Under general supervision of a departmental supervisor or manager, to perform lead accounting duties related to the analysis and operation of payroll data and the payroll system; to plan, process and coordinate the City's payroll functions; to initiate and compile documents to complete payroll-related transactions; to input a variety of information such as hours worked, salary adjustments, direct deposits and voluntary deduction information; to process documents and information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature; to resolve complex and difficult payroll issues, and do related work as required.
This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill one (1) current full-time vacancy with the Finance Department.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for this position will be dedicated to maintaining outstanding customer service, great attitude, shows a record of success, has a passion for public service and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity. The incumbent will help cultivate a positive working environment, providing a welcoming and approachable atmosphere for employees, and peers.
FILING DEADLINEThis recruitment is scheduled to close on July 25, 2024 but can close at any time with or without prior notice. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Candidates who best meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.
WORK SCHEDULEThis position is a benefited, full-time, confidential position working hours to be assigned at the discretion of the Director of Finance. Candidates may be required to work irregular hours, various shifts, weekends, holidays and/or on-call status.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The position allocated to this class performs in a lead capacity and exercises a considerable degree of initiative, tact and mature judgment in the performance of a variety of accounting related duties for the operation of all payroll-related transactions, reporting, auditing, and responses to outside agencies. The incumbent must possess the requisite experience and knowledge of the financial system and internal policies, applicable laws and regulations as well as bargaining unit provisions. Diplomacy and confidentiality is necessary to interact with the others on sensitive matters. Duties are performed under minimal supervision and a high degree of independence within established procedures. Supervision may be exercised over lower level administrative or technical staff.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in payroll or accounting in a government environment and completion of college level courses in the principles of accounting.
Education:
High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent and completion of college level courses in the principles of accounting. Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration or a related field is desirable.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and good driving record.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis. There is frequent need to sit, stand, stoop, walk, and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday. Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in an office setting and operate office equipment, transport materials and supplies weighing up to 10 pounds, and to travel to various locations; must be able to see in the normal visual range with or without correction with vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens and other printed documents; must be able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; and must be able to speak to communicate in person and over the telephone.This job specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify essential functions and requirements of the job. Not all incumbents may perform all duties at all times. However, incumbents must be able to perform essential duties, with or without accommodation for disability at any time while holding this position.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This position is represented by the Lynwood Employees' Association/AFSCME Local920 (LEA).
EMERGENCY DISASTER WORKER
City of Lynwood employees are registered as an Emergency Disaster Worker. All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.
REASONABLE ACCOMMOTATIONS
The City of Lynwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer, special assistance with the application and examination process is available upon request, for persons with disabilities. Notify Human Resources for assistance at (310) 603-0220 ext. 221 no later than three working days prior to the closing or scheduled examination/interview date.
SELECTION PROCESS
Your online application packet must include:
1 - A completed online employment application.
2 - A completed supplemental questionnaire.
Failure to submit a complete application packet will result in disqualification from the examination process.
Job applications must completely be filled out; a resume cannot substitute for some of the information. Be sure to be detail in your education, training or other relevant coursework that would make you a particularly strong candidate.
It is the applicant's responsibility to make sure the application is properly submitted.
Applicants will receive communication through email. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.
Complete application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria described in this job announcement. No postmarks, faxes or emails will be accepted. Only those candidates deemed to be the most qualified and meeting the City’s particular needs will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The recruitment process may consist of a written examination, practical examination and/or an oral interview conducted by a panel of experts. Provisions of this bulletin do not constitute nor guarantee an expressed or implied contract for employment and may be revoked or modified without notice.
Prior to the first day of work, selected candidates must pass a background (live scan fingerprinted) and physical examination, including a drug screen.
Employer will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Employer is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
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 of documentation.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Lynwood does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation.
THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR REVOKE, WITHOUT NOTICE, ANY OR ALL OF THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN PRIOR TO THE TIME OF APPOINTMENT, AND TO WAIVE ANY NON-SUBSTANTIVE JOB REQUIREMENT AND MAKE SUBJECTIVE DECISIONS INTERPRETING AND ASSESSING THE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS OF ANY CANDIDATE, INCLUDING THE DETERMINATION THAT NONE OF THE CANDIDATES, EVEN THOSE WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, ARE APPROPRIATE FOR THE POSITION.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE AT:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lynwoodca
If you have any questions, please contact:
City of Lynwood 11330 Bullis Road
Lynwood, CA 90262
310-603-0220 x 221