ACCOUNTANT II - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT
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ACCOUNTANT II - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT
Salary
$61,523.04 - $82,900.32 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
R0647J-HE
Department
HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTYWIDE EXAMS
Opening Date
04/29/2026
Closing Date
5/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position/Program Information
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
Open Competitive - Emergency
FILING DATES
Applications will be accepted from Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be receivedbefore 5:00 p.m. (PT) onWednesday, May 6, 2026, to be accepted.
EXAM NUMBER
R0647J-HE
The LA County Department of Human Resources (DHR) has authorized Hiring as an Emergency under Civil Service Rule 13.04 on a limited and temporary basis. This action supports a time-sensitive, Board-directed workforce initiative requiring immediate staffing action to maintain continuity of critical public services.
We are looking for qualified and committed individuals to help strengthen the County workforce and ensure residents continue to receive critical support. If you are looking for a new opportunity where your work will make an immediate impact, this may be the role for you.
Los Angeles County is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Accountant II vacancies.
During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.
Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment toAccountant II (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1066313) .
Essential Job Functions
Performs a variety of staff, systems, and accounting assignments in connection with the overall operation of a complex accounting system.
Reviews and performs a wide variety of accounting assignments occurring within the annual accounting cycle including the annual setup and maintenance of accounting records, the classification of revenue and expenditure transactions, journalizing accounting transactions, taking trial balances and preparing closing period adjustments.
Interprets the accounting and other financial provisions of a variety of laws, regulations and standards, and recommends steps for their implementation.
Conducts cost surveys, revenue analyses, and accounting systems and procedural studies, and writes reports of findings.
Compiles, evaluates and reconciles complex operating statements, final accounting for construction and other projects, and claims for reimbursement from other government agencies or private contractors.
Evaluates and reconciles complex operating systems for cost reporting and claims processing reimbursements from other government agencies.
Prepares balance sheets, statements of revenue, fund balance statements, cost accounting reports, revenue and expenditure estimates, and other specialized financial reports.
Compiles expenditure and revenue reports and prepares periodic financial statements of federal and state grants for review.
Performs routine audits of the financial records of grant operated agencies, business firms, charitable and nonprofit organizations, other governmental agencies, or private contractors; writes audit reports and makes recommendations.
Coordinates audits with internal and external auditors and prepares supporting work papers and provides other assistance.
Reviews audit reports and writes summaries of findings and recommendations. Presents audit findings to department management and monitors implementation of audit recommendations.
Reviews and recommends improvements to internal controls or accounting practices. May serve as the department Internal Control Certification Program (ICCP) coordinator.
Analyzes established cost accounting systems to determine if the bases and techniques provide realistic estimates of actual costs. Recommends modification of the cost bases and procedures used to improve their reliability.
Serves as liaison with other County departments or governmental agencies concerning accounting matters.
Participates in the installation of systems and procedures.
May supervise a small supporting accounting technical and clerical staff.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY
EDUCATION:
21 semesteror32 quarter units of accountingin an accredited college or university including atleast two coursesinadvanced accountingsubjects such as auditing, cost accounting, or governmental accounting.
-AND-
EXPERIENCE:
OPTION I: One (1) year of entry level accounting or auditing experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class ofAccountant I (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1066471) * .
-OR-
OPTION II: Two (2) years of technical accounting experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class ofAccounting Technician II (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1066175) ** .
You MUSTmeet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION
To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official transcript *** from an accredited institution within seven (7) days of the end of the filing period. The document should show the number of units and the @type of unit system used (e.g., semester, quarter) and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards and indicate the number of units and unit system. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit:
https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812\PPG123.pdfand https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105\PPG\123\ACE\Resource\Guide.pd
Please submit documentation toealcazar@hr.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.
Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accountant I is defined as performing a variety of entry level accounting assignments in the preparation, analysis, review, maintenance, reconciliation, and control of financial records and fiscal revenue and expenditures forecasting.
** Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Accounting Technician II is defined as under general supervision, supervises and performs paraprofessional accounting work in preparing, processing, reconciling and maintaining fiscal records requiring a substantive knowledge of County and general accounting procedures.
You may still qualify even if your job title isn't exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level - meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.
LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS
Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working for a public homelessness services agency, such as LAHSA, within the last six (6) months.
