Human Resource Services Department

Thank you for your interest in the position of Accounting Manager, Zone 7.  Your completed response to this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated to determine your qualifications and must be completed properly in order to be given full consideration for the next phase in the selection process. Responses should be specific, thorough and succinct.  A lack of adequate detail in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this recruitment.  Clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process.  A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for a thoroughly completed employment history and supplemental responses

1. Describe your background and experience as they relate to the Accounting Manager position. What interests you about this opportunity with Zone 7 Water Agency?

2. Describe your experience working with external auditors in relation to the preparation of an agency's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the Single Audit Report and agreed-upon procedures engagements, the role you played and identify any significant problem areas and how they were resolved. Enter N/A to opt out of this question

3. Describe your experience supervising employees. As you describe your experience, be sure to include the following information: the number of employees that you supervised, the amount or scope of your responsibilities for these employees, and the type of employees that you supervised (i.e., supervisors, professionals, technicians, clerical), the name of the employer and the dates of employment. 

4. Describe your experience in financial reporting and general ledger maintenance (i.e. year-end processes) for governmental agencies. Enter N/A to opt out of this question

5. Describe your experience with overseeing time-keeping and payroll activities in accordance with labor agreements, employee benefits, employer and employee deductions, and tracking and verifying leave balances.