Accountant Position Available In Baldwin, Georgia

Accountant Baldwin County Commissioner’s Office 1601 North Columbia Street, Milledgeville, GA 31061 JOB SUMMARY This position performs accounting and financial analysis duties in support of county government operations.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Processes financial transactions to ensure that municipal finances are maintained in an effective, current, and accurate manner.
• Monitors county expenditures against budget allocations for all departments.
• Reconciles all check and savings accounts monthly.
• Updates general ledger to reflect expended funds.
• Maintains petty cash.
• Monitors cash receipting and other revenues received; credits appropriate funds to reflect revenues received; maintains financial statements reflecting revenues received.
• Prepares and maintains budgetary and financial reports.
• Updates general ledgers and balance sheets.
• Creates and posts journal entries.
• Processes various receivables.
• Processes accounts payable.
• Audits all department accounts for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with procedures; advises management concerning discrepancies; enforces internal controls; coordinates audits with external auditors; assists auditor in the preparation of annual financial statements.
• Prepares monthly and annual financial reports; creates and posts journal entries; reviews and analyzes financial statements for accuracy; prepares historical data regarding line item expenditures, revenues and funds; prepares and maintains budgetary and financial reports.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, audit procedures, and the principles and methods of modern accounting.
• Knowledge of municipal budget development and administration principles.
• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board policies.
• Knowledge of computers and job related software programs.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in the preparation of clear and precise reports.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Finance Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include generally accepted accounting principles, audit guidelines, Governmental Accounting Standards Board guidelines, and county policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of varied accounting and financial analysis duties. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to perform accounting and financial analysis duties in support of county government operations.

Success in this position contributes to financial health of the county.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, auditors, bank officials, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to provide services; to give or exchange information; to resolve problems; or to justify, defend or negotiate matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$48,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Would you be willing to take a skill test during your interview?

Education:

Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

Accounting:

1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Milledgeville, GA 31061 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Milledgeville, GA 31061: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person