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City of Bryan

General Accountant

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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).

$74,170 / year median in Texas

-2% projected decline

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Job Description

The City of Bryan is currently accepting applications for General Accountant. This position performs a broad range of professional accounting duties such as account reconciliation, preparation, and analysis of accounting reports and schedules, preparation of journal entries, preparation and analysis of financial reports, budget analysis, and other projects as assigned.
Starting Pay Rate:
$55,000-$68,000/year (depending on qualifications)
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm
Responsibilities:
Compiles and prepares various reports as required, including monthly financial reports and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report with minimal supervision. Ensures the accuracy of financial reports produced by the Fiscal Services Department. Performs accounting functions in accordance with GAAP and GASB guidelines as applicable and in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Performs reconciliation of bank accounts and allocations of various expenditures and administrative charges. Performs capital asset accounting and reporting functions. Prepares accounting entries to record various revenues, expenditures, accounts receivable, and payable; prepares associated reconciliation. Prepares schedules for the annual financial audit. Analyzes and prepares unclaimed property submissions to the State. Analyzes accounts and prepares journal entries for discrepancies. Ensures compliance with City policies, State and Federal regulations, reporting requirements, etc. Performs related duties as required. Responds regularly and promptly to work. 1099
Reporting Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with significant coursework in accounting, finance, or a similar field of study plus at least 2 years of directly related experience; OR an Associate's degree with significant coursework as previously listed plus at least 4 years of directly related experience. Prior experience in municipal accounting preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, experience, certification, and training may be considered.
Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements:
Texas Class C driver's license with a good driving record as measured by the City's evaluation system. CPA Certification is preferred.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching 457(b) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person