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Accounting Technician Position at SLO County Airport

The Department of Airports is seeking an Accounting Technician to join our Finance Team at the SLO County Airport. This position supports the Airport's financial operations, including enterprise fund budgets, expenditures, financial reporting, and accounting records that keep one of the Central Coast's busiest transportation hubs running smoothly.

Under general supervision, the Accounting Technician works within the Airport's Finance Team. This position handles accounting records, accounts receivable, and financial reporting, and it plays a direct role in keeping the Airport's finances accurate, transparent, and compliant with County policy. You'll work as part of a small but mighty team and take ownership of meaningful work that directly supports our passengers, tenants, airlines, and community.

This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.

What You'll Do:

• Manage complex accounting records, journals, and ledgers.
• Manage accounts receivable, including tenant and concession billing, payment processing, account reconciliation, and follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and budget analyses.
• Review expenditures for compliance with County policies and applicable laws.
• Create purchase requisitions and ensure compliance with County Purchasing Policies.
• Research financial questions and provide clear, practical solutions.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Thrives in a collaborative environment and stays on track to meet deadlines independently.
• Is eager to learn and share knowledge with the team.
• Enjoys digging into details and getting the numbers right.
• Takes pride in organization, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Can explain financial information clearly to others.
• Has experience with accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Understands County purchasing and procurement procedures.

Why You'll Love It Here:

Airports are a unique and dynamic place to work, where aviation, customer service, and finance come together every day. You'll learn the financial side of aviation firsthand, from airline and tenant agreements to the operations behind a commercial airport, and build skills that reach beyond the numbers. You'll be part of a close-knit team where your contributions have a visible impact, whether you're processing a requisition, reconciling an account, or keeping day-to-day operations running behind the scenes. This is a chance to build a rewarding accounting career with the County of San Luis Obispo while contributing to a piece of public infrastructure that connects the Central Coast to the rest of the world.

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience:

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

Either A: Four years of experience as an Account Clerk or equivalent position. Or B: Two years of experience as a Senior Account Clerk or an equivalent position. Or C: An A.S. degree from an accredited college which includes 6 semester units of Accounting.

How to Apply:

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

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice: Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.

Veteran's Preference Points: If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.

Benefits:

Make a Difference: Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.

Compensation and Benefits: Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

Some benefits include:

• Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
• Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
• Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
• Free visits to the employee health clinic
• Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
• Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
• A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
• Optional deferred compensation plan
• Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Paid personal, sick and vacation days
• 12 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education and Wellness Allowance
• Post Employment Health Plan
• Family Friendly workplace policies
• Flexible work schedule options
• Rideshare commuter benefits
• Pet Insurance

The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.