Accounting Specialist

Career Opportunities Use the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me button. For best results when applying online, use Internet Explorer 9 (or newer) or Google Chrome browsers. The Accounting Specialist performs entry to intermediate-level bookkeeping and financial support work in accordance with City policies and established internal controls. The primary focus of this position is financial processing, reconciliation, accounts payable support, vendor setup, and reporting assistance within the Finance Department. In addition, this position may provide cross-department customer service support on an as‑needed basis during staffing shortages, peak operational periods, or special circumstances. Finance responsibilities remain the core function of the role. Organizational Relationships Reports to : Accounting Director Directs : Does not supervise any employees. Works primarily within the Finance Department and may collaborate with Utilities, Municipal Court, Parks, and other City departments as operational needs require. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Primary Finance & Operational Responsibilities (Core Function) Assist with bank, credit card, and other financial reconciliations in accordance with internal control standards. Process accounts payable processing, vendor setup, and payment issuance. Support travel and training approvals and related payment processing in compliance with City policy. Administer, monitor, and provide support to assigned financial and operational programs, ensuring compliance with established procedures. Maintain and oversee financial system records, documentation tracking, and reporting requirements. Assist with purchasing activities and ensure adherence to procurement policies. Support revenue tracking and related reporting functions. Coordinate documentation and reporting for state, federal, or regulatory requirements. Assist with asset management processes including surplus and disposition activities. Maintain organized records within designated records management and content systems. Provide support for audit preparation and documentation requests. Enter, validate, and retrieve data within the City’s ERP and related financial systems. Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal control standards. Secondary Responsibilities – Cross-Department Customer Support (As Needed) These duties are performed only as operational needs require and do not replace the primary finance responsibilities of the position. Provide front‑line customer assistance for utility, municipal court, or parks‑related transactions when coverage is needed. Accept and process payments in accordance with City cash handling procedures. Balance and reconcile assigned cash drawer when performing customer‑facing duties. Assist customers with general inquiries and route requests to appropriate departments. Provide counter or phone coverage during staffing shortages or high‑volume periods. Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling customer and financial information. Cross‑train in utility billing, court payment processing, and related software systems as assigned. To apply, please follow all instructions and complete the online application located to the right of this screen. If you need assistance, you may email View email address on click.appcast.io. Qualifications Education: High school graduate or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting preferred. Related work experience may substitute education preference. Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a customer service or accounting function providing service to customers and in cash collection activities, and experience involving general bookkeeping, auditing accounts, or reconciling fiscal reports. Certificates and Licenses Required: Valid Texas driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the City. Special Requirements Knowledge: Knowledge of accounts receivable and accounts payable procedures; bookkeeping principles and practices; governmental accounting standards and internal control frameworks; ERP financial systems; data integrity practices and financial system workflows; and data security protocols and confidentiality requirements related to financial records. Skills: Skill in recording, validating, and reconciling financial data within ERP and financial management systems; skill in proofreading materials to ensure accuracy, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and relevant financial software; skill in generating financial reports using ERP reporting modules or other tools; skill in processing electronic payments, skill in researching financial discrepancies and responding to internal and customer inquiries; skill to communicate orally and in writing. Abilities: Ability to organize and analyze financial data; ability to follow and present oral and written directions; ability to operate personal computer and financial software; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to communicate effectively with the public; ability to obtain and retain eligibility for bonding; ability to manage and retrieve records within electronic document management filing system; comprehend and apply city policies and procedures, ability to adapt to evolving financial systems, software upgrades, and changes in regulatory requirements, ability to follow data security best practices, ability to work effectively using digital collaboration tools (e.g. Microsoft Teams, SharePoint); read and understand verbal and written job instructions and warning signs, labels, and devices; operate personal computer and other office machines; prepare and organize forms, charts, statements, letters and various other documents as required; search files, assemble information, file and retrieve files; sit and stand for extended periods of time while doing word processing and filing. Physical and Environmental Conditions Work is performed in a standard office environment. Individual must have the ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Individual should have ability to bend, stoop, climb, and lift up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Employment Details Salary Minimum salary is $54,000 per year and is dependent upon qualifications and experience. The City provides a generous benefits package which includes comprehensive medical coverage, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement (mandatory TMRS 7% with 2 to 1 employer match and a voluntary 457b plan), paid vacation, paid sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Posted May 18, 2026 10:00 AM. Closing: Open Until Filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr