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Accountant I-III

The Department of Airports is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our finance team as an Accountant I-II-III.

Reporting to the Administrative Manager, this position serves as the department's lead accounting professional, responsible for managing daily fiscal operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting airport budget development, audits, and financial reporting.

The Department Accountant oversees accounting for enterprise and special revenue funds, coordinates financial reporting for operating and capital projects, and ensures compliance with County policies, governmental accounting standards, and internal control procedures. This position plays a key role in maintaining the financial integrity of the County's airport system.

This opportunity offers professional growth within the County's accounting series, with positions filled at the I, II, or III level depending on experience and qualifications.

You are a detail-oriented and analytical accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment where accuracy and teamwork are essential. You bring sound judgment, initiative, and an understanding of how solid financial management supports safe, efficient airport operations. You enjoy improving processes, solving complex problems, and working collaboratively across departments.

You should have:

• A strong understanding of governmental and enterprise fund accounting, financial analysis, and budget preparation.
• Experience reconciling complex financial statements and preparing clear, accurate reports.
• The ability to manage multiple funding sources, ensure compliance with policies and regulations, and meet deadlines with precision.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, leadership, and external partners.

Highly desirable experience includes:

• Knowledge of FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant management, Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) reporting, or other airport-specific funding programs.
• Familiarity with tenant lease revenue accounting, rates and charges analysis, or capital project financial tracking.
• Experience supporting financial operations in a public-sector or enterprise fund environment.

Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience:

Accountant I: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, including 12 semester units or 18 quarter units of accounting.

Accountant II: The same as above plus one year of experience at a level equivalent to Accountant I.

Accountant III: The same as above plus two years of experience at a level equivalent to Accountant II.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca.