Manager of Accounting & Payroll

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Manager of Accounting and Payroll manages day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, general ledger activity, payroll, and month-end close, while leading financial reporting, audit coordination, and internal controls

SALARY RANGE: $96,994 - $189,822 Annually

(Offer of compensation will be between $96,994 and $143,408 annually, commensurate with background and experience of the individual selected.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

(Typical duties are listed below, and may include assisting with other various tasks and special projects as needed or assigned)

• Perform and oversee accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, year-end close, and audit preparation and coordination.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, including payment processing, vendor ACH transactions, customer invoicing, and collections follow-up.
• Oversee payroll operations, including payroll processing, reconciliation, posting, direct deposits, taxes, deductions, benefits, leave accruals, cash-outs, retroactive adjustments, and related financial transactions.
• Ensure accurate and timely compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and financial reporting requirements including, CalPERS, IRS, EDD, CDTFA, W-2s, 1099s, and quarterly tax filings.
• Monitor cash flow and perform banking activities, including transfers, wire payments, payroll funding, tax withholdings, pension contributions, and workers’ compensation payments.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure alignment with supporting sub-ledgers and schedules.
• Prepare and/or review general ledger entries, including accruals, prepaids, amortizations, payroll-related benefit transactions, and depreciation.
• Conduct month-end close activities, including pre-close review, posting adjustments, and tracking completion of journal entries.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, bank confirmations, and responding to auditor requests.
• Prepare and submit regulatory and financial reports, including committee reports, State filings, National Transit Database reports, and State Controller’s reports.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position manages Accounting and Payroll staff and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with County Connection policies and applicable laws.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Education equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and GASB and experience with financial systems, reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with government or public sector accounting is highly desirable.
• Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) certification.

BENEFITS

County Connection offers several benefits to employees, which include the following:

• Health: California Public Employee’ Retirement System (CalPERS) health insurance for both active employees and eligible retirees. Employee has a contribution towards the total premium based on the plan selected.
• Dental: County Connection contributes 100% of premium for active employees and dependents.
• CalPERS Retirement Program: 2% at 60 plan or 2% at 62 plan based on the provisions of the California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA).
• Supplemental Retirement: Mission Square 457 supplemental retirement and ROTH plans.
• Life Insurance: County Connection contributes premium for employee.
• Paid Time-Off: Vacation and sick leave accrual; 6 holidays per year; 6 floating holidays per year.
• Additional: Vision, Colonial Life Supplemental Insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Credit Union, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program, On-site Fitness Rooms.

TO APPLY

Please complete the online application. To be considered for this opportunity, include a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references. References will only be contacts for finalists in this process, and applicants will be advised in advance.

Internal candidates may access their employee ADP account to apply and submit attachments. You must have a minimum of six (6) months in your position to transfer to another department.

The closing date for this recruitment is on November 2, 2026. County Connection will invite only those candidates whose qualifications most closely match the position requirements to continue in the selection process. Please contact the County Connection Human Resources department at (925) 680-2121 or hr@cccta.org if you have any questions or need assistance.

County Connection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.