Accountant (Contract) Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida

Accountant (Contract) Goldman and Wolfe Tampa, FL 33609 • Hybrid work Job Overview We are seeking a high-caliber consultant with a strong technical expertise and excellent social interface skills. You will be responsible for supporting ad hoc accounting support for various clients, as directed by senior consultants. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and the ability to conduct thorough, efficient, and accurate work to meet needed deadlines. Duties This work requires the use of independent judgment and discretion in the application of professional accounting techniques Many of the day-to-day tasks require resolving finance-related issues for external customers and internal employees Prepares financial reports of all types, including the reports required in period and special audits of the financial administration Prepares tax reports including but not limited to sales tax, fuel tax, and 941 payroll tax returns Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries Prepares regulatory reports as required by State and Federal agencies Prepares daily cash reports, accurate deposits and data entries to accounts Performs monthly bank statement reconciliations or reviews reconciliation for completeness Performs monthly/annual reconciliations or reviews reconciliations for completeness for Balance Sheet and General Ledger budgeted accounts as assigned by fund Prepares bi-weekly payroll and associated reports as required or review payroll reports for accuracy and completeness Issues purchase orders and processes invoices for payment against purchase orders Processes all other payments for goods and services Processes payments and cash receipts from the public, other agencies and other departments Assists the Assistant Finance Director in completing required documentation for annual audits Performs all tasks related to the Local Business Tax Receipts including answering customers’ questions and issue and renew business tax receipts Performs other accounting and administrative functions as assigned Utilize financial software for data analysis and reporting purposes.

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field

Required:

Five years of experience in a municipal accounting role, including working with fund accounting Strong knowledge of and the ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting and Auditing Principles; Government Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting; and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements Skill in preparing complex financial reports using advanced computer techniques and specific software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word Ability to read and understand technical material, government regulations, and/or complex work instructions Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with other employees, Town officials, customers, and the general public Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$70.00 – $85.00 per hour Expected hours: 5 – 40 per week

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Education:

Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

Municipality Accounting:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Tampa, FL 33609