Social Services Agency (SSA) Accounting Unit Supervisor

CAREER DESCRIPTION

SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY (SSA) ACCOUNTING UNIT SUPERVISOR

SALARY INFORMATION

This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:

Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment will establish an open eligible list. The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current and future SSA Accounting Unit Supervisor vacancies. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025, at 11:59 PM (PT).

ORANGE COUNTY
Whether it’s manicured beach towns or celebrated theme parks, all framed by oceanfront towns and luxury yachts, Orange County is commonly known as “The OC” and stands out as one of the state’s most iconic destinations. With a population of over three million residents, Orange County is the sixth largest county in the United States. Residents enjoy over 42 miles of pristine beaches, three major harbors, vast wilderness parks, beautiful nature preserves, and approximately 402 miles of riding and hiking trails. The OC is a destination region rich with top-notch universities and colleges, some of the highest quality public and private schools in the nation, many corporate headquarters and technology firms, and four international airports within an hour’s drive. Many world-class meeting and entertainment venues, convention centers, and some of the state’s most popular attractions such as Disneyland and California Adventure Resorts, Knott’s Berry Farm, and major sports franchises including the Anaheim Angels Baseball, Anaheim Ducks Hockey, the U.S. Men’s National Volleyball Team, and the 2012 Olympic Games Silver Medal winning U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team call the OC home. Orange County embraces vibrant, historic, and diverse neighborhoods, and welcomes millions of visitors per year, truly making it where the world comes to live, work, and play.

Click here to learn more about the County of Orange.

AUDITOR-CONTROLLER
The mission of the Auditor-Controller Department is to promote public oversight, provide accountability, and support financial decision-making for the County. As the Auditor-Controller Department carries out its vision and mission, it will conduct business with the highest ethical and due diligence standards and demonstrate commitment to the public, other County departments and agencies, and its own employees.

You can learn more about the Auditor-Controller Department by clicking here .

THE OPPORTUNITY
Under direction, SSA Accounting Unit Supervisor plans and supervises through subordinate supervisors the work of a number of units in the Auditor-Controller's Office in support of Social Service Agency programs; performs difficult technical, clerical and administrative work; evaluates accounting and/or operating systems and procedures; and does other work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES:
Option I

Two years as a Senior Accounting Office Supervisor I or higher for the County of Orange.

Option II

Four years of experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial and/or statistical records.

Or

Five years general office experience which included at least two years accounting experience and one year supervisory experience. Other experience may be substituted by education or as described below.

Education Substitution: Education may be substituted for experience on the following basis:

One year of office support experience may be substituted by completion of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in any combination of secretarial sciences, office practices, accounting, business math, business education or a related field from a recognized college OR completion of 360 hours of training from a recognized occupational training program in secretarial sciences, office practices, business education or a closely related field.

One year of experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial or statistical records may be substituted by completion of 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting, business math, bookkeeping, or a closely related field.

Possession of an Associate in Arts Degree or an Accounting Certificate which represents completion of all required coursework in an accounting curriculum may substitute for two years of experience.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess extensive experience and/or knowledge in the following:

Technical Knowledge | Technical Experience

• Accounting knowledge of financial records and financial reporting, including accounting knowledge of cash collection and remittance processing activities
• Internal controls knowledge especially in the area of cash handling and reconciling funds and relating to segregation of duties to protect trust funds
• Experience with a variety of software accounting programs, preferably, CAPS+ to create and review journal vouchers and cash receipts
• Strong software proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Writing and grammar skills
• Analytical, accuracy and organizational skills
• Possess integrity and honesty and takes initiative to continually improve processes
• Operating computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information
• Checking figures, reviewing and auditing forms, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes
• Understanding and interpreting legal requirements including contracts, agreements, minute orders, and memorandum of understanding
• Experience with a variety of County software programs such as CAPS+, ERMI, and CAPS Data Warehouse

Problem Solving and Analysis

• Evaluating and using independent decision-making and judgment to address issues as they arise and keep management informed at an appropriate level
• Able to research, organize and analyze relevant data and prepare complex and detailed reports for management and agencies
• Developing alternate solutions for consideration, identify areas for improvement, seek creative solutions, achieve measurable results and implement best business practices
• Establishing and maintaining effective accounting and other complex records and accounts

Leadership | Supervision

• Leading and team building with a strong desire to coach and mentor others
• Motivating and persuading individuals and team members to achieve unit objectives
• Working well under pressure and with changing priorities
• Demonstrating motivated self-starter with high ethical standards
• Working in a fast-paced environment and be supportive of change
• Displaying strong interpersonal skills
• Providing employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
• Supervising the work of employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision including hiring, training, and evaluation of subordinates
• Ability to effectively supervise employees engaged in performing a variety of accounting duties as well as train and evaluate subordinates
• Strong leader and team builder with a desire to coach and mentor others

Effective Communication

• Communicating effectively and tactfully with client agencies/departments and work collaboratively with staff to achieve unit objectives
• Demonstrating strong verbal and written communications skills; writing with excellent grammar skills and articulating ideas in an organized and effective manner
• Ability to communicate technical and complex information in a clear and concise manner
• Listening effectively to others and shares technical knowledge with others
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please click here to be directed to the class specification for full details regarding the minimum qualifications.

NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.

Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer):
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Structured Oral Interview | Oral Exam (Weighted 100%):
A panel of job knowledge experts will interview and evaluate each candidate's responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. This is a competitive process; therefore, candidate responses to the structured questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.

Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP)
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EMAIL NOTIFICATION:
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Sam Apraku at 714-834-3116 or at Samuel.Apraku@ac.ocgov.com

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).

Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information

Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.

Closing Date/Time: 5/27/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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