Assistant Auditor-Controller

Assistant Auditor-Controller

Salary

$124,966.40 - $167,481.60 Annually

Location

481 Fourth Street - Hollister, CA. 95023, CA

Job Type

Regular, F-T

Job Number

02282

Department

Auditor-Controller

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

11/13/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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Description

Candidates who pass the initial screening will be required to take an in-person examination in early December 2026. Eligible candidates will be notified of the examination details.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, to assist the County Clerk-Auditor-Recorder in the daily administration of the Auditor-Controllers Office; to plan, organize and direct the work of subordinate supervisory, professional, technical and support staff; and to perform related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Assistant Auditor-Controller is a single-position assistant department head classification with administrative responsibility for providing supervision and administrative oversight of the Auditor-Controllers Office. Work is performed within a broad framework of general policy. The Assistant Auditor-Controller exercises broad judgment in defining work objectives and determining methods and systems to meet objectives and acts as Department head in the absence of the County Auditor-Controller.

REPORTS TO

Receives general direction from the County Clerk-Auditor-Recorder. Exercises general and direct supervision over professional, technical and support staff.

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

Auditor-Accountant I, II, III; Accountant I, II, III; Accounting Supervisor and other positions, as assigned

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess normal manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination and mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; corrected vision to normal range to read printed materials and a computer screen; and corrected hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification that requires sitting for extended periods although frequent standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with other staff. This position does involve some travel for trainings and seminars

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with members of the public or with staff under emotionally stressful conditions while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Example of Duties

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Plans, organizes and directs the daily functions of the Auditors Office, including but not limited to budget and administration, payroll administration, fixed asset accounting, procurement, general accounting, accounts payable, auditing, and general financial management and reporting
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned professional, supervisory, technical and clerical accounting staff. Provides for appropriate professional / technical development for assigned staff, and implements disciplinary action as appropriate
• Provides technical accounting expertise to department staff and other County personnel, including department heads, the County Administrator, members of the public and outside auditing firms.
• Analyzes, revises, drafts and implements improved accounting systems, policies and procedures.
• Maintains accurate, complete and complex accounting records and prepares necessary financial and statistical reports
• Prepares work papers, financial statements and various reports for the County, state, federal agencies and other organizations, as well as for internal auditing purposes
• Prepares County Annual Financial Report in conformance to Governmental (GAAP) generally accepted accounting principles for all governmental, proprietary and fiduciary funds
• Evaluates and re-examines journals and ledgers that pertain to revenues, expenditures and balance sheet accounts until corrected balances are obtained
• Reviews payroll timecards to determine compliance with County policies and procedures.
• Presents departmental financial requests to the Board of Supervisors
• Compiles, prepares and reports the annual County Adopted budget to the State Controllers Office
• Represents the County Auditor with the public, boards, commissions, and representatives of other government agencies as delegated
• Preparation of the departmental budget
• Responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints related to County fiscal operations from County staff, Board members, other agencies and the general public
• Attends various meetings, workshops, seminars, etc., as required or appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills
• Reviews audit reports and provides guidance in determining conclusions requiring policy decisions
• Performs related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Bachelors Degree required with a major in accounting, business administration, finance, or a closely related field from an accredited four (4) year college or university.

AND

Two years of professional accounting experience at a level equivalent to the classification of Auditor

-Accountant II/III in San Benito County with progressive responsible administrative, management and supervisory experience. Broad and extensive professional work experience in accounting, auditing, and financial analysis work, including experience with government agency financial administration is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid class C California Drivers License
• May be required to pass a fingerprint/background investigation.

Desired Qualifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid certificate issued by the California Board of Accountancy showing the person to be a certified public accountant or a public accountant
• A certificate as a designated professional internal auditor issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors
• A Certified Public Finance Officer Certification from the Government Finance Officers Association

Knowledge Of/Ability To

Knowledge of:

• All pertinent federal, state and county laws, codes, ordinances, regulations and standards pertaining to accountability of funds.
• Principles, practices, methods and procedures of fiscal management, including government accounting, fixed asset accounting, procurement and budgetary record-keeping and payroll.
• Principles and methods of county government administration.
• Modern principles and practices of supervision and training.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic mathematics.
• Modern office procedures, practices and technology.
• Information systems technology and specific applications for financial record-keeping and reporting.

Ability to:

• Interpret, analyze and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Train, supervise and evaluate assigned staff.
• Keep abreast of trends and requirements in County government financial record-keeping and reporting.
• Examine and verify financial documents and reports.
• Prepare a variety of financial statements and reports.
• Establish, revise and maintain financial records and procedures.
• Analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations.
• Exercise sound, independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Use computer programs for financial / administrative record-keeping and reporting.
• Perform accounting and mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.

Supplemental Information

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute an expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of San Benito assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or admissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS FOR MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES

(This is meant to be an overview of benefits only. For full benefit terms and conditions, please see MOU)

Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:

Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.

Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.

Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Newly hired MEG employees may be eligible for higher vacation accrual rate for previous public sector experience (verification required). Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.

• < 4 years of service = 10 days per year
• 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year
• 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year
• 15 + years of service = 20 days per year

Administrative Leave: Management employees receive 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year. Forty (40) unused hours can be paid out at the end of the calendar year. Administrative leave is pro-rated.

Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Safety officers and dispatchers receive approximately 5% holiday pay in addition to their base pay in lieu of paid holidays off.

Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.

Medical Plan: Comprehensive CalPERS medical plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are eligible to participate.

Increase County contributions to medical effective January 2024.

a. Employee Only: $750.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum

b. Employee Plus One: $1,250.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum

c. Family: $1,515.00, which would include the PEMHCA Minimum

The Countys contribution above shall be prorated for positions that are less than .90 FTE rounding to the nearest one-quarter time.

HRA: Employee Only Medical Plan: $1,500 maximum

Employee Plus One Medical Plan: $3,000 maximum.

Employee Plus Family Medical Plan: $4,000 maximum.

Employees who are eligible to receive a "cash in lieu of enrollment in the Countys medical plan shall receive a taxable payment of $150 monthly (pro-rated into biweekly installments of $69.23).

Dental Plan: County contributes $30 to Delta Dental plan for full-time employees and their families.

Vision Plan: The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to full-time employees only.

Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents.

Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Voluntary life insurance plans available.

Disability Insurance: Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.

Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.

Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.

Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.

All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.

Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.

Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care available, pre-tax deductions.

01

I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.

• Yes

02

Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.

• Yes
• No

03

Please complete and attach to your application, limiting your responses to no more than 3 pages in length. 1 - Describe your work experience and level of knowledge in the area of governmental accounting and auditing. 2 -Describe your experience providing day-to-day operational oversight of an Accounting Department. List the functional areas and the staff you directly supervised. 3 - Describe your education, training and other pertinent information (i.e. certifications or applicable license) that would apply to this position. 4 - Describe your understanding of the role that the County Auditor-Controller performs: a) In relation to county government administration b) In relation to the public c) In relation to the governing body 5 - Describe your experience in the areas listed below. When describing experience, be sure to describe the size of the scope of responsibilities, the length of involvement, when and where it occurred, major accomplishments, projects implemented, and any other significant and relevant information that best illustrates your qualifications. a) Budget Preparation/Administration b) Financial Reporting c) Fiscal Year-End Closing d) Preparation of Governmental " Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports" (ACFR)

Required Question

Employer County of San Benito

Address 481 Fourth Street

Hollister, California, 95023

Phone 831-636-4000

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/sanbenito/default.cfm