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Position Summary: To perform professional accounting, analysis, and maintenance of budget, revenues, expenditures, assets, liabilities, fund equities, and other financial records; to conduct audits and perform special projects; to assist in budget preparation and revenue estimates; and to perform related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the entry-level class in the Accountant series. This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the journey level. Incumbent works under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

Essential Functions: Prepare, analyze, and reconcile a variety of financial statements; prepare and review bank reconciliation for the City’s accounts. prepare financial reports for local, state, and federal agencies; download reports from the City's financial systems; may enter project accounting transactions; may perform online system payment reconciliations and merchant fee analysis; review invoices; reclassify journal entries; assist in implementation of financial systems and system updates; subject matter expert in financial system processes and procedures; review monthly investment reports; prepare and record special transaction reports and journal entries. Implement internal controls to ensure the accuracy of fixed asset records; conduct departmental or business audits and prepare reports regarding findings; review City and other related entities’ audit reports; assist in special projects as assigned; develop and recommend improvements to expedite work and improve accuracy; assist in budget preparation and revenue estimates; review records of original entries; post transactions to general ledger; may oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions; prepare correspondence and memorandums as needed; provide information to other City departments and outside agencies that require the use of judgment and the interpretation of policies, laws, rules, and procedures; organize and maintain various files; type correspondence, reports, forms, and other financial documents; exercise discretion in dealing with confidential matters and perform with a great deal of autonomy; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: a bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in accounting, finance, or related field and one year of responsible accounting experience, preferably with a government agency.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and procedures; principles of governmental accounting, budgeting, and public finance; reporting laws and requirements of various state and federal agencies, insurance, and financial firms; pertinent local, State, and Federal codes; principles and practices of training, assigning, and reviewing the work of others; principles and practices of conflict resolution; basic business data processing principles and applications; modern office practices and procedures; computer equipment, and software applications related to assignment; financial mathematics; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to: prepare, analyze, and reconcile financial records and statements; prepare written reports and make recommendations; understand, apply and interpret local, state and federal codes related to assignment; conduct departmental or business audits; exercise good judgment in the application and interpretation of policy, regulations, and procedures related to assignment; provide technical assistance in specialized procedures to departmental personnel; train and assist other staff as necessary; prioritize work, coordinate several activities, and follow up as required; operate standard office equipment; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Ability to sit for long periods of time, intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, write or use keyboard to communicate through written means; and to lift and carry weight of 15 pounds or less for varying periods of time; see in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction.

Recruitment No. 23363304
To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail.