Top Accounting Executive jobs in Concord, CA

Top Accounting Executive provides technical and operational leadership across accounting functions. Develops and implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental financial and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards. Being a Top Accounting Executive operationalizes accounting systems and processes to deliver continuous improvements. Ensures accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting. Additionally, Top Accounting Executive establishes internal auditing processes and coordinates external audits. Uses in-depth knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and best practices to develop accounting professionals. May require a master's degree in accounting or finance. May require Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Typically reports to top management. The Top Accounting Executive manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Top Accounting Executive typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Accounting Manager (Accounting Supervisor)
  • City of Napa
  • Napa, CA FULL_TIME
  • *** Position under review for job title change to “Accounting Manager” ***
    *** Additional benefits include flexible work schedules, hybrid/remote work options, and 9/80s (i.e. alternating Friday’s off) ***


    Do you pride yourself in your ability to improve processes and operations? Are you passionate about leading and developing other finance professionals? Then APPLY today and grow your career benefiting the community we serve!

    We are seeking a dynamic individual with excellent technical knowledge in municipal finance, including governmental fund accounting, auditing, budget development, payroll and billing operations. You will report directly to the Deputy Finance Director and oversee the Accounting & Audit Division.

    The Ideal Candidate:

    In leading the Accounting & Audit Division, you would manage a team of collaborative finance professionals that has a strong commitment to high quality service delivery. The team consists of nine (9) allocated positions, and are responsible for general accounting, audit, benefits, utility billing, revenue collection, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. You will implement operational improvements and champion our ERP system, Tyler Munis, to ensure positive Citywide engagement.

    You are personable, approachable, committed to interdepartmental communication and collaboration. You will capitalize on the strengths of the Department staff, provide general guidance and support while encouraging the team to continue to work independently. Our new Accounting Supervisor will establish a work environment where employee input is valued and will hold regular check-in meetings with the various functional areas to create a cohesive team. As a resource for staff, we are looking for someone with a calming presence, who will be an advocate for staff. A candidate with good communication skills, an open-door policy approach, and a commitment to being accessible and visible is vital.

    Our Department:

    The Finance Department consists of 25 full-time employees and a proposed annual department budget of $5,848,670 for FY23/24. The Finance Department is composed of the Administration, Accounting & Auditing, Revenue, and Budget divisions. The department is responsible for safeguarding public financial resources, providing the City Council with thoughtful policy analysis and development of financially sound funding options, developing the City budget, utility billing, overseeing purchasing activities, and assisting city departments to implement their programs through budget development and management, and reporting the city’s financial activity in a clear and understandable manner to the organization and the community. 


    In addition to your qualifications, you will have experience demonstrating the following:

    • Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills - Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise; using knowledge to accomplish results.
    • Emotional Intelligence - Establishing and sustaining positive relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others’ emotions and behavior; using insights to efficiently respond so that one’s behavior matches one’s values and delivers intended results.
    • Coaching & Developing Others - Providing instruction and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities; planning and supporting the development of individual skills and abilities.
    • Planning & Organizing - Establishing an action plan for self and others to complete work efficiently and on time by setting priorities, establishing timelines, and using resources.
    • Project Management - Designs, implements and manages ongoing projects and provides related resources, personnel and activities to successful completion.
    • Leading Teams - Using appropriate methods and interpersonal styles to develop, empower, and guide the team to attain successful outcomes and business objectives.
    • Adaptability - Maintaining efficiency when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures. Adapting quickly to change and easily considering innovative ideas.
    • Resolving Conflict - Helping others deal with an antagonistic situation to minimize damage to the relationships and promote shared goals; using appropriate interpersonal methods to reduce tension between two or more people and facilitate agreement.
    • Decision Making - Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information; choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions; taking action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and optimizes probable consequences.

    This recruitment and examination is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy and may be used to fill future similar full-time vacancies as they occur during the active status of the employment list.  The active status of this employment list will be at least 6 months unless abolished sooner or extended beyond that date in accordance with the Civil Service Rules.

    For a full, detailed class specification, click here.

    MISSION STATEMENT for the City of Napa
    Rooted in public service, our mission is to grow a vibrant, sustainable community for all who live in, work in, and visit the City of Napa, through thoughtful leadership and dedication to excellence. 

    CORE VALUES for the City of Napa

    • Integrity - Consistently demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct with accountability and pride.
    • Service - Engaging in meaningful work to care for our community through resourceful dedication and humble actions.
    • Inclusion - Creating a sense of ease and belonging through respect, acceptance, and mindfulness of our collective diversity.
    • Collaboration - Working together with a shared purpose while respectfully considering all voices to achieve common goals, solutions, and greater outcomes.


