Accountant II (Public Utilities)

About the role

The Position Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, the City of Hollywood provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, reviews and maintains complete sets of general and revenue ledgers, appropriations expenditure and capital projects ledgers; and in the preparation of complex financial statements and related reports.
• Analyzes revenues, expenditures, and balance sheet accounts and their consolidation into budget status and financial reports; reviews payables and appropriations for materials and services and ensures that sufficient funds are authorized and available.
• Reviews and approves requisitions invoices, pay applications, PO’s and direct payment vouchers and processes applicable expenses/payables items in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and/or city policies; reviews and approves payrolls.
• May be responsible for updating and maintaining the internal DCM budget tracker with Directors in coordination with budget staff.
• Prepares and assists in audits and financial reporting as needed.
• Prepares grant reimbursement requests, grant reports, and other grant specific accounting services.
• Aids in gathering information needed in the preparation of the annual budget and financial statements.
• May prepare all or portions of the A/L budget review report, ACFR, and accounting management reports; reviews federal cash transaction reports and other pertinent reports prepared by other staff accountants.
• May assist in auditing construction related owner Direct Purchase orders with Department and Procurement staff. May confer with Risk Management Department on casualty insurance; may review actuarial reports and prepare financial statements for the self-insurance program.

Requirements

• Required Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in accounting with an emphasis on governmental or not-for-profit fund accounting
• Prioritization of work and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental and construction accounting including general and special revenue, debt service, capital projects, enterprise, internal service, expendable and non-expendable trust and agency fund accounting
• Knowledge of modern business office practices and procedures, computerized accounting systems, equipment, and standard clerical techniques as applied to the maintenance of multiple governmental accounting systems involving a large number of transactions
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques applicable to the conduct of audits of governmental operations
• Ability to apply professional accounting principles, financial reporting standards, knowledge and skills to the maintenance and preparation of complex sets of fiscal and accounting records, reports and financial statements

Qualifications

• Experience as a professional accountant
• Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
• Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
• Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

The City of Hollywood provides a generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave. Repaying Student Loans? Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on-time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Pay

Competitive pay and benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.

Schedule

Flexible schedule with options for a 4-day work week.

Benefits

Award-winning wellness program, flexible spending plans, and a range of other benefits.