Accountant

Municipal Pooling Authority of Northern California

$97K — $118K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Public Administration with an emphasis in Accounting.
  • 3-5 years of accounting experience in an insurance or public sector environment.
  • Familiarity with governmental accounting and GASB reporting.
  • California Driver's License required.
  • Experience with audit processes and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain general ledger reconciliations and supporting schedules.
  • Generate monthly and annual financial reports.
  • Assist during the annual audit process including preparation of audit schedules.
  • Manage the full accounting cycle including accounts payable and receivable.
  • Prepare month-end and year-end closing activities and journal entries.
  • Process payroll for Finance Manager approval.
  • Conduct bank and investment reconciliations.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Retirement plan with employer contributions.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave policies.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Flexible working hours with a supportive work environment.
Full Job Description


  1. COMPLETED EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION and (2) RESUME/CV


ACCOUNTANT Non-Management- Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $97,137 - $118,070

Position Open Until Filled

The Accountant is responsible for performing the day-to-day accounting functions of the organization, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, general ledger maintenance, bank and investment reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit support. The Accountant works independently in carrying out assigned accounting duties, while the Finance Manager retains responsibility for oversight, review, approval, and overall administration of the accounting function.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Receives direction and general supervision from the Finance Manager. Work performed by the Accountant is subject to review and approval by the Finance Manager. No supervision exercised.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Prepare and maintain general ledger reconciliations and supporting schedules for review by the Finance Manager.
  • Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for review by the Finance Manager.
  • Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation and assist the Finance Manager during the annual audit process.
  • Prepare journal entries, account analyses, and account reconciliations for review and approval by the Finance Manager.
  • Manage the full accounting cycle, including AP, AR, billing, deposits, payroll, journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and year-end close.
  • Prepare and complete month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for review by the Finance Manager.
  • Process payroll for the approval of the Finance Manager.
  • Create and maintain accurate and complete accounting records and files.
  • Prepare deposits, post receipts, and reconcile billing.
  • Prepare monthly bank and investment reconciliations for review by the Finance Manager.
  • Effectively research, track, resolve, or properly refer accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies.
  • Assist the Finance Manager with the management of the Treasury.
  • Prepare reporting in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Assist the Finance Manager with preparation of annual operating budgets and other special financial analysis.
  • Assist with the calculation of dividends and deficit reporting


Knowledge of
  • Working knowledge of accounting theories, practices, and best practices.
  • Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB)


Skills in

  • Computer applications including Microsoft Office. Excellent spreadsheet, keyboarding, 10-key, and data entry skills. Experience with Sage Intacct or similar cloud-based accounting software is highly desirable.


Ability to

  • Perform a volume of numerical detail work with speed and accuracy, to make difficult mathematical computations with and without mechanical assistance, and to apply mathematical reasoning and analysis.
  • Understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and technical or legal terminology.
  • Provide written and oral communication clearly.
  • Work proficiently with accounting software.
  • Read, review and interpret contracts for accounts payable.
  • Maintain professional integrity and practice tact, perseverance, and common sense.
  • Commitment to the preservation of confidential information.
  • Team player who accepts work appropriately and in a professional manner, and assists others as needed.


Physical Requirements

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; daily repetitive bending, stooping, crouching, reaching and kneeling; ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Reasonable accommodation may be provided upon request.

Minimum Qualifications

Education / Training

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Accounting, Business, or Public Administration, and an emphasis in Accounting.

Experience

Three to five years of experience as an accountant with an insurance organization, public entity, or joint powers authority. Experience with governmental accounting, GASB reporting, and annual financial audits is highly desirable.

License/Certifications

California Driver's License

Interviews for the Accountant position are scheduled for September 29, 2026.

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