SENIOR ACCOUNTANT Position Available In Broward, Florida

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Job Details 
Employer City of Oakland Park Salary $66,997.33 – $107,195.80 Annually Location Oakland Park, FL Job Type Full-Time Department

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Closing Date Continuous Description
Benefits

POSITION

Under the general direction of the Financial Services Director, Chief Financial Officer, and Assistant Director, and direct supervision of the Comptroller, this experienced professional work involves responsibility for accurate preparation and maintenance of accounting records, the recordation of accounting data to various subsidiary control and general ledgers according to proscribed prescribed procedures. Work is performed with general independence within the scope of established accounting systems and internal procedures. Accuracy of work is ensured through established checks and balances, internal audit controls, and periodic internal reviews and annual external audits. Assists staff and external agencies with all aspects in the proper recording and classification of accurate and appropriate generally accepted accounting principles.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The list of duties and functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Prepares financial reports for state, federal and local internal and external agencies, as required.
Prepares appropriate written financial reports for City Commission, board and staff meetings.
Maintains and balances accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions; resolves discrepancies
Provides guidance and assistance to lower level staff in proper methods and procedures to meet fiscal and financial policy and generally accepted accounting principles.
Responsible for monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and the month end close process.
Assist in the preparation of the audit schedules and other information that may be requested by the external auditors.
May process the weekly payroll and reports or assist in the review of timecards and reports prior to the final payroll submittal.
Prepares and records journal entries and reconciles account variances.
Compiles financial data for statements and financial reports.
Verifies accuracy of posting against internal accounting controls.
Secures financial information by completing database backups.
Supervises the Accounts Payable process.
Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Advanced knowledge of methods and principles of governmental accounting theory and principles, including promulgations proffered in Governmental Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting (GAAFR), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
Advanced knowledge of statutes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures relating to the receipt, custody and expenditure of governmental accounting.
Advanced knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, computerized accounting systems, equipment and techniques normally applied to governmental accounting systems.
Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Ability to produce and maintain complex fiscal and accounting records, reports and financial statements.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, as well as governing and appointed authorities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities to ensure that deadlines are met.
Ability to delegate, manage, and supervise effectively.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, accounting or related field; supplemented by a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible and skilled experience in government accounting or finance. Position also includes automatic progression availability with Accountant position. In addition to the above minimum experience and educational qualifications, automatic progression requires one of the following professional certifications be held: Certified Payroll Professional
Grant Management Certificate Program (Recipient Track)
Accounts Payable Certification Alternative professional certifications may be submitted for consideration; approval of alternative professional certifications is subject to the discretion of the department director.

PREFERRED

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, accounting, or a related field. Professional certifications directly related to job functions. Employer
City of Oakland Park
Address
3650 Northeast 12th Avenue Oakland Park, Florida, 33334