Accountant I/II

Do you pride yourself in your ability to analyze accounting data, maintain accurate financial records and support financial audits? Are you adaptable, organized, and interested in joining a collaborative Accounting & Auditing team? If so, we encourage you to APPLY today and grow your career serving the Napa the community!

We are seeking to fill an Accountant I/II position to support the Accounting & Auditing Division within the Finance Department. The successful Accountant will have an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), possess strong organizational skills and have the ability to maintain detailed records. You will also strive for continuous improvement of existing policies and procedures, have demonstrated success in preparing financial reports and related written communications, and speak and write effectively.

• Vacation - New employees can accrue up to 120 hours annually.
• Paid Holidays - 15 paid days per year.
• Extra Paid Time Off - 104 hours (13 days) of Management Leave per year.
• Sick Leave- Employees can accrue up to 96 hours annually.
• Dental and Medical Insurance Plans - The City provides significant contributions to dental and medical plans.
• Health In-Lieu Option - Employees may waive City coverage and opt for health in-lieu at $500 monthly; annual proof of alternative coverage is required.
• Retirement -The City participates in the CalPERS retirement pension system.
• Retiree Health Insurance -City contributes $274 per month for retired employees with at least 10 years of service at retirement.
• Deferred Compensation Program - Employees are eligible to enroll in a 457 Plan and the City contributes $142 per month to 401(A) plan.
• Life Insurance and AD&D - $100,000 of coverage paid for by the City.
• Phone Stipend - Up to $100 per year for equipment and up to $110 per month for usage.
• Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement - Up to $2,500 per fiscal year.
• Prior Years of Service Vacation Accrual Credit - Full-time service in a City, County, State, Federal Agency, or Special District may be counted towards vacation accrual tiers at the City of Napa.  
• The City offers the flexibility of a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

The ideal candidate for the position of Accountant I/II will have shown success in demonstrating the following competencies:

• Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills - Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise; using knowledge to accomplish results.
• Planning & Organizing - Establishing an action plan for self and others to complete work efficiently and on time by setting priorities, establishing timelines, and using resources.
• Applied Learning - Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner.
• Adaptability - Maintaining efficiency when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures. Adapting quickly to change and easily considering innovative ideas.
• Emotional Intelligence - Establishing and sustaining positive relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others’ emotions and behavior; using insights to efficiently respond so that one’s behavior matches one’s values and delivers intended results.
• Decision Making - Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information; choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions; taking action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and optimizes probable consequences.

For a full, detailed job description of Accountant I, please click here.

For a full, detailed job description of Accountant II, please click here.

MISSION STATEMENT for the City of Napa 

Rooted in public service, our mission is to grow a vibrant, sustainable community for all who live in, work in, and visit the City of Napa, through thoughtful leadership and dedication to excellence.

CORE VALUES for the City of Napa

• Integrity - Consistently demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct with accountability and pride.
• Service - Engaging in meaningful work to care for our community through resourceful dedication and humble actions.
• Inclusion - Creating a sense of ease and belonging through respect, acceptance, and mindfulness of our collective diversity.
• Collaboration - Working together with a shared purpose while respectfully considering all voices to achieve common goals, solutions, and greater outcomes.

***NOTE:  CITY OF NAPA EMPLOYEES SHOULD USE A PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS***

• We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the selection process. Application appraisal includes a review of qualifications, education, training, and experience related to the job, as well as supplemental questions if applicable.
• Applicants moving forward in the selection process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): online assessment, written examination, job-related exercise, phone interview, and panel interview. These testing steps may be conducted on a pass/fail basis, and/or percentage-based scoring methodology. 
• Based on the City Charter, the final phase of the selection process is the Probationary Period, which in most cases is six (6) months but may be twelve (12) months depending on the classification.  
• When three or fewer candidates are available, the testing procedures outlined in the Job Announcement may be waived by the Human Resources Department.

• If you need assistance with the recruitment and selection process in Spanish, contact us at 707-257-9505. These requests will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. 
• Si necesita ayuda con el proceso de reclutamiento y selección en español, contáctenos al 707-257-9505. Estas solicitudes se evaluarán caso por caso.