Coachella Valley Water District · 4 days ago
Temporary, Limited-Term Accountant I
Palm Desert, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$6,833/mo - $9,367/mo
2+ years expCoachella Valley Water District's Finance Department is seeking a skilled and adaptable professional for a limited-term, full-time position to support audit preparation activities and provide accounting support. The role involves executing routine financial transactions and assisting with operational functions during a transitional period as the department implements a new ERP system and customer billing software.
AssociationFood and Beverage
Responsibilities
Provides responsible professional support in the administration and implementation of the District’s financial, auditing, Grants, and accounting processes and systems
Maintains the fixed asset registry; researches assets; gathers documentation and assesses life and type of asset; consults with engineers and other District personnel prior to booking into the financial management system
Monitors expenditures, revenues, and budget allocations to determine the District’s financial status and prepares custom reports, graphs, and schedules as needed
Performs treasury functions including cash flow analysis, transferring of funds, and monitoring available funds and investment portfolios
Prepares journal entries and reconciles balance sheets and accounts; reviews and ensures accuracy of data entry prior to review and posting
Ensures the integrity of the general ledger, including evaluating and analyzing transactions, implementing accounting procedures and preparing accurate and timely financial analyses and reports
Prepares a wide variety of financial and statistical reports, including financial statements and quarterly, year-end, audit, cash position, and budget reports
Interprets, explains, and applies general and governmental accounting/auditing principles and procedures, laws, and regulations affecting the financial operations of the District
Participates in the annual financial statements and notes, such as the preparation and submittal of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (AFCR); interfaces with the independent auditors in the audit process
Participates in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures; ensures compliance with mandated requirements and regulations, including Grants
Observes and complies with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, public administration, finance, or a closely related field
Two (2) years of experience performing accounting duties related to general accounting, auditing and/or financial management
Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment
Public agency financial and accounting practices
Modern principles, practices, and methods of public and governmental accounting and financing, including program budgeting, general accounting, auditing, and their application to District operations
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); regulations issued by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
Mathematical principles and statistical methods
Principles of general ledger maintenance and account reconciliation
Methods and techniques of evaluating and maintaining fixed asset fiscal records
Basic principles of budget maintenance and oversight
Operational characteristics of financial management systems as it relates to the maintenance of fiscal records and reports
Methods and techniques of preparing financial statements and reports
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility
Research methods and techniques
Record-keeping principles and procedures
District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
Perform professional level accounting duties
Review, analyze, record, audit, verify, and document a diverse range of financial transactions
Review and evaluate postings, and maintain the District's general ledger
Prepare clear, complete, and concise financial statements, reports, and other written correspondence
Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations
Conduct research projects on a wide variety of accounting, financial, and budgetary issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective reports
Interpret, explain, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and District resolutions, policies, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems
Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Benefits
A comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package ensuring employees have many options to meet their healthcare, wellness and/or retirement savings goals.
Flexibility and support for all the different stages of life.
Company
Coachella Valley Water District
CVWD is a public agency tasked with meeting numerous water-related needs within the Coachella Valley.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Raul Aguirre
Director of Service
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