Senior Accounting Technician, Business Services Division

Senior Accounting Technician, Business Services Division at Orange County Department of Education Print Application Deadline 5/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/13/2026 Contact Linda Nguyen Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $4,996.00 - $6,552.00 Monthly Add'l Salary Info This is a classified range 43 position. Placement based on education and years of experience. We offer generous health benefits for employee and dependents (annual value up to $57,303) Length of Work Year 12 Months Employment Type Full Time About the Employer The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County's most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE's vision is that "Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success." Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations. Job Summary Job Summary Are you an experienced accounting professional looking to take the next step in your career? The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accounting Technician to support critical financial operations. In this dynamic role, you'll manage a variety of complex accounting functions, including reconciling accounts, processing vendor payments, auditing school district transactions, and maintaining financial accuracy across multiple programs and funds. Your expertise will contribute to ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal guidelines while providing timely and accurate support to internal and external stakeholders. As a valued team member at OCDE, you'll enjoy a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in educational finance. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in accounting, the ability to analyze and solve problems effectively, and the skills to balance multiple tasks with precision and efficiency. View Job Description Requirements /

Qualifications Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Associate's degree in accounting, business admin, bookkeeping or related field • Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in performing financial or statistical recordkeeping; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. Notice to

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Qualifications Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Associate's degree in accounting, business admin, bookkeeping or related field • Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in performing financial or statistical recordkeeping; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. Notice to

Applicants:

If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us. Comments and Other Information Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application. Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual's identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability. We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.

AA/EOE/ADA

Comments and Other Information Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application. Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual's identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability. We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.

AA/EOE/ADA

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