Accountant Trainee/I/II

The County of Riverside's Transportation and Land Management Agency (TLMA), Transportation Department, is currently recruiting for an Accountant Trainee/I/II.

This position is assigned to the Transportation Equipment Division, located in Riverside, and plays a key role in supporting the financial operations of the division.

The selected candidate will be responsible for reconciling General Ledger accounts and resolving accounting discrepancies, analyzing equipment history to determine replacement timelines, and running reports to prepare equipment rates.

Additional duties include monitoring and reconciling fuel activity, maintaining controls over the fixed asset register for equipment, approving fuel billing, posting capital lease payments, and updating and maintaining amortization schedules for equipment lease tracking.

The role also involves preparing physical inventories and year-end schedules in accordance with procedures established by the Auditor-Controller, assisting with the preparation of departmental quarterly financial statements and budgets, and reviewing a high volume of invoices to verify accurate coding for two cost centers.

The incumbent will also prepare infrastructure-related accounting, support special projects as assigned by the Supervisor, and contribute to the overall accuracy and integrity of the department's financial records.

Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities include knowledge of governmental accounting principles, general ledger reconciliation, fixed asset accounting, and capital lease accounting; experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and audit preparation; strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies and interpret complex financial data; proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel, including the ability to generate and analyze reports; the ability to review and process a high volume of invoices with accuracy and attention to detail; effective organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; and strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with internal departments and external stakeholders.

The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is contingent on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Salary Range:
Accountant Trainee = $29.62 - $41.09
Accountant I = $31.25 - $43.35

Accountant II = $32.97 - $45.74
Meet the Team!
The Transportation Department is responsible for planning, designing, funding, building, operating and maintaining all roads, bridges, and transportation facilities within the unincorporated County territory.• Establish, review, revise, and maintain controls on fiscal recordkeeping functions in an assigned unit.

• Examine and analyze fiscal recordkeeping systems and procedures.

• Examine, analyze, and verify fiscal documents (e.g., vouchers, warrants, requisitions, purchase orders, receiving reco...