Accounting Technician Apprenticeship - One Irvine Workforce - City of Irvine : Job Details

One Irvine Workforce Presents: Accounting Technician Apprenticeship (Limited Term*)*This position is full-time, at-will, and budgeted for 15 months, with an approximate program period from October 2025 to December 2026.Post-apprenticeship employment opportunities may be available but are not guaranteed.

The Accounting Technician plays a pivotal role in supporting finance, accounting, bond issuances, and daily Treasury/Cashiering operations. If you are passionate about serving your community, have accounting experience, and enjoy working in a team focused on excellent customer service and attention to detail, this Apprenticeship could be an excellent opportunity for you!

The One Irvine Workforce Apprenticeship Program is funded through the California Volunteers Youth Service Corps grant. In addition to employment, apprentices receive professional development, mentorship, and participate in innovative training, supporting Irvine's key initiatives. An apprenticeship offers on-the-job training, public service experience, and an investment in your future.

Apprenticeship Eligibility Requirements

This program is grant-funded and has specific eligibility criteria, including:

• Participants must be between 18–30 years old on their first day of service, estimated to be October 2025.
• Priority will be given to Irvine residents who meet at least two of the following:
• Are unemployed or out of school
• Are low-income
• May have difficulty finding employment
• Are first-generation college students
• Were in or are transitioning from foster care
• Are or were engaged with mental health or substance abuse programs
• Are or were justice-involved
• Have not participated in an AmeriCorps program

Your Impact

• Perform support tasks related to finance, accounting, and bond issuances within the Administrative Services department.
• Compile trustee statements.
• Assist with reimbursement requests and prepare journal entries.
• Reconcile County Tax Ledger to General Ledger.
• Perform special districts trustee reconciliation.
• Assist with billing Irvine Company for Letter of Credit, Remarketing, and Rating Fees.
• Support daily Treasury/Cashiering operations for internal and external customers.
• Handle City cashiering functions, including reconciling revenue activities and preparing bank deposits.
• For more details, see the Accounting Technician class specification.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree or college coursework in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Two years of accounting, cashiering, or bookkeeping experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license may be required.

Best Fit

• Experience in accounting, cashiering, or bookkeeping.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for customer service.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to learn, take direction humbly, and grow professionally.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Willingness to learn departmental systems and participate in mentorship.

Your Team

The City of Irvine's employees aim to create a safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing community. We serve with humility, innovation, empathy, passion, and integrity, embodying our values daily.

Administrative Services is dedicated to fiscal stewardship, supporting high-quality community services through various departments including Administration, Fiscal Services, Budget and Strategic Planning, Purchasing, IT, and GIS.

The Process

The selection includes an interview and background check. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list for future similar or lower-level positions.

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