Senior Accountant

Purpose Under direction, performs professional accounting work related to the maintenance of District finance and accounting records; prepares financial report statements and special financial analyses; and performs other related work as required. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the full journey level classification within the professional Accountant series. Incumbents perform a variety of tasks and functions with minimal instruction or orientation on the technical specifics of the program or work unit for which the accounting is being performed. Incumbents report to a higher level accountant and may lead or direct a clerical or technical staff engaged primarily in accounting work. Typical Duties Assists in and prepares public and non-public annual and periodic financial statements and reports including assembling, adjusting and classifying financial data and ensuring appropriate format as required by statute, contracts, accounting standards and internal needs. Researches, establishes, reviews and utilizes allocation rates for staff time costs, indirect and overhead costs; conducts or participates in analysis of new and existing accounting systems and procedures to increase efficiency, maximizes the district's financial position, consults with and coordinates these activities with the District Accountant and other staff. Obtains, reads, interprets and understands master grant agreements and grant contracts; monitors and prepares accounting and financial documents related to specialized grant funding. Performs professional accounting work in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting and Auditing Principles, procedures and controls. Performs on‑going review of budgeted revenues and expenditures and reviews requests for changes in budget allocations throughout the fiscal year to determine or project fiscal impact and status. Maintains and reviews tables, indexes and codes to facilitate accurate reporting systems; assists in the preparation of various fiscal and management reports; reviews and verifies documents to ensure accuracy and legal compliance. Minimum Qualifications Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business, finance or a closely related field and two years of experience working as an Accountant or Auditor preferably in a public agency; or any combination of training and/or experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities. Knowledge of various professional accounting standards such as GAAP and GAGAS, standards set by the GASB, financial statement preparation, cost allocation methods, accounting systems and spreadsheet software, project planning and scheduling, governmental budget preparation. Ability to prepare and analyze financial data; analyze and make effective recommendation regarding financial and accounting procedures and work flow; acquire subject‑matter expertise in the area of work assignment; provide lead direction on accounting projects and activities; make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Working Conditions & Physical Demands This is primarily a desk job. The job requires occasional travel by car. Physical demands include occasional lifting up to 10 lbs., walking, some bending, stooping, and squatting; reaching equipment surrounding desk; performing simple grasping and fine manipulation. See and hear with sufficient acuity to successfully perform all aspects of the job; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Environment is generally clean with limited exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, odors, or noise. Computer terminal is used on a daily basis. Travel throughout the District may be required. Other Requirements Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license may be required for some positions in this class. Supervisory Responsibility None #J-18808-Ljbffr