Financial Accountant I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, economics, finance or closely related field; and,
• One year of increasingly responsible professional experience in accounting, auditing or budgeting depending upon area assigned. Experience in a public agency setting is desirable.
• Equivalency: Five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in accounting, auditing or budgeting depending upon area assigned may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree and the experience listed above.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record with the ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within required time frame. 

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Complete Online Application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. The selection process will include (dates to be determined).
3. Virtual or phone screening interview – The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the in-person Oral Board Interview.
4. Oral Board Interview – (Weighted 100%, Passing Score 70%))
5. Pre-Employment Screening – Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history checks via submission of fingerprints; and drug screening. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete.

6. Selection/Offers - 

   The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?

For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:

Cristina Lopez, Talent Acquisition Partner

Lopezcr@cityofnorthlasvegas.com