Accounting Technician; Limited-Term

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Please note that this position will be filled as limited-term.

Limited-term positions are funded for a specific duration—this assignment is estimated to last approximately three (3) years. While limited in funding, incumbents appointed to limited-term roles receive the same benefits as regular employees and are considered County employees for purposes of internal transfers and promotional opportunities. All limited-term positions are subject to the same probationary period as regular-status positions within the same classification.

This position is open to the public. The application period will open on January 20, 2026
, and close at the end of the day on January 27, 2026
.

• Application Review:
  Determine if applicants meet minimum qualifications (MQs)
• Online Exam:
  Qualified candidates complete an online assessment
• Eligible List:
  Candidates who pass the exam are placed on the eligible list
• Spark Hire Video Interview:
  Selected candidates complete recorded video responses
• In-Person Interview:
  Finalists participate in an interview with the hiring panel

OCERS is seeking an Accounting Technician for the Member Services Division. This role requires independent judgment, discretion, and strong decision-making skills. The position involves interpreting and applying policies and regulations, as well as integrating technical knowledge with effective communication and interpersonal skills. The Accounting Technician reports to the Member Services Supervisor.

Established in 1945, the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) provides retirement, death, disability and cost-of-living benefits to retirees of the County of Orange and certain County districts. Serving approximately 55,000 members, OCERS is governed by a ten-member Board of Retirement that is responsible for managing a $25 billion dollar fund. For more information about OCERS, please .

Mission

OCERS' mission is to provide secure retirement and disability benefits with the highest standards of excellence.

Vision

OCERS' vision is to be a trusted partner providing premier pension administration, distinguished by consistent, quality member experiences and prudent financial stewardship.

Values

• Open and Transparent
• Commitment to Superior Service
• Engaged and Dedicated Workforce
• Reliable and Accurate
• Secure and Sustainable

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, supervisors, managers, government officials and the public. In addition, the candidate must be able to work independently and possess excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to think logically and organize thoughts and priorities to accomplish tasks in an efficient and timely manner.

The individual may perform in a lead role over lower level or peer positions and must be highly organized, detail oriented and able to handle multiple competing tasks and deadlines. The ideal candidate will also possess intermediate to advanced computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.

Three years experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial or statistical records.

Or

Two years experience as an Accounting Specialist with the County of Orange in an equivalent position. Candidates must have a minimum of six months experience in an office setting. Experience beyond the six months minimum may be substituted by education as described below.

Education Substitution:
Education may be substituted for experience on the following basis:

One year of experience in the maintenance and review of fiscal, financial or statistical records may be substituted by completion of 12 semester or 18 quarter units in accounting, business math, bookkeeping, or a closely related field.

Possession of an Associate in Arts degree or an Accounting Certificate which represents completion of all required course work in an accounting curriculum may substitute for the required experience, with the exception of the required six months experience in an office setting.

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