
• Less than (1) year
• One (1) - two (2) years
• Three (3) -four (4) years
• Five (5) years or more

08

Please indicate your experience with the following (check all that apply):

• General ledger accounting
• Bank reconciliations
• Fixed asset accounting
• Grant accounting
• Budget preparation or monitoring
• Financial reporting
• Month-end/year-end closing
• Audit preparation and support
• None of the above

09

Describe your experience with general ledger account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and resolving accounting discrepancies.
10

Describe in detail your experience performing accounting, budgetary, financial and similar analysesIf you do not possess this experience, please type "N/A" ("See Resume" is not a valid response)
Required Question