Property Tax Accountant​/Auditor II

Overview

Salary : $99,221.68 - $ Annually
Location : Santa Rosa, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26/02-0421-O
Department: Auditor - Controller - Treasurer - Tax Collector' Office (AUD)
Opening Date: 02/03/2026
Closing Date: 2/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 50

Position Information

Do you have a degree and/or experience in accounting
?

If so, join our Property Tax team as an Accountant/Auditor II! Starting salary up to $57.79/hour ($120,614/year) and a competitive total compensation package! The Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office (ACTTC) is currently recruiting to fill an Accountant/Auditor position at either the I or II level. If you are interested in being considered at the I level of this opportunity, you must submit a separate application to the recruitment currently being conducted for that level.

As a Property Tax Accountant/Auditor, you will perform a broad range of accounting and auditing functions to support the daily operations of the Property Tax Division. Responsibilities may include:

• Performing complex property tax processes and ensuring compliance with regulations
• Preparing and submitting required state reports accurately and timely
• Managing school bond issuances, overseeing debt repayment schedules, and calculating tax rates
• Developing revenue estimates to support financial planning and forecasting
• Assisting with data collection and entry to support Board items and related documentation
• Interpreting and applying various accounting and financial laws and regulations
• Preparing a variety of accounting, budget, and financial reports
• Coordinating the direction, revision, and/or development of accounting systems and procedures
• Representing the office at board meetings and other meetings as needed, which may include delivering presentations
• Training clerical and technical personnel, including the assignment and evaluation of their work

The ideal candidate will possess intellectual curiosity, an interest in doing research, and many of the following:

• The ability to analyze, implement, and apply accounting standards, revenue and taxation codes, government code, and other regulations
• Experience in governmental accounting and auditing, including preparing complex financial reports
• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with taxpayers, taxing agencies, external departments, and the public
• The ability to manage multiple competing deadlines and quickly adapt to a fast-paced environment during critical revenue allocation periods
• A passion for accounting, and continual learning and improvement
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills, especially Word and Excel
• A Certified Public Accountant Certificate is highly desirable, but not required

About the Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office
The ACTTC Office provides a broad range of quality accounting, financial reporting, auditing, collection, financing, and investing services to County departments, agencies, districts, and the public. Its mission is to provide reliable and relevant financial services in an efficient, ethical, and effective manner to the citizens of Sonoma County while promoting fiscal responsibility and accountability. The Office is comprised of nine divisions, overseen by an executive management team that includes the Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector and three Assistants.

ACTTC is staffed by 108 full-time employees and has an annual budget of approximately $167 million.

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re working to better our communities. You can look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits, including:

• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff and operations; all positions in ACTTC require a minimum of 3 days per week of on-site work
• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for annual increases thereafter
• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
• Retirement - Pensions fully integrated with Social Security
• IRSP and 457 Deferred Compensation - County contributions and matching where applicable
• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks after 12 months of County employment
• Student Loan Debt Relief - Possible eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

* Salary is negotiable within the established range.…