Accountant I - Accountant II

Job Description

Job Description

Job Closes: August 26th, 2026

GENERAL SUMMARY

Performs professional accounting work in support of the River Authority's financial operations. Assists with financial reporting, reconciliations, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll accounting, and month-end and year-end closing activities. Maintains financial records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, and established internal controls. Supports governmental accounting activities related to fund accounting and capital assets while developing technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills.

Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Accountant I

• Assists in preparing financial statements, reports, schedules, and disclosures for internal and external reporting purposes
• Performs assigned accounts receivable and billing functions, including invoice preparation and payment tracking.
• Prepares routine journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and review-ready workpapers.
• Performs assigned account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and identifies discrepancies for review.
• Assists with month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
• Supports fixed asset tracking, inventory processes, and documentation of asset activity.
• Assists with payroll-related entries, including uploading and posting retirement transactions.
• Assists with accounts payable activities, including vendor payment processing as assigned.
• Supports audit activities by gathering and organizing requested documentation.
• Maintains financial records in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provides administrative and data entry support for accounting transactions as needed.
• Performs related work as required.

Accountant II

• Prepares financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules with minimal supervision.
• Independently manages assigned accounting processes including accounts receivable, billing, collections, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and project accounting
• Prepares and reviews journal entries to ensure compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
• Performs monthly account reconciliations, investigates variances, and resolves discrepancies.
• Actively participates in month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Serves as payroll liaison and ensures accurate payroll accounting, reconciliations, and benefit-related postings.
• Maintains and monitors fixed asset records, including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.
• Assists with audit preparation by compiling schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring completeness of documentation.
• Reviews routine accounting transactions prepared by support staff for accuracy and completeness.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and implements enhancements to assigned accounting functions.
• Ensures compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

• This position does not directly supervise any employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Qualified candidates that possess an Undergraduate Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline, and 1 year of progressively responsible experience in public sector accounting, budgeting, and reporting, or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, may qualify for the Accountant I position.
• Qualified candidates that possess an Undergraduate Degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or relevant discipline, and at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, or economics; or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, may qualify for the Accountant II position.

*If selected, level will be determined by Manager based on internal assessment of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• None

☒ Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledge of:

• GAAP and governmental accounting principles
• GASB standards and financial reporting
• Financial accounting systems and ERP software
• Accounts receivable and billing processes
• Internal controls
• Audit procedures
• Microsoft Office applications

Skills and Abilities:

• Communicating orally and in writing
• Interpreting financial statements and reports
• Typing 40-50 words per minute
• Using a ten-key calculator by touch
• Report preparation
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture that reflects our Values In Action of Accountability, Excellence, Open and Direct Communication, Teamwork and Collaboration.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work Environment and Physical Effort: (check the appropriate box:)

Physical Effort Requirements

Work Environment

Sedentary

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Heavy

Good: Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

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Satisfactory: Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.

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Disagreeable: Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

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Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Medium: Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Heavy: E xerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS continued

Work Locations: (select one frequency choice for each location listed:)

Work Environment Locations

Work Locations: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be in the following types of environments:

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Office or similar indoor environment

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Construction site

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Vehicle

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Warehouse environment

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Exposures: (select one frequency choice for each exposure listed:)

Exposures

Exposures: Indicate how often the work requires the employee to be exposed to the following environmental exposures.

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Communicable diseases

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Poison ivy, wasps, snakes, and other natural hazards

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Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

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San Antonio River Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity.