Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Performs advanced professional accounting work in the Finance Department, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the City's financial systems and reporting. This position is responsible for maintaining the City's fixed assets and long-term debt records, managing grant revenues, preparing various financial analyses and reports, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements. The Senior Accountant plays a key role in safeguarding the City's assets and supporting the accuracy and integrity of financial data.

Fixed Asset Management

• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records per standards/policy.
• Guide staff on asset classification.
• Capitalize assets, record depreciation, and prepare roll forwards.
• Update procedures to safeguard City assets.

Grant Revenue Management

• Track, reconcile, accrue, and report grant revenues per agreements and all requirements.
• Prepare SEFA and support Single Audit documentation.
• Ensure timely, accurate grant reporting.

Long-Term Debt Management

• Maintain long-term debt records.
• Prepare/support debt schedules, reconciliations, and disclosures.
• Monitor covenant compliance and reporting.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Set up/manage GL accounts, budget adjustments, and journal entries.
• Complete month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare analyses/reconciliations for decisions and audits.
• Support in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

General Responsibilities

• Support department goals and process improvements.
• Help develop financial policies/procedures.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related field required.
• A minimum of 4 years of accounting experience may be substituted for the minimum educational qualifications.

Experience

• A minimum of four (4) years of related experience in general or municipal accounting.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience managing fixed asset portfolio containing at least 1,000 fixed assets, is preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience preparing journal entries is preferred.
• Experience using financial software systems and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Licenses and Certifications

• Candidates holding related professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) are preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification required within one (1) year of hire.

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of financial and governmental accounting, including fixed assets, grants, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Proficient with financial systems and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Self-directed, able to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High commitment to accuracy, transparency, and ethical stewardship.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and data summary skills.
• Ability to prepare, interpret, and explain complex financial reports.
• Demonstrated leadership/supervisory ability and strong relationship-building skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see/read, communicate, hear, and use office tools/equipment.
• Primarily indoor office work; extended sitting and computer use required.

Position is open until filled. The City of Pompano Beach welcomes everyone who would like to become a member of our team and who wants to "Do Good". The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, or other circumstances and characteristics protected by state or federal law. The City promotes diversity of culture, background, thought, and ideas. The City strives to make inclusion a part of everything we do and strives for a work environment that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.

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Join the City of Pompano Beach and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Compensation & Pay - Biweekly Pay: Employees receive salaries every two weeks. - Salary Range: Competitive salary structure with potential for higher starting salaries. - Merit Increases: Annual performance-based raises up to 4%. Health Insurance - Employee Coverage: 100% City-paid health insurance for full-time employees. - Dependent Coverage: 50% City contribution toward dependent premiums. Paid Leave - Vacation: 9 days per year, increasing with tenure. - Sick Leave: 12 days annually. - Holidays: 14 paid holidays. - Personal Days: 2 personal days after six months. Retirement Benefits - Pension Plan: Mandatory participation with a 10% employee contribution, matched by the City. - Defined Benefit: Pension based on the last three years' salary, multiplied by 3% per year of service. - Vesting & Refunds: Contributions refundable with interest if leaving before seven years. - Firefighters' Plan: Special pension plan with an 11.6% contribution employee contribution, matched by the City. Additional Benefits - Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) when applicable. - Tuition Reimbursement for career growth. - Tax-Deferred Savings Plan for retirement planning. - Credit Union Services for financial management. - Direct Deposit for easy payroll access. -Four-day work week (depending on position) -Voluntary Employee's Beneficiary Association (VEBA) - Paid by the City - Sick Leave Bank for extended illness support. Parent-time employees are not eligible for benefits, and benefits may vary depending on bargaining units.