Accountant III (Appointed)

Salary Range: $60,029.58 - $92,456.00

About the role

Works under the direction of the Accounting Manager and is responsible for all accounting and financial reporting (internal and external) related to assigned funds. Performs reconciliation functions necessary for the maintenance of the accounting system as needed. Maintains financial security by following established internal accounting controls.

Responsibilities

• Compiles, analyzes, and prepares financial information for proper general ledger accounts and sub-systems entries.
• Aids in the preparation of schedules for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Single Audit Report (SAR) when assigned.
• Prepares audit work papers for annual or special audit for assigned area(s).
• Assists external auditors with the annual audit as required.
• Makes adjusting and closing entries and audits journal entries prepared by other departments for accuracy and sufficiency of funds.
• Updates and verifies posting transactions to the general ledger and other systems.
• Prepares financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Seeks to improve accounting systems by making procedure modification recommendations.
• Stays abreast of and maintains a professional knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Enters transactions to the accounting system and provides financial information and reports using automated accounting system.
• Prepares balance sheets, income statements, cash flows, and other special financial reports.
• Reconciles general ledger account balances and records month-end and year-end transactions.
• Manages special projects as assigned and completes projects of various levels of complexity.
• Researches current and new accounting standards and may summarize the results for presentation to management.
• Interprets city policy/procedures for external customers and auditors.
• Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field and seven (7) years’ experience in Accounting or Finance; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.
• Must obtain CMFO certification within 24 months of date of hire and maintain as a condition of continued employment in the Accountant III tier.
• Working experience demonstrating advanced application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) required.
• Working experience using Microsoft Office applications is highly desirable.
• Governmental or non-profit accounting experience preferred.
• Oracle Financials experience a plus.
• CPA or MBA preferred.

Working Conditions

• Primarily deskwork in an office environment with staff interaction.
• Requires the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing with management, staff, and external auditors.
• Requires the ability to use general office equipment, such as personal computers, calculators, and telephones.