Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Type: Contract Duration: 6-12 Months

Distinguishing Features of Work:

• This is professional supervisory work directing, analyzing, and interpreting central accounting and/or auditing activities. Work includes planning and supervision of one or more components of the City's accounting and account keeping functions, financial reporting, and auditing. This position will develop and implement processes or plans to carry out special assignments and projects designed to achieve the objectives set forth by the Administration Managers or Controller. Position is expected to demonstrate increasing widespread knowledge of City departments and financial structure. Work is directed and reviewed through the establishment of goals and subsequent evaluation of progress toward goal attainment.
• Examples of Work Performed:
• Audits and investigates to validate the integrity of accounting records and systems maintained by staff and reports results and recommendations.
• Reconciles records with controls maintained in the Department of Finance.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with operational policies, procedures and accounting guidelines.
• Analyzes reports and records to determine trends or irregularities and initiates reporting of information to appropriate officials, with a proposed correction plan (if appropriate) for review.
• Supervises and/or participates in the preparation of the revenue and expenditure estimates for the annual budget.
• Facilitates internal and external audits performed in area of responsibility.
• Instructs, assists and advises others (within the Finance department and other departments of the City) in technical accounting, financial reporting, and bookkeeping problem resolution.
• Ensures compliance with accounting principles and procedures as set forth by the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ensures compliance with applicable funding agency reporting requirements.
• Prepares and/or reviews complex financial reporting documents, including reports provided to outside departments.
• Designs, prepares and reviews financial summaries for assigned funds/areas for the quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Completion of work assignments may require the operation of a vehicle.
• These are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge of accounting and/or auditing principles and practices, and ability to apply and adapt standard methods to varied and complex accounting and/or auditing activities.
• Thorough knowledge of, and ability to use computer keyboard and video display monitor in spreadsheet development, using complex mathematical and statistical operations.
• Considerable knowledge of macro systems in electronic spreadsheet development.
• Knowledge of the theory and procedures of governmental and utility accounting.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to develop and implement accounting and auditing systems and procedures.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other employees, representatives of outside agencies, City officials, and the public.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Required Experience and Training:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting (specific accounting courses are required if it is a business administration degree with an emphasis in accounting) and/or an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license with a bachelor's degree from a four-year college with a major in accounting, or business administration.
• At least four years of experience in accounting or auditing work, which includes at least three years of financial systems experience.
• Supervisory experience, over staff or projects, is preferred.
• Governmental accounting courses and/or experience is highly preferred.

\nCompany Description

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000+ professionals, including 600+ Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico.

Headquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

As one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

With a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients.

TSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies.

At TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Description

22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000+ professionals, including 600+ Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico.\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives.\r\n\r\nAs one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.\r\n\r\nWith a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients.\r\n\r\nTSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies.\r\n\r\nAt TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed.\r\n\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer\r\n\r\n22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.