Accountant

Interested in being part of an All-America City? The City of Fayetteville was awarded the All-America City distinction for the 4th time in 2023. We are the sixth largest City in North Carolina and leverage collaboration and inclusiveness to make decisions and solve problems. Beyond this distinction, to see what Fayetteville has to offer visit DistiNCtly Fayetteville (distinctlyfayettevillenc.com). The City of Fayetteville is seeking an Accountant to perform accounting tasks with special emphasis on general ledger accounting and manage accounts receivable, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and other accounting related functions. Work involves assisting the Chief Financial Officer and/or Accounting Manager in establishing general accounting practices in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and municipal accounting best practices. This person performs professional and managerial level work with independent judgment in complex accounting and financial operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Reconciliation of all bank accounts, ad-valorem tax distributions, accounts receivable and subsidiary receivable accounts, and daily cash deposits from Point of Sales system to the general ledger performed monthly. Process and maintain all areas of accounts receivable including set up new customers and maintain files, verify invoices for accuracy, record payments on customer accounts, monthly statement processing, distribute late notices, prepare delinquent accounts for legal action; cooperate with Collections Division Supervisor and outside collection agency in the resolution of delinquent accounts. Provide customer service by assisting with inquiries concerning payments and billing; researching transactions and payments; and maintain historical information requests and responses. Supervise and oversee the processing of various assessment rolls for activities including paving, drainage, sidewalks, demolition, lot cleaning and citations; organize and maintain all historical information. Monitor and oversee garnishments and tax liens for assessments. Process and maintain all areas of fixed assets including asset set-up, cost allocation, monthly reconciliation, and report preparation for the City’s annual financial report. Conduct independent research and analysis to resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities and ensure that financial transactions are entered, balanced, reconciled, and reported in compliance with GAAP. Compile and analyze financial information to prepare reports and financial statements and prepare schedules and spreadsheets for the annual external audit. Select, train, motivate and evaluate department personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures. Manage non-routine special accounting projects as designated by the Chief Financial Officer or Accounting Manager. Research and continual learning of new trends and innovations in the fields of accounts receivable, accounting, fixed assets and bank reconciliation. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Four years increasingly responsible experience in public administration, business administration, financial administration, or a related field and two years of administrative and supervisory experience. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business or public administration or a related field LICENSING & CERTIFICATIONS: Required: None Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Local Government Finance Officer certification. BENEFITS INCLUDE: Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays Retirement To apply or for more information, please visit the City's career page at: The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr