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Accounting Technician II

County of Los Angeles
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✨ Launch Your Accounting Career with LA County!

📊 Accounting Technician II
💰 Salary: $54,248.88 – $73,107.36 Annually
📍 Location: Los Angeles County
💼 Work Type: Full-Time
✨ Benefits: Healthcare options, robust retirement plans, flexible schedules

About the Role

Join Los Angeles County as an Accounting Technician II and gain hands-on experience while making a real impact in your community. In this role, you will:

  • Supervise and participate in daily accounting operations
  • Support the full accounting cycle: record-keeping, ledger balancing, adjustments, and reporting
  • Manage countywide funds, budget accounts, or revenue accounts as a technical specialist
  • Contribute to audits, financial statements, and compliance with accounting standards

What You’ll Do

  • Handle accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting
  • Assist with cost/fund accounting, auditing, and budget support
  • Review, reconcile, and balance accounts and ledgers
  • Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with procedures
  • Use accounting software, spreadsheets, and County financial systems
  • Maintain accuracy and integrity of public financial records

What You Need to Qualify

  • Completed 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting, including: Advanced Accounting, Cost Accounting, Governmental Accounting, Auditing, or Accounting Information Systems
    AND one of the following:
  • Option I: 1 year of technical accounting experience (paraprofessional accounting under general supervision)
  • Option II: 2 years of accounting clerical experience (maintaining records within established procedures under general supervision)

We need you to submit proof of education along with the application. Acceptable documents are:

  • A photocopy of diploma or official transcript OR 
  • A verification or confirmation letter from the school's Registrar's Office on the official letter head of the school, with college or university seal. It should indicate that the student has completed all the academic requirements.

Desired Skills

  • Knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail and adaptability
  • Effective written and oral communication
  • Familiarity with accounting software and financial systems
  • Customer service mindset

📅 Applications: Open Monday, October 6, 2025, 8:00 a.m. (PT) – Close Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 5:00 p.m. (PT).


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✨ Kickstart your accounting career where numbers meet purpose—apply today!

For questions, contact Kat Macaranas at KMacaranas@hr.lacounty.gov.