General Accounting Technician

Accounting TechnicianThe City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the position of Accounting Technician in the Finance Department. There is currently one (1) vacancy in the area of Cashiering and Accounts Payable.What you'll do: We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Technician who is a team player and will assume significant responsibility for technical accounting activities within the City. This could include a combination of the following:Providing customer service to members of the public at the front counter and by telephone/email, assisting them with a variety of inquiries, with a primary focus on processing and issuing City parking permits.Collecting, balancing and processing cash receipts through the City's accounting system while ensuring accuracy and excellent customer service.Accounts payable processing which includes reviewing accounts payable transactions for correct account coding, approvals, and monitoring compliance with the City's purchasing policy and budget.Working with vendors and City departments to resolve accounts payable issues.Providing administrative support to the Finance Department as assigned.Schedule: This position works on-site and has a 9/80 work schedule.

The work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

on alternating Fridays. City Hall is closed on alternating Fridays.The Ideal CandidateProfessional Integrity and EthicsProfessional and Technical ExpertiseCustomer FocusSelf-ManagementPrioritization SkillsAdministrative Skills and Attention to DetailResponsibility and DependabilityStrong Organizational SkillsApply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review the week of August 3, 2026.