    ***NOTE:  CITY OF NAPA EMPLOYEES SHOULD USE A PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS***


    SELECTION PROCESS
    The City of Napa utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, an eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments and eligible lists may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work.
     
    What happens next?
    • We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the selection process. Application appraisal includes a review of qualifications, education, training, and experience related to the job, as well as supplemental questions if applicable.
    • Applicants moving forward in the selection process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): online assessment, written examination, job-related exercise, phone interview, and panel interview.
    • Based on the City Charter, the final phase of the selection process is the Probationary Period, which in most cases is six (6) months but may be twelve (12) months depending on the classification.  
    • When three or fewer candidates are available, the testing procedures outlined in the Job Announcement may be waived by the Human Resources Department.
    Language Equity
    • If you need assistance with the recruitment and selection process in Spanish, contact us at 707-257-9505. These request will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. 
    • Si necesita ayuda con el proceso de reclutamiento y selección en español, contáctenos al 707-257-9505. Estas solicitudes se evaluarán caso por caso.
    Reasonable Accommodations
    The City of Napa Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate qualified disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the testing process must inform the HR Department in writing by the final filing date. A Reasonable Accommodation Request Form is available from HR and may be obtained by calling 707-257-9505, or dial 7-1-1 for the California Relay Service, offering free text-to-speech, speech-to-speech, and Spanish-language services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

    The City of Napa is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace will maximize our talents to benefit the residents we serve.
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LEGAL ASSISTANT
  • US Executive Office for Immigration Review
  • Concord, CA FULL_TIME
  • Duties If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for directly and independently providing a wide variety of technical legal assistance services. The wide v...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Accounting Clerk
  • Kastner Honda
  • Napa, CA FULL_TIME
  • Accounting Clerk Victory Automotive Group is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join the team. The Accounting Clerk performs a variety of general accounting support tasks. They will handle accounting fina...
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Manager, Accounting
  • Napa Valley College
  • Napa, CA FULL_TIME
  • OPEN UNTIL FILLED Napa Valley College is seeking an individual with demonstrated administrative skills to join an outstanding team of faculty, staff, and administrators to provide high quality program...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Accounting Technician
  • Solano County
  • Multiple Locations, CA FULL_TIME
  • WHY JOIN US AT SOLANO COUNTY?COMMITMENT TO SERVICE: Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play.We serve the public in many different ways,...
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Accounting Clerk
  • Distribution and Manufacturing
  • Hercules, CA FULL_TIME
  • Our growing business is looking for a full-time accounting clerk.JOB DESCRIPTION: Assist accounting team with all aspects of Bookkeeping Maintain accounts receivables including invoices, collection of...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Executive Assistant to Chief People Officer
  • Aster Talent Partners
  • San Francisco, CA
  • We are a mission-driven Private Equity firm offering premier access to the best sustainable and climate-focused investme...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Account Executive, B2B Sales- Office Dealers
  • Williams-Sonoma
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Job Description We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every require...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director, Special Education
  • Alameda County Office Of Education
  • Hayward, CA
  • About the Employer The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) supports students through our mission to provide, promo...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Office Manager and Executive Assistant
  • Miss Jones Baking Co.
  • Corte Madera, CA
  • Company Description We are a baking company called Miss Jones Baking Co. that specializes in better-for-you ready-to-use...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Mastech Digital
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • POSITION: Managerial Consultant(Executive Assistant) LOCATION: 1425 S. Main St. Contra Costa Walnut Creek CA 94596(Fully...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant to the Provost Office and Manager of Academic Affairs
  • California College of the Arts (CCA)
  • San Francisco, CA
  • The Executive Assistant to the Provost Office and Manager of Academic Affairs oversees the day-to-day operations of the ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant / Office Manager
  • GES Investment Management
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Job Description Job Description We are looking to hire an Executive Assistant / Office Manager to join our team! You wil...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant / Office Manager
  • ABD STUDIO
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY The Executive Assistant / Office Manager is responsible for general off...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Concord (/ˈkɒŋkərd/ KON-kord) is the largest city in Contra Costa County, California. At the 2010 census, the city had a population of 122,067 making it the 8th largest city in the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 1869 as the community of Todos Santos by Salvio Pacheco, the name was changed to Concord within months. The city is a major regional suburban East Bay center within the San Francisco Bay Area, and is 29 miles (47 kilometres) east of San Francisco. Concord is located at 37°58′41″N 122°01′52″W / 37.97806°N 122.03111°W / 37.97806; -122.03111. It is 29 miles (47 kilometres) northeas...
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Income Estimation for Top Accounting Executive jobs
$273,218 to $431,803
Concord, California area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

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