Job Details

San Bernardino County

is recruiting for Systems Accountants II who establish, modify, and evaluate accounting systems with departmental or County-wide impact. Essential duties include identifying, defining, and analyzing accounting and financial problems; analyzing system functionality; maintaining security and controls; developing training materials; providing ongoing training and technical assistance to end users; testing and reviewing system output; responding to questions regarding accounting concepts, cost accounting, and legal interpretations related to fiscal matters; and performing cash flow and cost/benefit analysis.

The resulting eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur.

For more detailed information, refer to the Systems Accountant II job description.

Applications are also being accepted for Systems Accountant III, which requires a separate application.

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS

Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2026*
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14

Certified Public Accountant Stipend - $750
annual CPA stipend for employees who attain and maintain a valid CPA License.

HEALTH BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, AND RETIREMENT PERKS

Additional benefits include DCAP Account, County-paid Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, 529 Savings Plan, Short & Long-Term Disability, Wellness Program, Commuter Services, Employee Discounts, and Annual Tuition Reimbursement.

Review the Benefit Summary for more details.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Applicant must pass a background check prior to appointment.
• Travel throughout the County may be required, and employees must arrange transportation.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County cannot consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

*Salary increases depend on Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Sales Tax Collections performance.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or another field with 30 semester (45 quarter) units in accounting. Transcripts are required if degree is in another field.

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of professional accounting experience analyzing, designing, implementing, or maintaining computerized accounting systems, including documenting business requirements and system controls, obtained within the last five years. Experience as an end-user does not qualify.

Substitution: One year of relevant experience may substitute for one year of the required experience.

DOCUMENTATION: Must attach transcripts or proof of coursework if degree is in another field. Failure to submit documents may disqualify your application.

SELECTION PROCESS

Qualifications will be evaluated based on application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes are not considered in lieu of application materials. Provide detailed work experience to improve your chances.

Apply online promptly as the recruitment may close at any time. Confirm submission with onscreen and email acknowledgment. For technical assistance, consult the online guide or contact support.

San Bernardino County is an EEO/ADA employer. Accommodation requests should be submitted within one week of the deadline. Veterans' preference points are available for eligible applicants, see the provided link for details.