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The City of Hyattsville

Accountant I

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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).

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-9% projected decline

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Job Description

To be formally considered for the position, all applicants MUST apply through https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hyattsville . SUMMARY Performs the daily activities of the accounting function at the City's finance department on a 40-hour per week maximum and as Accountant I, by performing the following duties:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Maintains fixed asset detail reports; performs account analysis. Assists in performing debt reconciliations. Reconciles A/R and A/P control accounts to detail aging. Reconciles cash receipts and disbursements. Performs monthly closing of sub ledgers. Assists in Payroll processing. Inputs journal entries. Assists A/R and A/P clerks with coding of receipts and disbursements into the general ledger. Performs account analysis on other general ledger accounts. Assists with yearly audits Assists the Director of Finance in preparation of financial statements. Performs any other functions delegated by Deputy Finance Manager
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of financial/cost accounting and government auditing Excellent math skills and attention to details Effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills required Ability to interact with all levels of staff including management and city residents Detail-oriented Ability to function independently with minimal supervision Knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing software and be willing to learn and use accounting and financial reporting software.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE B.S.
in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university 4-year experience in a position with accounting responsibilities preferred. Or similar combination of education and experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Specific physical demands for this job include close vision for reviewing accounting information on a PC monitor and hard copy output. In addition, regular hand use is required for typing and coding general ledger information.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are required to complete and submit a City of Hyattsville employment application which is available online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hyattsville . Questions regarding the application process or the duties/qualifications should be directed employment@hyattsville.org.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$60,837.00 - $70,915.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement
Work Location:
In person