Accountant

Accountant The City of Naperville seeks an Accountant who will perform professional government accounting work related to all City funds and accounts. The position is responsible for a variety of accounting tasks connected to the daily, monthly, and yearly activity in the general ledger, including various general ledger account and bank account reconciliations, preparation of financial reports, and maintenance of accounting records. The Accountant will advise other Finance Department staff on a technical basis for accounting accuracy and interact with other City departments regarding various accounting issues. Individuals may be assigned specific responsibilities within the scope of the position, including grant management. The hiring range for this position is $79,942.14 - $87,936.35 per year, commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is E240. Responsibilities Utilize enterprise accounting software and other computer programs to maintain a complete set of accounts, including general ledger, subsidiary ledgers, budgetary and control accounts. Review bank accounts daily for all banking activity and ensure that all activity is posted appropriately. Reconcile bank accounts, investment statements, and general ledger accounts monthly. Compare and reconcile various accounting‑related software applications to ensure consistent and appropriate recording of financial transactions. Prepare and process general journal entries. Record and maintain fixed asset records. Assist with the month‑end and year‑end closing processes. Assist in preparing all necessary work papers for the annual financial audit, coordinate audit activities with the City's independent auditor, and prepare year‑end adjusting journal entries as needed. Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Perform various special projects assigned by management. Make recommendations to management on improving systems, processes, procedures, and policies for the Department and the City. Maintain knowledge of grant funding policies, procedures, and regulations; ensure that the City complies with grant agency requirements, budgeting, and administrative policies and procedures. Develop and maintain a system for recording and tracking grant awards and related information; create and distribute standard and special reports, studies, summaries, and analyses as required. Maintain all grant financial records and prepare grant information for external audits as requested. Assist in planning and preparation of grant proposals and serve as the City liaison with grant agencies. Perform all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of three years of relevant experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted. Valid State of Illinois Driver's License. Preferred: Certified Public Accounting (CPA) license, government accounting experience, and previous experience or ability to gain proficiency in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr