Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Town of Glastonbury - 4.7 Glastonbury, CT Job Details Part-time $32.75 - $40.94 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications Safe work practices Associate's degree in accounting Accounting systems Financial close processing Microsoft Excel Financial data reconciliation Microsoft Outlook Financial software Financial management report preparation Mid-level Technical support 3 years Administrative experience Analysis skills Lease or rental agreement management Task prioritization Organizational skills Accounting and finance experience Annual budget preparation Data collection Bachelor's degree in accounting Financial audit support Associate's degree Month-end close Accounting Communication skills Technical Proficiency Full Job Description

THIS PART-TIME ROLE WITH THE ACCOUNTING DIVISION OF THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT IS APPROXIMATELY 20 HOURS PER WEEK WITH A FLEXIBLE MONDAY-FRIDAY SCHEDULE. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under broad supervision of the Controller, prepares and examines financial records, data and reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Compiles financial information and prepares schedules and reports, including but not limited to financial statements, business activity reports, and reports required by regulatory agencies (including State of CT unclaimed property). Prepares data and creates reports to inform the work of others, such as contributing to the annual audits (e.g., town-wide audit) and aiding with the annual budgetary process. Reconciles account balances, including retiree health insurance bills, Town Payroll bank account, and Town Accounts Payable bank account. Uses activity management software to record departmental activity and reconcile associated bank accounts. Tracks farmland leases and payments. Prepares annual GASB 87 Leases and GASB 96 Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangements reporting. Coordinates collection of related data with various Town departments. Participates in the preparation of other sections of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as needed. Contributes to a respectful and safe work environment by fostering a culture of positive communication, ethical behavior and emphasis on providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.

OTHER DUTIES

Provides back-up to Account Clerk, Payroll Coordinator and Controller in preparation of month-end closing activities. Provides administrative and technical support to accounting and finance personnel. Completes special projects as assigned. Performs other duties as required.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Maintains confidentiality of records and information as appropriate

CONDUCT:

Observes safe work practices Represents the Town in a professional and courteous manner; observes and respects the dignity of all persons

DEPENDABILITY

Regularly attends and is punctual for work

NOTE:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, audit background preferred Experience with administration of financial accounting software, preferably Munis Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook. Ability to work with recurring deadlines Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information Ability to work independently Detailed orientated, professional attitude and reliable Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills, including the ability to communicate with various levels of the organization Problem-solving, and analytical skills Organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Typically, the employee may sit or stand comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, stooping, carrying of light items such as papers, books, or files Ability to perform manipulative skills which require hand-eye coordination such as keyboarding skills Ability to see objects closely as in reading and typing a document Ability to pay attention to detail and concentrate for sixty (60) minutes or more with frequent interruptions, remember multiple assignments given over long periods of time, and understand the theories behind several related concepts

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree in Accounting or related field and five (5) years of directly-related experience, Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field and three (3) years of directly-related experience, or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed sufficient to perform the functions of the position.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION

None