Accounting Assistant I

Job Description:

Accounting Assistant I

Description

Position Information

Please note: the City is currently in contract negotiations and committed to maintaining a stable and supportive work environment. Some aspects of employment terms and conditions may be subject to change as a result of these negotiations. We will keep all applicants informed of any significant updates throughout the hiring process.

The City of Brentwood is seeking a motivated, customer-oriented entry-level clerical Accounting Assistant. As an Accounting Assistant, you will be responsible for the following duties:

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service related to utility billing.
• Perform clerical accounting duties related to financial record-keeping and reporting.
• Process and verify financial documents, records, and transactions.
• Maintain organized financial files, reconcile discrepancies, and prepare reports.

Core Competencies:

• Accuracy: Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of clerical accounting principles, basic governmental accounting, record-keeping and reconciliation.
• Multitasking: Capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently under pressure.
• Software Competency: Competency in office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and financial databases.
• Policy Interpretation: Understanding of relevant utility laws, codes, and regulations.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Customer Service Skills: Consistently responding to customer inquiries and complaints with strong active listening and problem solving skills.
• Communication Clarity: Effective communication in person, via phone, and in written correspondence.
• Collaborative Relationships: Ability to work adaptively and collaboratively with colleagues, city officials, and external agencies.
• Professionalism: Tact, patience, and professionalism in handling sensitive financial matters.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Works well in a team environment while handling individual responsibilities.
• Is customer-oriented and capable of navigating complex inquiries with professionalism.
• Has a foundational understanding of accounting and financial processes.
• Demonstrates keen attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Is proficient in office software and able to quickly adapt to new systems.
• Exhibits excellent problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills.
• Shows eagerness to learn and develop within the role.

For more information please see the job description here.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

• One year of clerical experience preferably involving financial record keeping and extensive public contact.

Application Process

Applicants must submit the following:
A completed City of Brentwood Employment Application.Resume.

Postmarks, faxes and incomplete applications will not be accepted. Your application must be filled out completely online. Resumes must also be submitted but it is not a substitute for a completed application.

The examination process will consist of:

• Application Review - Review of applications for minimum qualifications for the position and to ensure all materials have been submitted.
• Written Exam - Applicants possessing these requirements will be invited to take a written test. The examination will cover elements of the knowledge and abilities identified in the job description and is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 23, 2025.
• Eligible List - All applicants that pass the examination process will be placed on the eligible list which is good for at least 6 months and may be extended up to an additional 18 months. This eligible list will be used by the City of Brentwood to fill all current and future openings in this classification as long as the list is active.

DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content. Components may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as needs dictate.

All correspondence regarding application status, test and/or interview dates, etc. will be sent by email and will be available on your GovernmentJobs account. Please check your email folders, including your junk/spam folders and accept emails from the domain governmentjobs.com, neogov.com, or brentwoodca.gov. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that all correspondence is received.

The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants requesting special accommodations during the examination process may contact the Human Resources Department at (925) 516-5191.

The City of Brentwood provides a wide range of competitive benefits which can be viewed on our City Benefits page: https://www.brentwoodca.gov/government/human-resources/salary-and-benefits-overview

Closing Date/Time: 5/29/2025 10:00 AM Pacific

Salary:

$60,727.56 - $73,814.76 Annually