Additional Information
EXAM CONTENT
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
APPLICATION & FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please addealcazar@hr.lacounty.gov, as well asnoreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.comto your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.comand viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Dept Contact Name: Erika Alcazar
Dept Contact Phone: (213) 349-8006
Dept Contact Email:ealcazar@hr.lacounty.gov
Tele@type Number:(800) 735-2929
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone tele@type equipment may leave messages by calling the tele@type phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Veteran's Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran's credit, please visit:https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102\PPG\115.pdf
Revised September 2025
For detailed information, please clickhere (http://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/)
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process.CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY.Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
I UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS.
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Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address.DO NOTselect "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Moreover, please addealcazar@hr.lacounty.gov,noreply@governmentjobs.com, as well asinfo@governmentjobs.comto your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being blocked or filtered as spam/junk email from your email provider.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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EDUCATIONDo you have at least21 SEMESTERor32 QUARTER UNITSof accounting courses which include two courses in advanced accounting subjects such asCOST ACCOUNTING,GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING,ACCOUNTINGorAUDITING, in an accredited college or university?
No, I have less than the required units or specified courses.
Yes, I have the required units AND specified courses.
04
ListALLqualifying coursework below with the following information:
Subject/Course:
Advanced Accounting Course: Y/N
Semester/Year Taken:
Semester Units / Quarter Units Completed (PleaseINDICATEsemester units or quarter units):
College or University:
NOTE: In order to receive credit for the required units enumerated or listed,YOU MUST ATTACH/UPLOADlegible copy(ies) of your official transcript(s) from the accredited institution at the time of filing or submit via email to ealcazar@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) days of the end of the filing periodORyour application will be rejected for not meeting the education requirements.
IfYOU DID NOT COMPLETE ANY ACCOUNTING COURSES, @type"N/A".
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EXPERIENCEHow many years of experience do you have at the level of Los Angeles County's class ofAccountant I*?
*Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class ofAccountant Iis defined as performing a variety of entry level accounting assignments in the preparation, analysis, review, maintenance, reconciliation, and control of financial records and fiscal revenue and expenditures forecasting.
Note:You may still qualify even if your job title isn't exactly the same as the one listed above. What matters is that your experience is at similar level- meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.
No experience
Less than 6 months
At least 6 months, but less than 1 year
1 year or more
06
Please describe your experience that supports your response toQuestion #5, and include the following information:
Payroll Title:
Employer:
Department and Division/Section/Unit:
Dates of Employment:FROM (mm/yr) - TO (mm/yr)
Number of hours worked per week
Duties performed
If you do not have any experience under this option, please indicate"N/A."
07
How many years of experience do you have at the level of Los Angeles County's class ofAccounting Technician II**?
**Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class ofAccounting Technician IIis defined as under general supervision, supervising and performing paraprofessional accounting work in preparing, processing, reconciling and maintaining fiscal records requiring a substantive knowledge of County and general accounting procedures.
Note:You may still qualify even if your job title isn't exactly the same as the one listed above. What matters is that your experience is at similar level- meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.
No experience
At least 6 months, but less than 1 year
At least 1 year, but less than 2 years
2 years or more
08
Please describe your experience that supports your response toQuestion #7, and include the following information:
Payroll Title:
Employer:
Department and Division/Section/Unit:
Dates of Employment:FROM (mm/yr) - TO (mm/yr)
Number of hours worked per week
Duties performed
If you do not have any experience under this option, please indicate"N/A."
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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSThe following questions relate to desirable qualifications. If you are eligible for hire, Hiring Managers may use your responses during the selection process. As such, it is important to answer these questions carefully and accurately to ensure you are fully considered.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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Do you have experience working for a public homelessness services agency, such as LAHSA, within the last six (6) months?
Yes
No
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How much experience do you have working for a public homelessness services agency, such as LAHSA?
No experience
Less than 6 months
At least 6 months, but less than 1 year
At least 1 year, but less than 2 years
At least 2 years, but less than 3 years
At least 3 years, but less than 4 years
4 years or more
12
Please describe your experience that supports your response toQuestion #11, and include the following information:
Payroll Title:
Employer:
Department and Division/Section/Unit:
Dates of Employment:FROM (mm/yr) - TO (mm/yr)
Number of hours worked per week
Duties performed
If you do not have any experience under this option, please indicate"N/A."
Required Question
Employer
County of Los Angeles
Address
**
Los Angeles, California, 90010
Website
http://hr.lacounty.gov
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