Accountant I – 122070102 Position Available In Cumberland, North Carolina

Tallo's Job Summary: This Accountant I position in Cumberland County, NC, with an annual salary of $73,426.44, requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration and 1 year of experience. Responsibilities include managing budgets, contracts, grants, and audits, and serving as a liaison to fiscal/budget management staff. The position involves analyzing financial reports, interpreting fiscal policy, and providing technical assistance. The selected applicant must have a valid North Carolina Driver's License and undergo drug testing.

Company:
Cumberland County Nc
Salary:
$73426
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Accountant

I – 122070102

Cumberland County, NC – 3.9 Fayetteville, NC Job Details Full-time $73,426.44 a year 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Financial auditing Customer service Mid-level Governmental accounting Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Accounting Business Administration 1 year Business Associate’s degree Accounting Full Job Description Position Overview Position is located in the Finance Section, Business Operations Division. Examples of Duties This position is responsible for the overall management of the Agency budget, contracts, grants, and audit related activities. This position also serves as a direct liaison to the State and County fiscal/budget management staff and represents the Agency in working through procedures and processes that are shared between these offices. This position analyzes state and county financial reports to monitor expenditures and make annualized projections of total anticipated spending; reviews reports prepared by others for accuracy/completeness; prepares financial reports as required for various purposes; interprets fiscal policy for own use as well as other staff/units; develops agency fiscal operating procedures; provides technical assistance and support to staff; and provides information to various outside agencies/individuals. This position must be knowledgeable of the total budget and reporting process for the department. This position must be abreast of all budget issues and monitor spending to ensure both financial security and that the agency receives correct reimbursements. This position collects and analyzes the financial situation of the agency on a monthly basis in order to manage the agency’s financial resources. State and County expense reports are reconciled and analyzed monthly to establish projected annualized expenses. Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in accounting and one year of accounting/auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting/financial statements and reports; or a four-year degree in business administration or other field with twelve (12) semester hours in accounting and two years of experience as specified above; or a two-year degree in accounting and four years of experience as specified above. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to interpret and apply Federal and State fiscal regulations; ability to analyze and correct financial problems and bookkeeping errors; to establish effective working relationships With the public or departmental program personnel; and ability to prepare interpretive or analytical accounting or financial statements and reports. Considerable knowledge of accounting principles and practices; and considerable knowledge of governmental accounting methods, procedures, and financial practices.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The selected applicant will be subject to the following conditions prior to appointment. Failure to complete or fulfill these conditions may result in dismissal. The employee in this position will be operating motor vehicles for Cumberland County and shall have a valid North Carolina Drivers License. Each applicant who is tendered an offer for employment for any position with Cumberland County shall be tested for the use of drugs specified in the County policy. Refusal to submit to testing or a confirmed positive test shall be a basis for withdrawal of the conditional employment offer. Law enforcement background check is required. Duties of this position require the use of the employees personal vehicle. This position will require assisting in emergency and/or disaster situations. The Cumberland County Department of Social Services has a dress code policy that must be adhered to. This policy includes specific guidelines related to tattoos and body piercing. College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Department of Social Services, P.O. Box 2429, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Prior to employment start date, an official transcript must be presented in its original unopened envelope.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE IF WORK HISTORY IS NOT UP TO DATE. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION CONTAINS ALL RELEVANT INFORMATION . A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING YOUR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. If there are specific questions regarding this posting, you may contact DSS Human Resources @ (910) 677-2604. MISSION The Cumberland County Department of Social Services stands united to strengthen individuals and families and to protect children and vulnerable adults. We collaborate with our community partners to provide programs and services which engage our customers in improving their quality of life. VISION We envision our Department… as a catalyst for improving quality of life through teamwork, partnership, forward thinking, and cutting edge service delivery. We envision our customers…as partners, motivated and empowered to improve their quality of life.

OUR CORE STANDARDS & VALUES A

quality customer experience, business operations and employee experience represents our three Core Standards that guide our principles and values. We have identified eight core values and validating behaviors that define our

Departments:

Service, Teamwork, Accountability, Diversity, Innovation, Optimism, Integrity and Flexibility.

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