Job Description

Description

Independently performs professional accounting work; analyzes fiscal data; maintains segments of accounting systems; and performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This class differs from the Accountant III in that the Accountant II performs accounting work for a fiscal program or a major component of a larger program which accounting functions are of a complex nature and which are performed in accordance with accounting principles and policies and objectives of the accounting system; whereas the Accountant III performs accounting work which involves significant complexities arising from factors such as semi-commercial activities or where the program operates on a substantial variety of sources of funds or other equivalent problems.

Examples of Duties

The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position and are consistent with the class concept.

• Sets up and maintains expenditure, object, cost and control ledgers, registers, journals and other records required in the control of fiscal operations;
• compiles, evaluates and prepares reports of fiscal data;
• supervises clerical personnel concerned with fiscal control records;
• classifies, codes and creates posting controls for pre-audits;
• assists in working out allocation of funds to various programs and activities;
• develops and refines cost accounting procedures, inventory and property records;
• compiles data for budget estimates;
• maintains budget controls;
• distributes accounting documents covering encumbrances, expenditures and revenues to proper accounts and funds;
• collects, compiles, classifies and evaluates fiscal data;
• takes trial balances, makes adjusting and closing entries;
• verifies and analyzes financial data and prepares financial statements and reports;
• participates in making studies and estimates of agency\'s revenues and operating costs;
• interviews fiscal staff members, conducts detailed fact-finding studies, and prepares reports and recommendations.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting or in business administration with courses in accounting and two years of responsible work experience in accounting.

Knowledge of: principles and practices of accounting; preparation and analysis of financial statements and reports; fiscal administration including budgeting and financial reporting; office practices and procedures.

Ability to: devise and install accounting methods, techniques and procedures; prepare complete and accurate accounting reports and statements; analyze data, detect errors and correct inconsistencies in accounting records; maintain effective working relationship with others.

Health and Physical Condition:

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY

The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination

Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.

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The County of Maui offers a generous benefit package, including the following:

Vacation
Eligible employees earn up to 21 days of vacation per year, with a maximum year-to-year carry over of 90 days. Eligibility to accrue vacation begins with the first work day.

Sick Leave
Eligible employees accumulate up to 21 days of sick leave per year. Eligibility to accrue sick leave begins with the first work day, and there is no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.

Retirement Plan
Eligible employees are required to join the State of Hawaii Employees Retirement System. This is a defined-benefit retirement plan. For additional information, please visit the ERS website at

Health Benefit Plans
The County of Maui offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:

• Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
• Vision Plan
• Dental Plan
• Prescription Drug Plan

These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund, and contributions are payroll deducted.

Group Life Insurance
Group life insurance is provided at no cost to eligible employees.

Holidays
The County observes 13 holidays per year (14 in an election year).

Deferred Compensation Plan
Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.

Flex Spending Plan
Eligible employees can also participate in the County\'s Flexible Spending plan, a way to set aside a portion of pay, before taxes, to pay for qualifying dependent care or medical expenses.

Employee Assistance Program
The County also offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work related problems.

Training
The County provides its employees with a variety of up-to-date training opportunities (i.e., computer application, professional seminars, heavy equipment operation, administrative & clerical skills, personal safety, etc.) to help them increase their knowledge, gain new skills, and to be more satisfied and effective in their jobs.

Leave Sharing
The County\'s leave sharing program allows employees to donate accumulated vacation leave credits to a qualified fellow employee who has a serious personal illness or injury.

Note: Specific benefits and their associated premiums are subject to collective bargaining, and are subject to change. Benefits may vary for temporary, hourly, and half-time employees.

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