Senior Accountant

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under limited supervision, performs a variety of highly complex professional accounting and financial reporting duties to ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, adherence to financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. May supervise day to day accounting activities, including, but not limited to payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant and project accounting, cash management, debt, and fixed assets. Assist in the timely preparation of the financial audit schedules and the comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR).

Note:

This position will remain open until filled with a first review date of April 17th.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Performs complex accounting activities and general ledger accounting for the following fund types: general fund, special revenue, debt service, capital project, enterprise, internal service, fiduciary, community facility districts, and general accounting groups, using the appropriate method of accounting Completes the monthly accounting close process for all funds, to include ensuring all monthly balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger detail reviews and reclassifications are completed Reviews, reconciles, and analyzes transactions; compiles and analyzes financial data; tracks capital improvement project expenditures and fixed assets Calculates and processes monthly allocations, including but not limited to, interfund transfers, due to / due from entries, depreciation, vehicle and equipment replacement fund recoveries, etc. Maintains debt schedules and processes payments according to amortization schedules; monitors compliance with debt agreements; ensure payments are factored into cash forecasts Creates and distributes fund, project, cost, and management financial reports for internal and external use Assists in the identification and implementation of applicable GASB statements and other authoritative standards; ensures current accounting treatment of transactions is appropriate; researches and determines appropriate accounting treatment for irregular transactions Assists in analysis and development of policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient internal controls over the recording and reporting of financial information Assists in the preparation of audit schedules, financial statements, notes disclosures, budget and statistical schedules related to the comprehensive annual financial report Assists in the oversight of financial accounting software, databases, and other enterprise resource planning tools; ensures that systems are fully leveraged; manages user roles and security; coordinates testing of upgrades and patches prior to deployment Develops and delivers training regarding financial concepts, policies, procedures, and financial systems, as required Reviews payroll transactions and submits all payments associated with payroll and employee benefits. May supervise accounts payable or all billing and collections activities. Serves as liaison between Finance and other City Departments. Administers City procurement card program including daily uploads of all card transactions. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Professional, technical, and administrative staff.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in finance, accounting or the core functions of this position, and five-year's experience in governmental finance and accounting, including two years of lead or supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) is highly desirable.

Knowledge of:

Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards, recommended practices and policies, rules and regulatory reporting requirements. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Principles related to Public Sector financial management. City organization, operations, policies and procedures. Principles and practices of municipal finance and records management.

Skill in:

Computerized financial systems, Microsoft Office products to include excel spreadsheet software applications. Reading, interpreting, understanding and applying accounting standards and procedures, applicable Federal rules and regulations, and City policies and procedures. Supervising and coordinating staff, and delegating tasks and authority. Correcting and updating financial records and database systems. Analyzing and interpreting financial documents and calculations, and preparing complex financial reconciliations. Providing superior customer service for both internal and external customers. Performing complex and confidential assignments and drawing logical conclusions. Communicating both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization using clearly organized thoughts, proper sentence construction, punctuation and grammar. Handling multiple projects simultaneously and using good judgment in prioritizing work assignments. Working independently and as part of a team. Physical Demands /

Work Environment:

Standard office environment. The City does not hire at the top of the range. Candidate may start above the beginning of the range depending on qualifications. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.