County of Monterey
Property Tax Manager (Auditor-Controller Analyst II)
County of Monterey, Lake Forest, California, United States, 92630
Overview
The County of Monterey is seeking applicants for the Auditor-Controller Analyst role in the Property Tax Section of the Disbursements Division. The successful candidate will direct, oversee, organize, and perform highly complex professional accounting and financial functions of the County’s fiscal operations; research, interpret, communicate, and implement legal requirements and policies to ensure compliance; supervise professional and/or technical staff; serve as a County subject-matter-expert; and perform other related work as required. Final Filing Deadline : Monday, February 23, 2026 Exam # : 26/20B25/01ND The County of Monterey honors the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about eligibility requirements and the process, read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier. Department
The Auditor-Controller is an elected official who provides financial leadership and expert advice on a wide range of fiscal matters and advocates financial integrity and accountability in all County business practices. The department consists of five divisions: Administration, Systems, General Accounting, Internal Audit, and Disbursements (Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Property Tax). The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. Responsibilities
Reviews the preparation of financial schedules, analysis, documentation, and a variety of complex accounting, auditing, and financial reports that may include: Property tax calculations, sales and use tax, Gann limit, Annual Property Tax Report for the State Controller’s Office, audit work papers, fund reconciliations, property tax, and/or other technical reports Performs a variety of other complex accounting and/or auditing and financial analysis, operations, issue resolutions, and monitoring to include: Allocation of property tax administrative costs to cities and other agencies, property tax apportionments, bond rate calculations, and contract review Supervises professional and/or technical accounting staff, including assigning, directing, training, reviewing subordinates’ work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established requirements; manages work performance; and recommends transfers, reassignment, and discipline Plans, develops, coordinates, and implements fiscal management policies, goals, objectives, procedures, standards, and programs with the management team Reviews, analyzes, researches, interprets, and communicates legislation to ensure compliance with laws, rules, and regulations that fiscally impact County, departmental programs, and/or community at large Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with departmental management and staff, other County departments, external agencies, community-based companies, vendors, and State and Federal program representatives Plans, organizes, coordinates, and performs the more complex accounting, fiscal, and/or auditing work to prepare a variety of reports, schedules, and claims related to Property Tax processes To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Auditor-Controller Analyst II THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough Knowledge of
Principles and methods of public finance administration, particularly in the areas of accounting operations, budgeting preparation and management; fiscal control auditing, cost accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, financial analysis, general accounting, business and personnel accounting, internal/external financial, and operations auditing Property tax calculations and program management Professional report writing techniques Accounting and property tax principles, practices, standards, and methods Principles and practices of supervision, including work planning, scheduling, reviewing, evaluating, training, and corrective action Working Knowledge of
Research and assessment techniques Quantitative analysis and business statistical methods and techniques Related computer technology systems, hardware and applicable software application and operations Governmental accounting and budgetary principles and operational practices Skill and Ability to
Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the fiscal and accounting activities to support county operations Develop or revise accounting systems, processes, and activities to meet changing needs Develop, implement, and administer automated data gathering, processing, and reporting systems Present technical and financial information and reports effectively to groups Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Represents the County in the specialized subject or area Select, supervise, assign work, train, and evaluate the performance of others Properly interpret, determine, and apply appropriate laws, regulations, and policies and collective bargaining agreements to county operations Make accurate complex computations Meet schedules and timelines Operate standard office equipment including a computer and associated software Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education:
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Public or Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a closely related field with coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Experience:
Five (5) years of experience performing professional-level accounting/auditing duties with a CPA firm, public or private agency or two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to an Auditor-Controller Analyst I in the County of Monterey. Conditions of Employment
The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Possess a valid California class C driver license or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting Benefits
The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please view the Unit X Benefit Summary Sheet. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. Notes
As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9 If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary Application and Selection Procedures
Apply Online at Monterey County government jobs or equivalents. By Monday, February 23, 2026, 11:59 PM (PST) OR Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Contact: Auditor-Controller’s Office, Attn: Human Resources, 168 W. Alisal Street, third floor, Salinas, CA 93901. Phone: 831-755-5092 The selection process is tentative; applicants will be notified if changes are made. The examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses
The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To obtain a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application, please visit the Human Resources website. To apply for veterans’ preference points, veterans or eligible military spouses must complete and email a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application with supporting documentation by the final filing deadline of Monday, February 23, 2026 to
Note: email address removed . Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation
The County of Monterey is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can contribute in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. The County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR representative listed above.
