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Principal Accountant

Organization:	City of Eastvale
Date Posted:	2/12/2026
Date Needed:	2/12/2026
City:	Eastvale
Location:	California
Country:	United States
Primary Category:	Accounting/Audit/Controller
Salary:	$138,762.41 yearly
Type of Position:	Full-Time
Education Requirement:	Bachelor's
Experience Requirement:	5-10 years
Description & Details
THE POSITION The Principal Accountant will serve as a key member of the City Finance team and will contribute by providing supervision and oversight to professional employees that are involved in a variety of accounting functions. The position is directly responsible for coordination of the annual year end audit process and issuance of the city’s financial statements and other required annual reports. The city is a fast-paced environment and that offers a close working environment with a talented, energetic, and highly engaged team. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Provide full supervision to one Accountant and two Accounting Technicians Oversee day-to-day accounting functions Coordinate year end audit and financial statement preparation with City’s external auditors Perform complex reconciliations and prepare journal entries Prepare and maintain construction in progress, capital asset schedules, and grant schedules THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for the Principal Accountant position is someone who embodies a dynamic blend of professionalism and collaborative leadership, bringing both technical expertise and a spirited team ethos to our organization. As a team player who thrives in collaborative environments and rejects the notion of silos, this individual should possess robust customer service skills and excellent communication techniques. Prior accounting experience in municipal settings is essential. We are looking for someone who not only excels in their financial acumen, but also enhances the workplace with an engaging and inclusive approach. The individual will bring a “get it done” approach and “can do” attitude to work everyday. Click here to learn more about this position! HOW TO APPLY To be considered for the position, all candidates must submit a completed City application, cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references here. Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of relevant training, education, experience and writing skills as presented in the application, resume, cover letter and supplemental questions. The process may include interviews and/or performance tests. A background investigation including, LIVESCAN fingerprinting and verification of previous employment. Applicants will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment letter, applicants are required to complete a drug and/or alcohol test at the time of their pre-employment physical. All employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath to the United States and the State of California Constitution at time of hire. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis with the first review deadline date being Sunday, March 8th, 2026 at 11:59pm PST. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first deadline date.
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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT (FINANCE DEPARTMENT) SALARY RANGE $111,111.00 - $138,762.41 Annually $9,259.25 - $11,563.53 Monthly $53.42 - $66.71 Hourly BENEFITS - 4-Day Work Week - 11 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday - 3.5% COLA on July 1, 2026 are in addition to regularly scheduled merit increases that are dependent on performance - $2,721.01 Monthly Benefit Allowance towards Medical, Dental, and Vision - Employer Contribution to a Health Reimbursement Account upon completion of fifth year - Pension through CalPERS - 457 Deferred Compensation Plan through Voya Financial - 200% Employer Contribution Match to a 457 Plan up to $3,000 per year - Professional Development with Breaking the Chain Consulting - $2,500 Educational Reimbursement per Fiscal Year MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional level accounting work, including two (2) year of supervisory experience. Governmental accounting experience is highly desirable. DEPARTMENT SNAPSHOT The Finance Department is a healthy, collaborative, and high-performing team built on trust, accountability, and strong working relationships. Team members communicate openly, support one another, and take shared ownership of outcomes in a positive and engaging work environment. Our culture is both professional and fun. Collaboration is central to how we operate, and the team genuinely enjoys working together to solve complex challenges, support departments across the organization, and continuously improve financial processes. The Finance Department is a growing and well-structured team consisting of one Finance Director, one Finance Manager, one Purchasing Manager, one Principal Accountant, one Finance Analyst, one Accountant, two Senior Accounting Technicians, and two Accounting Technicians. This structure supports mentorship, collaboration, and professional development across all levels. The City was recently recognized as a 2025 Top Workplaces organization—an award based entirely on employee feedback. This recognition reflects the strength of our workplace culture, leadership, and commitment to creating an environment where employees feel supported, valued, and engaged. This is an exciting time to join the organization. The City is actively building a new downtown area and planning to move into a new City Hall within the next few years, offering meaningful opportunities to support growth, modernization, and long-term infrastructure initiatives.