Accountant or Senior Accountant

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit a cover letter, resume, and completed CWD application to hr@carmichaelwd.org. CWD application can be found at:
https://carmichaelwd.org/DocumentCenter/View/705/Employment-Application-PDF

Carmichael Water District would like to fill one vacancy within its Finance Department as an Accountant or a Senior Accountant. This in-person position reports to the Finance Manager.

Seeking an experienced Accountant or a Senior Accountant with a strong background in accounting (GAAP/GASB), excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.  Key responsibilities include the following:

• Managing the full accounting cycle including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and preparation and maintenance of financial statements in accordance with GAAP/GASB
• Performing bank and general ledger reconciliations on a monthly basis, including the preparation of journal entries to ensure accuracy
• Overseeing capital asset management and depreciation schedules
• Performing cost analyses and budget reporting/forecasts to support the District’s objectives
• Maintaining compliance with multiple reporting standards and regulatory agencies (including Federal and State grantors)
• Assisting with managing complex accounting projects including annual financial statement audits and Single Audits

For the full job description please follow the link below:
https://carmichaelwd.org/DocumentCenter/View/140

SALARY: 

The annual salary range for both positions are listed below.
Accountant: $79,192.67 - $96,259.28
Senior Accountant: $93,787.62 - $113,999.39

BENEFITS:

The benefits are paid for by the District for employees and their eligible dependents.

CalPERS Medical: Beginning in December 2025 for premiums applied to January 2026, and in each subsequent year, the District will contribute monthly ninety-five percent (95%) of the average premium costs of an eligible employee’s elected medical coverage (employee only, employee + one dependent, or employee and 2+ dependents (family coverage)) from the following CalPERS Health Sacramento Area Region plans: Blue Shield Access + HMO, Blue Shield Trio HMO, Kaiser Permanente, PERS Gold, and Western Health Advantage, inclusive of the minimum statutory PEMHCA contribution.

Dental, Vision, EAP, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Fully-paid for employees and their eligible dependents.  Life insurance benefits are 2 times annual base earnings up to a maximum benefit of $200,000

Retirement: CalPERS defined benefit pension:

• Classic members: 2% @ 55 benefit formula.
• PEPRA (new) members: 2% @ 62 benefit formula.

Retiree Health Benefits: The District participates in CalPERS retiree health program and contributes to retiree health for employees who retire from the District with at least 5 years of service and a minimum of 10 years credited service in CalPERS.  The District’s contribution toward post-retirement coverage for employees and their eligible dependents is based on the employees’ total credited years of qualifying service.

Annual Leave Accrual: Vacation: 12 days/year up to 5th year with increases based on service time. Sick Leave: 12 days/year.

457 Deferred Compensation Plan:  Employee designated contributions managed by CalPERS with additional plan options including Roth 457, Loans, and self-directed brokerage options.