Senior Accountant

Job Title

Responsible for ensuring that financial reporting and project cost accounting is recorded accurately and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for the decision-making use of management and outside entities. Support audit coordination and the preparation of the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). The anticipated start date for this position is August 1, 2026.

Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. DUTIES

• Administer and coordinate activities of the City's grant fund operations, which includes developing, monitoring, enhancing, and maintaining all accounting functions related to grant and Project Accounting Systems.
• Perform professional accounting tasks such as maintaining and preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounting records
• Prepare periodic financial statements and reports
• Analyze and upgrade managerial accounting systems as necessary to ensure costs are monitored; coordinate Fund Accounting with division managers; provide necessary reports for managers to make informed financial decisions
• Monitor and record bond project reporting
• Research, analyze, and make recommendations to management regarding various issues such as conformance with city ordinances and policies, cost of production versus revenues recovered, productivity of work crews, etc.
• Review operations and budget funds to assure compliance with internal policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles
• Perform special projects as assigned, which require a high level of understanding of accounting theory and concepts
• Administer, coordinate, and review cost allocation studies prepared by outside agencies
• Contribute to and/or lead the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Guide and support junior accountants.
• Stay current in Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) pronouncements and changes in the accounting profession.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or related field with an emphasis in Accounting; and,
• Four (4) years' experience in accounting, finance, or related field;

OR

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or related field with an emphasis in Accounting; and,
• Two (2) years' experience in accounting, finance, or related field;

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Knowledge of appropriate Federal, State, and Local Government laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of fund accounting, Federal and State funding, rate setting, cost-of-service evaluation, creation of long-term financial forecasts and planning.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.
• Skill at the intermediate level, working with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products, and other software systems to complete work.
• Skill in analyzing and researching, to interpret and understand policies, laws, and regulations, and to provide workable recommendations and solutions to problems that maintain compliance.
• Skill in complex problem solving; identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to navigate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and automation tools (e.g., Power BI, AI-driven accounting software).
• Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Ability to analyze, understand and communicate complex financial reports.
• Ability to work independently and/or with team environment, handling multiple tasks, changing priorities, and contributing to day-to-day operations with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain strong interpersonal relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to handle records and complex situations of a confidential nature.
• Ability to prepare budget documentation and to monitor expenditures to implement fiscal control and maintain budget compliance.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must pass a drug test, criminal history background check, employment history verification, and social security number verification.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

SAFETY

• Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, as appropriate and/or notify leadership immediately of needed repairs.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to leadership.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): No
• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Works in an office setting; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must attend regularly scheduled and special meetings.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

CORE VALUES

• Inclusion
• Collaboration
• Quality Service
• Strategic Focus
• Fiscal Responsibility

TOP TIER BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
• Employee Health Clinic
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan

EEO STATEMENT The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the City of Denton to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. ADA/EOE/ADEA This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

E-Verify: The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.