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The County of Monterey is seeking applicants for the Auditor-Controller Analyst role in the Property Tax Section of the Disbursements Division. The successful candidate will direct, oversee, organize, and perform highly complex professional accounting and financial functions of the County’s fiscal operations; research, interpret, communicate, and implement legal requirements and policies to ensure compliance; supervise professional and/or technical staff; serve as a County subject-matter-expert; and perform other related work as required. Final Filing Deadline : Monday, February 23, 2026 Exam # : 26/20B25/01ND The County of Monterey honors the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about eligibility requirements and the process, read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier. Department
The Auditor-Controller is an elected official who provides financial leadership and expert advice on a wide range of fiscal matters and advocates financial integrity and accountability in all County business practices. The department consists of five divisions: Administration, Systems, General Accounting, Internal Audit, and Disbursements (Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Property Tax). The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. Responsibilities
Reviews the preparation of financial schedules, analysis, documentation, and a variety of complex accounting, auditing, and financial reports that may include: Property tax calculations, sales and use tax, Gann limit, Annual Property Tax Report for the State Controller’s Office, audit work papers, fund reconciliations, property tax, and/or other technical reports Performs a variety of other complex accounting and/or auditing and financial analysis, operations, issue resolutions, and monitoring to include: Allocation of property tax administrative costs to cities and other agencies, property tax apportionments, bond rate calculations, and contract review Supervises professional and/or technical accounting staff, including assigning, directing, training, reviewing subordinates’ work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established requirements; manages work performance; and recommends transfers, reassignment, and discipline Plans, develops, coordinates, and implements fiscal management policies, goals, objectives, procedures, standards, and programs with the management team Reviews, analyzes, researches, interprets, and communicates legislation to ensure compliance with laws, rules, and regulations that fiscally impact County, departmental programs, and/or community at large Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with departmental management and staff, other County departments, external agencies, community-based companies, vendors, and State and Federal program representatives Plans, organizes, coordinates, and performs the more complex accounting, fiscal, and/or auditing work to prepare a variety of reports, schedules, and claims related to Property Tax processes To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Auditor-Controller Analyst II THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough Knowledge of
Principles and methods of public finance administration, particularly in the areas of accounting operations, budgeting preparation and management; fiscal control auditing, cost accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, financial analysis, general accounting, business and personnel accounting, internal/external financial, and operations auditing Property tax calculations and program management Professional report writing techniques Accounting and property tax principles, practices, standards, and methods Principles and practices of supervision, including work planning, scheduling, reviewing, evaluating, training, and corrective action Working Knowledge of
Research and assessment techniques Quantitative analysis and business statistical methods and techniques Related computer technology systems, hardware and applicable software application and operations Governmental accounting and budgetary principles and operational practices Skill and Ability to
Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the fiscal and accounting activities to support county operations Develop or revise accounting systems, processes, and activities to meet changing needs Develop, implement, and administer automated data gathering, processing, and reporting systems Present technical and financial information and reports effectively to groups Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Represents the County in the specialized subject or area Select, supervise, assign work, train, and evaluate the performance of others Properly interpret, determine, and apply appropriate laws, regulations, and policies and collective bargaining agreements to county operations Make accurate complex computations Meet schedules and timelines Operate standard office equipment including a computer and associated software Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education:
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Public or Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a closely related field with coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Experience:
Five (5) years of experience performing professional-level accounting/auditing duties with a CPA firm, public or private agency or two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to an Auditor-Controller Analyst I in the County of Monterey. Conditions of Employment
The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Possess a valid California class C driver license or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting Benefits
The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please view the Unit X Benefit Summary Sheet. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. Notes
As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9 If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary Application and Selection Procedures
Apply Online at Monterey County government jobs or equivalents. By Monday, February 23, 2026, 11:59 PM (PST) OR Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Contact: Auditor-Controller’s Office, Attn: Human Resources, 168 W. Alisal Street, third floor, Salinas, CA 93901. Phone: 831-755-5092 The selection process is tentative; applicants will be notified if changes are made. The examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses
The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans’ preference points for this recruitment. To obtain a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application, please visit the Human Resources website. To apply for veterans’ preference points, veterans or eligible military spouses must complete and email a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application with supporting documentation by the final filing deadline of Monday, February 23, 2026 to
Note: email address removed . Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation
The County of Monterey is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can contribute in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. The County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR representative listed above.
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