New Castle County Government Hiring for ACCOUNTANT I (PAY GRADE 22) AFSCME LOCAL 1607 Job at New Castle, DE Full Time

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.

Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde.

EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).

New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs professional accounting tasks; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class performs professional and responsible supervisory work in the maintenance and review of fiscal accounts. Employees in this class maintain complex fiscal records, applying professional accounting principles and methods. General supervision is received, but independent judgment and initiative are required in the solution of professional accounting problems.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

• Supervises the keeping of general, subsidiary, appropriation and other ledgers and supporting accounting controls, and the classification of accounts;
• Prepares detailed accounting reports of all funds and prepares special analysis reports required to determine the efficiency of various operations;
• Supervises the preparation of vouchers and payrolls;
• Prepares a variety of regular and special accounting and budget reports;
• Oversees the installation and modification of County accounting systems in accordance with County program needs and professional accounting standards;
• Enters and posts fiscal information to vouchers, receipts and accounting records;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
• Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of accounting principles, practices and methods including governmental accounting; good knowledge of budgetary practices; good knowledge of office methods and procedures; ability to prepare complete and accurate reports and statements of a complex nature; ability to supervise the work of subordinates; ability to perform detailed work involving written or numerical data and to make mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately; ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, County officials and the general public; ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least one (1) year professional accounting experience and possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or business administration; or an equivalent combination of education, experience or training directly related to the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to pass a Class III County physical examination and background check.

Laura McDermott
Office of Human Resources
[email protected]
302-395-5016

Health Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire. Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.

Dental Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire. Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option. Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.

Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.

Vacation: Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year. Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date. Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:

• Less than 12 months service – 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days
• 1 – 4 years of service – 10 days of vacation
• 5 – 9 years of service – 15 days of vacation
• 10 – 14 years of service – 20 days of vacation
• 15 years of service – 25 days of vacation
• 15+ years of service – 25+ days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service)

Holidays: 13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).

Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary. Minimum benefit – $50,000; Maximum benefit – $200,000.

Pension: Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan. County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account. In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee’s contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account. 10-year vesting.

Deferred Compensation Plan:
Optional employee contributory plan available.

Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.

Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.

Union Affiliation: Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.65 per month.

Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) 395-5180.

Revised: 12/15/15