Senior Project Accountant at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The OCDE is looking for a dynamic Senior Project Accountant that will perform complex and specialized accounting functions that support major programs funded by state, federal, local, and private entities. The person selected will work closely with program coordinators and OCDE administrators to ensure all expenditures meet funding source requirements and that OCDE accounting practices are in compliance with related regulations. This position will also be leading work direction and guidance to other project accountants and perform related duties as assigned. This position is full-time and will be based out of OCDE located at: 200 Kalmus Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92628. Work hours will be 8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field • Experience: Five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, at least two of which involved in project or grant fund accounting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a public agency or educational institution is preferred. There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Please describe your experience as it relates to this position and expand on project or grant fund accounting. 2. What is your experience providing lead work direction and guidance to other accountants? 3. Please describe in detail your experience, knowledge, and skill level using Microsoft Excel and Google Docs. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Education, Training and Experience: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field • Experience: Five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, at least two of which involved in project or grant fund accounting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a public agency or educational institution is preferred. There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Please describe your experience as it relates to this position and expand on project or grant fund accounting. 2. What is your experience providing lead work direction and guidance to other accountants? 3. Please describe in detail your experience, knowledge, and skill level using Microsoft Excel and Google Docs. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
5/15/2020 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/20/2019
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Classified: $4,793.00 - $6,291.00 monthly. Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
12 Months (13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days)
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.