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Nevada County Accounting Assistant II in Nevada City, California
Accounting Assistant II
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Accounting Assistant II
Salary
$46,333.08 - $56,563.20 Annually
Location
Nevada City, CA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2024-0091
Department
Information and General Services Administration
Opening Date
07/05/2024
Closing Date
7/21/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD ON JULY 29, 2024
Nevada County is seeking Accounting Assistant II full-time permanent position for collections operations. This is a responsible journey-level position where individuals are expected to perform assigned duties with only occasional instructions or assistance. Individuals will perform a variety of routine clerical accounting duties related to the processing, maintaining and preparing statistical, financial, billing records. Other vital duties include:
Receive, review, verify and process daily parking citations
Monitor performance of vendor contract and payment associated to, code compliance, citations, victim restitution, medical costs associated with an arrest, non-sufficient funds checks
Handle account disputes and facilitate communication between customers, collection agencies and County departments
Perform technical financial record keeping for collections operations. Prepare records and reconcile transactions, reconcile insufficient funds and returns, prepare other accounting documents
Apply and implement County policies, State and Federal laws and regulations
Work with multiple software platforms. Compile and analyze data using Microsoft Excel.
An Accounting Assistant II is an integral part of the County's accounting team whose mission is to support the Accounting department by performing clerical tasks, including processing and recording transactions, and preparing reports!
This position is crafted for individuals who have graduated from high school and have at least 2 years of clerical experience at a level comparable to the Office Assistant I with the County of Nevada. Furthermore, 2 years of experience at a level equivalent to Nevada County's classification of Accounting Assistant I is required. No college degree is required but if you have taken a few courses in accounting or a related field, that's a plus!
Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides important programming to keep us safe and healthy.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Please read the full job description here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1415206?keywords=Accounting%20Assistant&pagetype=classSpecifications) .
Examples of Duties
Education and Experience Required
Level I: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade and at least two years of clerical experience at a level comparable to the Office Assistant I with the County of Nevada
Level II: (in addition to the above) Two years of experience at a level equivalent to Nevada County's classification of Accounting Assistant I.
Benefits Guide
The Benefits Guide (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/50968/Nevada-County-2024-Open-Enrollment-Benefits-Guide) is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2024 Health Insurance Plans
Anthem Select HMO
Anthem Traditional HMO
Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
Blue Shield Trio HMO
Kaiser HMO
PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
PERS Platinum PPO
PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
Flexible Spending Accounts
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Basic Term Life
Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
Optional Dependent Term Life
Optional Term Life
Dental & Vision Insurance
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers:
Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.
Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
www.nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following choices best describes your level of education? Please attach a copy of your college level transcripts (unofficial are accepted) or degree to your application.
Did not graduate High School or GED
High School or GED
Some college: 0-59 units
Some college: 60-89 units
Some college: 90-119 units
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
02
Which of the following best describes your experience at a level equivalent to Nevada County's Accounting Assistant I. Please review the job duties to accurately respond.
None
Less than 1 year
1 year to less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 5 years
5 years or more
03
The Accounting Assistant will work with a variety of assignments that will involve financial accounts, records, processing accounts payable/receivable, maintaining statistical data, and preparing financial reports and statements. Please let us know what your skills may be in the task described.
I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
04
The Accounting Assistant II with the Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office is responsible for cash handling duties. Cash handling refers to the process of receiving and giving money as well as the behind-the-scenes money management within the duties assigned. Please let us know what your experience is with handling money.
I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
05
The Accounting Assistant II with the Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office is responsible for understanding basic government accounting procedures and practices. Please describe your experience working in government accounting.
I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
06
The Accounting Assistant II deals effectively with and provides excellent customer service to all races, nationalities, cultures, disabilities, ages, and sexes. In addition, the candidate supports equal and fair treatment and inclusion for everyone. Please tell us about your experience handling diversity in the workplace with internal and external customers.
I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
07
Please let us know how important diversity is to you and share with us what you feel is the most challenging aspect of working in a diverse environment?
08
The Accounting Assistant II is one who is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. As the Accounting Assistant II with the Nevada County Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office, please tell us how you would demonstrate your integrity and trust in a situation requiring you to admit to a mistake or failure.
09
The Accounting Assistant II is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Please describe your experience in providing excellent customer service.
I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.
10
The Accounting Assistant II practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees. Tell us about a time when someone said you weren't listening, but you thought you were. What was the result? What did you take away from that experience?
11
What type of work environment do you work best in? Tell me about a time when you worked in this environment.
12
Describe a job where you performed in a similar capacity to the job here in the County Treasurer Tax-Collector's Office. What did you like about it? What did you dislike about this type of work?
13
What is the single most important factor that must be present in your work environment for you to be successfully and happily employed? Now that you have answered that question, what were two other factors that you debated about responding before you gave the response that you chose?
14
How would your co-workers describe your work style and contributions in your former job?
15
When you work with a team, describe the role that you are most likely to play on the team.
16
Provide an example of a time when you went out of your way and jumped through hoops to delight a customer.
Required Question
Agency
County of Nevada
Address
950 Maidu Avenue
Nevada City, California, 95959
Phone
530 265 7010
Website
https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/
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