Job Abstract

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL ONE (1) FULL-TIME VACANCY IN THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT AND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Processes accounting and bookkeeping transactions in compliance with all applicable rules, regulations and procedures; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Reviews, verifies, codes and processes warrants; reviews timesheets and processes payroll; assures that all reports and paperwork are completed in a timely manner.
• Posts transactions and computer accounting entries; performs other clerical accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, revenue, accounts receivable, special fund accounting, bank reconciliations, purchase orders, claims and payroll; reviews and validates data.
• Reviews source documents for compliance to rules and regulations; determines proper handling of accounting and technical transactions within designated limits; validates accuracy of data entry and reports discrepancies.
• Checks documents for validity and accuracy of information; performs mathematical calculations; records, files and distributes related paperwork and documents.
• Maintains accounting and bookkeeping records and associated filing systems; enters data into computer systems; codes documents, processes transactions, updates accounts, compiles documentation, and generates reports.
• Maintains additional accounting and technical transaction databases as needed; process cash receipts, daily cash reports, and bank deposits.
• Processes business license and business registration
• Balance and verify various payment and other incoming monies from the public and various City departments; prepare deposit forms as required.
• Assist with various periodic billings, receive checks by mail and process, and balance accordingly.
• Reconcile monies and receipts and resolve discrepancies.
• Cross trains in a wide variety of clerical accounting duties.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Rosemead and the constituent population by providing excellent customer service; promotes the City goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures; maintains absolute confidentiality of work- related issues, client records and City information; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND one (1) year of accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and/or customer service experience. Twenty-four (24) semester units of postsecondary coursework in bookkeeping, accounting, or specialized clerical accounting may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• A valid California State Driver’s License and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record may be required.

• City policies and procedures.
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for public sector bookkeeping and accounting.
• Applicable state and Federal statutes, rules, codes and regulations. Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures.
• General ledger reconciliation methods and techniques.
• Business and personal computers, and specialized accounting software applications.

• Entering data and numerical information into a computer system with speed and accuracy, and maintaining electronic records, files and databases.
• Performing mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy. Correcting and updating financial information systems.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift above the shoulder, lift at waist or chest, lift below waist, lift up to 50lbs., carry, push, pull twist, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, climb, manipulate fine motor skills, balance, reach, and grasp.
• Work is performed in a standard office environment. May be required to travel to various sites, locations and/or events.
• Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours.
• Employees are required to assume duties of a disaster worker in the event of a locally declared emergency.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Applications must be submitted online. Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicants must be specific in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Application packets will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with the application. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuing in the recruitment process. The selection process may include a panel interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any changes to their contact information.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Rosemead is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Rosemead to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression and pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, age, sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, or heterosexuality), military and veteran status.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
The City of Rosemead is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.

LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES:
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation.

EMERGENCY DISASTER WORKER:
City of Rosemead employees are registered as an Emergency Disaster Worker. In the event of a declared emergency, City employees shall initially remain at work, or if recalled, shall report to work after completing critical personal and family emergency responsibilities.

PROVISIONS:
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.