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• Educational Incentive - An educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor's degree, or 5% for completion of a graduate degree.
• Bilingual Incentive - Incumbents may be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill. Proficiency levels by exam are $0.69/hour (Level I), $1.00/hour (Level II), or $1.32/hour (Level III).
• Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. If you participate in the County sponsored 401(k) plan, the County will match a part of your contribution up to 3% of your salary, on a per pay period basis. Following five (5) years of continuous County service, an additional 2% non-elective contribution will be made to the 401(k) plan.
• Health Plans - You are afforded a biweekly flexible credit allowance for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from authorized plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax benefit towards eligible medical, dental, and vision care expenses.
• Pension Plan - Participate in the County's defined benefit pension plan that provides lifetime payments to retirees. Members are "vested" after attaining five years of retirement service credit. If eligible, you may establish reciprocity with other public retirement systems such as CalPERS.
• Holidays - 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
• Additional Benefits: Tuition Reimbursement, Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, LIfe Insurance, Wellness Program.
• To learn more about the benefits, please follow the link: https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/MOA/docs/Management_Resolution_-_2024-10_October.pdf

• Researches and analyzes changes in legislation, Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), State Controller's Manual, Governmental Accounting, Auditing and Financial Reporting, and Federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidelines;
• Evaluates fiscal/accounting operations and recommends policies, systems, and procedures to implement change, taking into consideration the impact to various county agencies (e.g., reporting format/requirements, accounting classifications, fund consolidations, expenses treatment, fixed asset depreciation by fund types, etc.);
• Assists with development of new accounting structure, classifications, internal controls, and reporting requirements;
• Supervises Accounts Payable staff, including assigning work and conducting performance evaluations;
• Establishes and monitors performance measures to maintain departmental standards;
• Supports the accounts payable department with development and implementation of new vendors, contractors, and accounts payable processes. Evaluates and reviews accounting policies and systems for compliance with regulations and reporting requirements; and
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Under general direction, supports the General Accounting Unit with the development, implementation, and upkeep of the VCBH cost accounting structure;
• Supports team members in gathering, consolidating, and validating business assumptions;
• Audits system changes to ensure compliance with established procedures and project requirements;
• Plans, schedules and coordinates all aspects of the Drug Medi-Cal cost report to ensure timely filing as required by the State;
• Prepares state, county, department cost, revenue and other financial reports as requested;
• Works closely with State, Federal and other auditors. Oversees audits, interprets and assists with resolution to audit findings. Provides results and responses to State, Federal and/or other auditors;
• Evaluates the appropriateness of bases and techniques used, equitable allocation of costs, and maximum cost recovery from State and Federal entities;
• Develops charts, graphs, and reports summarizing data on cost and revenue trends;
• Evaluates programs/objects with detailed cost/revenue analyses and reports;
• Monitors revenues and expenditures to determine whether reported levels meet anticipated levels, grant funds are expended appropriately; and revenue is recorded accurately;
• Reviews and analyzes information concerning cost accounting issues and financial reports and provides results and responses to State and/or Federal audits;
• Regularly communicates with agency/department managers and with State and Federal auditors; and
• Provides high level decisions and guidance for accounts payable, collaborates with Provider Network Management to obtain information and documentation for accounts payable as needed. Operates as the go between for accounts payable, contractors, vendors and VCBH management when necessary; and
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Submit your transcripts or grade reports from an accredited college or university which shows your name and reflect a conferred degree and passing grades in the required subject. Attach education verification documents to your online application or submit to Vivian.Merida@ venturacounty.gov prior to the closing date/time of this recruitment.
• If you need additional time to submit transcripts, contact the analyst conducting the recruitment for an extension at Vivian.Merida@venturacounty.gov
• Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Degree(s) from a foreign institution require an academic credential evaluation to determine the U.S. equivalency.
• If the name is different on the transcripts from your application, documentation needs to be submitted showing the name change.

• Public sector healthcare fiscal experience
• Advanced training, as evidenced by a Master's degree of Business Administration (MBA) degree, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation

• Financial practices and requirements in the areas of Mental Health, SUS, and/or Public Guardian Programs;
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards;
• Federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) circular A-87;
• Comprehensive Annual Financial Report guidelines and processes;
• Budgeting and project management methods and processes;
• Cost accounting principles and processes;
• Laws and regulations affecting governmental financial operations,
• Data processing systems applicable to accounting operations.

• Use of computer and related technology including software applications specific to the work performed;
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word software;
  
• Applying financial principles and regulations to assigned fiscal program area;
  
• Reconciling financial statements;
  
• Developing clear and concise fiscal reports, statements and related documents;
  

• Prepare various complex cost reports (Mental Health, Medicare, Substance Use Services);
• Analyze legislative changes for fiscal impact and accounting requirements;
• Understand interrelationships among financial/accounting records and accounts;
• Analyze financial/accounting data and draw logical conclusions;
• Interpret and apply a variety of complex policies, procedures, rules, regulations, contracts or legal documents;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people.

• Benefits website or you may call (805) 654-2570.
• Retirement FAQ's
• Memorandum of Agreement