Accountant Senior

The minimum salary is $68,303.04 annually. This position is not eligible for overtime (exempt); however, the city has a compensatory time leave program for employees that grants leave time for hours worked in excess of 40 hours. Pay Grade 524 FILING DEADLINE DATE The deadline to apply is Monday, April 6, 2026. GENERAL DESCRIPTION The purpose of this classification is to accurately record and reconcile financial transactions and conduct financial reporting. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in a field related to the job Four years of related experience Additional years of related education may substitute for years of related experience Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Creates, records and reconciles financial transactions, accounts, fees, payroll, schedules, and capital projects Researches, analyzes, reviews, collects, and reports financial data Participates in system testing, implementations and upgrades as required due to technological or internal changes Performs fiscal year-end functions Implements and maintains accounting procedures and standards for specialized accounting areas Trains, supervises, and develops one or more accountants Perform related work as assigned SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS All positions require drug testing and a background check before employment, and may require a post-job offer physical. HOW TO APPLY Submit the LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by the filing deadline date. Resumes cannot be substituted for the application, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application. Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" must be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted. Even if other information is pre-filled, the questionnaire does not transfer. Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below: Health and wellness benefits Paid and unpaid time off benefits Direct deposit is required of all employees. CLOSING STATEMENT The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in the hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment. CONTACT INFORMATION For further information, call, email or visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr