Cameron Park Community Services District
Senior Accountant
Admin/Finance Department
Salary: $38,375 - $47, 253
(Exempt/Confidential)
Open until filled, first review of applications and resumes will be July 8th. Apply by July 12th at 3:00pm to
qualify for first review with resume and completed district application.
Class specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the rand of duties and responsibilities that are
associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a
classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualification necessary for entry into the
class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position
Community Overview:
The community of Cameron Park is located in the foothills of El Dorado County, on the west slope of the
Sierra Nevada along U.S. Highway 50, about 30 miles east of Sacramento, California. The community is
home to about 15,000 residents and covers an area of about 8.3 square miles. The Cameron Park
Community Services District (CSD) administers fire and emergence services, parks, recreation,
covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&R’s), lighting and landscape, solid waste disposal and
recycling.
Definition:
Under general direction, performs complex and difficult accounting functions related to financial
statements, the preparation of journal entries for general ledger accounts, reconciliation of accounts,
accounts payable, payroll, payroll benefits, accruals, and taxes: performs other related duties as
required. Position includes responsibility for Human Resources and coordination of IT.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
The Senior Accountant is the advances journey-level class expected to perform the full scope of
financial record keeping transactions, payroll, accounts payable, customer service functions, and related
support duties with minimum supervision. Assignments are characterized by the presence of general
guidelines from which to make decisions and the availability of supervision when required. This
classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Accounting Technician in that the
latter performs the paraprofessional accounting duties.
Supervision Exercised/Received:
Receives general direction from the General Manager. Incumbents in this position routinely exercise
supervision of time assistance.
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Essential Functions: (include but are not limited to the following)
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Accepts responsibility for performing complex accounting functions related to financial
statements, the preparation of journal entries for general ledger accounts, reconciliation of
accounts, accounts payable, payroll, payroll benefits, accruals, taxes, and initial preparation for
audits.
Performs a variety of financial reporting tasks, including prepares month-end closing and
analyzes month-end reports for the general ledger; prepares reports and works with the auditor
in gathering and interpreting data for their review, reconciling a number of District accounts and
funds; maintains spreadsheets; analyzes and prepares accounts for year-end closing and
financial statements.
Assists with bank deposits of all District revenues as needed; analyzes and reviews bank account
to assure funds are available; prepares requests for funds from County and LAJF as needed;
reconciles monthly bank statements for all District Accounts.
Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations,
state/local agencies and association, District management and staff and the public.
Liaison with the Board, General Manager and Department Heads.
Provides information to the public or other staff that requires the use of mature judgment.
Knowledgeable of all functions and responsibilities of the Finance Department in order to train
or lead other department staff, including backing up for absences.
Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions:
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting and stooping in the
performance of daily activities. The position also require repetitive hand movement and fine
coordination in data entry and preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position
requires both near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing
is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and
documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualifies individuals requiring and
requesting such accommodations.
Qualifications:
(The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the
classification.)
Education and/or Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and
abilities necessary for a Senior Accountant. An associate’s degree is required and Bachelor’s
degree is preferred. In the absence of the required degree, the incumbent must poses the
equivalent of three years of government agency, special district, or fund accounting experience
and two years of college level course work in accounting or a related field.
Other qualifications:
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Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Class C California’s Driver’s license.
Must be able to pass a screening process to become bonded
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Drug Screening and DOJ background check required.
Highly Desirable:
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CPA
Public Sector Experience
Knowledge/Abilities/Skills: (The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s
necessary to perform essential duties of the position)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of financial record keeping, report writing, bookkeeping and
basic governmental accounting; cash handling techniques; basic principles of
mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; methods
and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices
and equipment; modern office equipment, including a computer and applicable
software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and
writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety
practices.
Ability to:
Work independently and prepare, maintain and reconcile carious complex financial,
accounting and statistical records; keep accurate records; examine a wide variety of
financial documents and reports; perform mathematical calculation quickly and
accurately; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulation; read,
interpret and record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work
assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within
established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an
appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and
work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Skill to:
Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing, spreadsheets and
software applications, including financial systems.
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How to Apply
Senior Accountant, Admin/Finance Department
Apply to:
Physical/Mailing Address:
Cameron Park Community Services District
2502 Country Club Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682
Contact Name: Mary Cahill, General Manager
Contact Phone Number: 530-677-2231
Resume and completed application can be submitted by email to [email protected]
Website: www.cameronpark.org
Application available under Job Opportunities page on website
http://www.cameronpark.org/csd_job_opportunities.html
Resume and completed District Application must be submitted.
Apply by July 12th at 3:00pm to qualify for first review
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