Del Oro Water Company is currently accepting applications for a full-time
ACCOUNTANT with a water authority. This position is located at the Del Oro Water Corporate Offices in Chico, California
Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer & Director of Corporate Accounting the position will perform routine analytical duties with responsibility in the following areas: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory, Water Accounting, Water Budget, Year End Processing, Financial Reporting.
Summary of Duties:
Assist in the development of the annual budgets
Manage asset records of the company and its affiliates
Assist Accounting Technicians in the processing of receivables, payables and check reconciliations
Prepare and post month-end and year-end adjustments and closing entries to the general ledger and balance subsidiary ledgers with control accounts in the general ledger
Assist Director of Corporate Accounting in compiling annual audit data
Assist administrative staff as required
Other related work as required
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field and/or equivalent is preferred
Two plus years as an Accounting Technician or bookkeeper or comparable accounting experience
Basic accounting principles, basic mathematics including fractions and simple interest, alphabetical and numerical sequences, general office practices, proper telephone procedures and proper grammar
Ability to:
Account for asset acquisitions, transfers and retirements; and administer periodic inventories of materials and supplies
Maintain clerical records and prepare reports and anticipate problems (including the development and anticipation of solutions)
Effectively work with all levels of employees, departments and management
Maintain cooperative working relationships with other personnel, governmental officials, and the public
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with agencies, consultants, customers, employees, and vendors
Ability to interpret and apply business and governmental laws and regulations
Effectively demonstrate the application of all skills, knowledge, and aptitudes required to carry out the duties and responsibilities cited above
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Ability to establish and maintain accurate records
Detail-oriented and experienced in analyzing and improving processes
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Skilled in preparing concise written reports, policies, and procedures
Valid California Driver License
Flexible and able to prioritize work and take on additional tasks as required
Salary/Benefits:
This is a full-time position with competitive starting salary depending on qualifications
Health, Dental, Eye Insurance for employee and family (after 60 days), paid by company
9 Holidays, Vacation (1 week after first year) and Sick Leave (accrued at 1/2 day per month)
401K options
For more information and to apply, visit http://www.delorowater.com/deloro/employmentopportunities.html
About us: Del Oro Water Company was established in 1963 and has proudly served California for over 60 years. Del Oro currently operates 20 water districts throughout the state of California.
More information about Del Oro is available at our website: www.DelOroWater.com.
The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. Del Oro Water Company does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner.