Account Clerk II

Salary : $83,865.60 - $101,940.80 Annually Location : Concord, CA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 704 - MS - 2026 Department: Finance Division: Accounting Opening Date: 03/24/2026 Closing Date: 4/7/2026 5:00 PM Pacific GENERAL JOB FUNCTION About CCWD Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) provides safe, reliable, high-quality water and related services that support the health and vitality of the communities it serves. Through responsible stewardship of both its infrastructure and its people, CCWD is committed to building and sustaining a skilled workforce prepared to meet today's needs and tomorrow's challenges. Why Work Here Meaningful Public Service Play a direct role in supporting safe, reliable water service that protects public health and strengthens the communities we serve. Collaborative, Mission-Driven Culture Work alongside dedicated professionals who value integrity, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in service to the public. Competitive Total Rewards & Professional Growth CCWD offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including competitive pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and opportunities that support ongoing professional growth. The Opportunity CCWD is seeking an Account Clerk II that will primarily support the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments. This role also serves as part of a coverage pool for the cashier function, assisting customers with water payments. Why You'll Enjoy This Role Contribute to an organization that provides vital public services to the community. Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment. Play a key role in maintaining sound financial practices. Gain exposure to multiple accounting functions within the water industry. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Key Responsibilities Prepare incoming invoices for approval by verifying accuracy, coding, and supporting documentation. Enter invoices into batches for payment processing. Review batches for accuracy and completeness. Process payments, including check preparation and distribution. Review vendor statements and reconcile discrepancies. Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding payment status. Keep accurate and organized records. Serve as back-up for the Cashier and additional support to the accounting team as needed. For a full description of examples of duties, please refer to the job descriptions by visiting the following: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS For a full description of required knowledge, skills, and abilities, please refer to the job descriptions by visiting the following link: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Standing in work areas and walking between work areas are required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Contra Costa Water District is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based upon race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other actual or perceived status protected under federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on individual qualifications and performance. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION One of the many CCWD goals is to pursue organizational excellence through diversity, equity, inclusivity, leadership, and professionalism. We recognize the strengths of staff creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and improved decision-making resulting from diverse perspectives, and we strive to be a culturally diverse organization that values, recognizes, and supports inclusion. CONVICTION HISTORY A condition of employment for all CCWD positions includes successfully passing a Department of Justice Live Scan fingerprint check and completion of the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. Additionally, in compliance with federal law, CCWD participates in E-Verify. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All CCWD employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. As such, CCWD employees may be called upon to support the activities of CCWD during an emergency situation. Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process are instructed to contact Human Resources at 925-688-8002. For regular-status, non-temporary positions: In addition to a competitive salary, the Contra Costa Water District offers an excellent benefits package! Stationary Engineers, Local 39 benefits include: Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employer-paid short term and long-term disability insurance Voluntary participation in the Flexible Spending Accounts for dependent care and healthcare reimbursements Voluntary participation in the 457(b) deferred compensation plan 1% employer contribution to 401(a) no employee contribution required 12 paid holidays plus an additional 8 hours for floating holidays per year 40-hour vacation credit upon hire plus vacation accrual at 10 days during the first year; 15 days per year accrual during year two; with additional accrual increases thereafter 96 hours of sick leave accrual per year 90 hours of compensatory time off (CTO) per year Employer-paid retiree health insurance for retiree and dependents. Local 39 employees currently contribute 2.6% of base pay on a pretax basis for this benefit. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, are subject to a 10-year District-service vesting period to be eligible for fully paid retiree medical upon direct retirement from the CCWD. The CCWD contracts with CalPERS for medical benefits. A defined benefit retirement plan; reciprocity with CalPERS and CalPERS reciprocal agencies. (Reciprocal agency service does not count toward the 5-year or 10-year vesting requirement for fully paid retiree medical.) The defined benefit is 2.35% at 55 for those with classic reciprocity. New hires who are not eligible for classic reciprocity are eligible for the 2% at 62 PEPRA defined benefit. Participation in Social Security and Medicare Extensive Wellness Program including 50% employer-paid gym membership, up to $40.00 per month Health Insurance Credit for self and/or eligible dependents who have other medical benefit coverage Educational Assistance Program up to $3,000 per fiscal year per employee Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and referral services for employees and eligible dependents Employees receive free admission to Los Vaqueros Reservoir that offers recreation areas, fishing, boating, and hiking trails. Bilingual services pay And more. For additional information and the full details, eligibility, and provisions regarding the CCWD's applicable benefits package, please visit: 01 What is the highest level of education you have completed? (Should you be selected, you may be required to verify you highest level completed.) Did not graduate High School or have GED Equivalent High School or GED Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 02 This position requires two (2) years of increasingly responsible accounting clerical experience. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-04-01