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MidAmerica St. Louis Airport (BLV)

Staff Accountant

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What they do

An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).

$79,746 / year median in Illinois

-16% projected decline

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Job Description

Description Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, this position performs general accounting and payroll functions; financial and account analyses; financial reporting. Examples of Duties The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. Audits and reviews accounts payable invoices (including construction) for accuracy, and processes for payment, prepares check register, EFT payments and checks for County's approval. Assists Director of Finance in preparing the comprehensive annual financial report. Prepares daily and monthly journal entries and adjusting entries at year end. Performs analytical procedures and financial analyses, and reports results to Director of Finance. Prepares weekly and monthly accounts payable and payroll reports. Operates and maintains the complete billing cycle: invoicing, accounts receivable, cash receipts, collections and/or account maintenance. Prepares and maintains all billing related reports: A/R aging, security deposit, and other related tenant/concessionaire reports. Maintains cash receipts and disbursement journals. Prepares monthly and annual sales tax returns, and monthly fuel excise tax returns. Maintains capital asset subsidiary ledger and reconciles to general ledger. Assists Director with annual budget documents. Maintains parking lot budget to actual documents; maintains revenue and expense worksheets; and records monthly revenue. Performs account reconciliations and analyses, prepares journal entries, and reviews account classifications in accordance with generally-accepted accounting principles. Tracks, monitors, and updates Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) compliance and policies associated with Airport Improvement Program (AIP) contracts and Airport Concession DBE's (ACDBE's). Completes and files all reports required under the DBE and ACDBE programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Knowledge and understanding of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Ability to use professional judgment in applying accounting techniques and principles. Excellent computer skills in Excel, Word and Outlook, and the ability to understand and use accounting software. Excellent analytical skills with ability to make accurate mathematical calculations including monthly benchmarks. Ability to prepare financial reports, and financial statements, financial schedules and notes in a comprehensive annual financial report. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with supervisors, auditors, and other employees. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to work diplomatically with the public. Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental accounting and the laws and regulations relating to the financial administration of public agencies preferred.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in accounting with three years of work experience in an accounting environment, with experience in general ledger production, month end closing processes, financial reporting preparation. Public experience preferred. CPA preferred. This position requires basic computer operations experience, including strong working knowledge of accounting software, email, SharePoint, word processing and spreadsheet applications (Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and other Microsoft products desirable). Supplemental Information
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen. Ability to pass a background investigation to obtain unescorted Airport Identification/Access privileges.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. St. Clair County requires non-residents, if appointed to an airport position, to establish residency within the limits of St Clair County, IL within six months.
Pay:
$65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health Insurance