Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

The City of Missouri City, known as the "Show Me City," is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join its Finance team. This is a mid-level, professional, full-time position within the City's Financial Services Department.

The Staff Accountant performs professional accounting work in support of the City's financial operations and is responsible for processing financial transactions, conducting research and analysis, maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, assisting with financial reporting, and supporting the annual audit. The position serves as a departmental lead in various areas of accounting and operating activities and requires an independent thinker with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and internal motivation.

Reporting Relationship: Accounting Manager

Examples Of Work

Serve as the lead for financial accounting transactions for the City.

Provide a high level of customer service to City Council members, constituents, vendors, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders.

Analyze and interpret financial data, conduct comparative analyses, and recommend appropriate actions; evaluate proposed changes to accounting methods, processes, and materials.

Identify opportunities to increase productivity by streamlining accounting processes and coordinating information requirements.

Maintain technical knowledge and professional proficiency by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and contributing to team efforts.

Coordinate, prepare, and review financial and management reports, including bank reconciliations and liability account monitoring.

Analyze and reconcile monthly cash activities for the City's operating bank account, Trust Fund account, and Golf Course bank account.

Prepare audit schedules and respond to internal and external audit requests.

Prepare journal entries to allocate costs to departments and prepare month-end and year-end adjusting entries and accruals.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve accounting issues, provide financial support, and respond to financial inquiries and requests.

Perform financial oversight and reconciliation activities by entering data into the City's financial system, compiling reports, and presenting financial information.

Participate in the evaluation and development of internal and external workflows and processes and complete special projects as assigned by Financial Services management.

Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities and monthly and quarterly liability account reconciliations.

Assist with the processing of biweekly and monthly payroll by reviewing and posting personnel action entries and generating and reconciling payroll deduction reports.

Maintain appropriate internal controls and procedures for processing accounting transactions.

Process and review accounting assignments for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies and procedures.

Complete departmental projects and administrative assignments as directed, including responding to calls, providing requested information, updating policies and procedures manuals, and assisting with special projects.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Maintain regular and timely attendance.

Remain subject to 24-hour recall as required.

Education, Experience, Or Certification

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

A minimum of five (5) years of verifiable professional experience in governmental accounting or finance within public or municipal organizations.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred.

Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) credentials are preferred.

Supplemental Information

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience. Works as an essential employee before, during, and after emergencies or disasters, whether natural or man-made. Subject to emergency operations recall and other assignments necessary to maintain continuity of City services.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits

The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 400 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.

Medical Plans (Three Options)

Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)

Plan Type: High-Deductible Medical Health Plan

Provider: Cigna

Deductibles:

Single: $2,500 annually

Family: $5,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

Single: $5,000 annually

Family: $10,000 annually

Additional Details:

Employee pays dependent premiums

Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Provider: H.S.A. Bank

Features:

Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses

Contribution Limits:

Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)

Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)

Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000

City Contributions:

Employee only: $1,500

Employee & Family: $2,750

Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee

PPO Plan

Provider: Cigna

Deductibles:

Single: $1,500 annually

Family: $3,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

Single: $4,500 annually

Family: $9,000 annually

Prescription Drug Co-pays:

Generic: $10

Preferred: $40

Non-Preferred: $80

EPO Plan

Provider: Cigna

Deductibles:

Single: $1,500 annually

Family: $3,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

Single: $4,500 annually

Family: $9,000 annually

Prescription Drug Co-pays:

Generic: $10

Preferred: $45

Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

DHMO Plan

Provider: Cigna

Features:

No deductible

No annual maximum

Member co-pay depends on the procedure

PPO Plan

Provider: Cigna

Features:

$1,500 per person annual maximum

$1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

Provider: Vision Service Plan

Features:

Eye Exam $10 Copay

Frames $150 Allowance Annually

Life Insurance

Provider: Ochs Securian Financial

Coverage:

$50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)

$10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)

Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

Provider: Flores

Features:

Pre-tax Medical Spending Account

Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

Provider: Aflac

Accident

Short-Term Disability