ACCOUNTANT II

ACCOUNTANT II CITY OF DEARBORN - 3.6

Dearborn, MI Job Details Full-time From $65,244 a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Financial close processing Preparation of internal financial performance reports Financial data reconciliation Account analysis Balance sheet Managing budgets in an accounting role Investment planning Mid-level Managing budgets in a finance role Long-term financial planning Closing the books Bachelor's degree in accounting Financial audit support Associate's degree Accounting error correction 2 years Accounting Organizational budget management Full Job Description

ACCOUNTANT II SALARY

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Minimum:

$65,244 per year •Position will typically hire at minimum pay and follow a step progression to maximum•

CLASS SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing advanced accounting support to assigned departments. Responsibilities may include preparing budgets; preparing complex financial reports; and reconciling accounts.

TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES

: (See online job posting for complete specs) Prepares budgets, including: performing analyses and projections to assemble the three-year budget; reviewing and assembling budget requests; and performing related tasks. Prepares the Comprehensive Annual and other financial reports, including: producing balance sheets, cash-flow statements, and other documents for inclusion in reports; preparing capital assets and related notes as required; adjusting journal entries; reviewing report information for accuracy; and performing related tasks. Reconciles accounts to the general ledger; identifies, analyzes, and resolves issues related to accounts. May recommend investment of city funds in accordance with investment policies. Performs related accounting tasks, including: performing month end closures; participating in audits; assisting departments in performing standard accounting functions; and reviewing department purchases to ensure proper maintenance of budgets. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings. This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

: Bachelor's degree in accounting and 2 years of related experience; or, Associate's degree and 3 years of related experience; or, all required certification(s) and 3 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

NOTE:

College transcripts MUST accompany online application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

PARTS AND WEIGHTS OF EXAMINATION

Written 60% Oral 40%

POST-EMPLOYMENT OFFER REQUIREMENTS

Satisfactory completion of criminal history, background check and a drug screen that tests for illegal drugs as defined by the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act but not those legalized under Michigan law.