Accountant

Overview

Position Summary: Prepares interim and annual balance sheets and income statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Prepares adjusting entries to correct or close accounts maintained. Establishes and maintains relationships with appropriate fiscal staff of County departments and assists them with accounting/finance matters as needed. Understands the goals and objectives of assigned tasks and informs Manager or Assistant Manager of progress or problems. Keeps abreast of new accounting standards and County developments which affect the financials. Performs special research projects as assigned. Performs other related duties as required or requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Closing procedures and financial preparation.
• Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Linking data between excel files and familiarity with excel formulas, in particular the SumiF, SumProduct, and VLookup formulas.
• Ability to work independently.
• Be organized and detail oriented.
• Respond to changing priorities and accomplish a multitude of tasks in a timely fashion without close supervision.
• Use Microsoft Access and Publisher (a plus).

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• One (1) to two (2) years’ experience in a professional setting.
• Education must include a minimum of 12 credit hours in accounting.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Residency

Allegheny County within 1 year.

Veterans' Preference

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D

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