Accountant II

Accounting Position

Provide professional level accounting support for the general ledger, payroll and other financial systems; analyze and review financial transactions for the preparation of the Annual Financial Report; perform complex financial analysis for various programs within the city and perform a variety of accounting functions relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Perform professional accounting activities in compliance with applicable standards and specifications including reconciliation of general ledger, payroll, or other financial records, financial reporting and record keeping; review and analyze various records and reports; respond to inquiries or complaints.
2. Participate in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report; prepare and combine appropriate financial statements and schedules including balance sheets, statements of revenue and expenditures.
3. Report and resolve all questions and issues raised by the outside independent auditor during the annual audit of the Annual Financial Report.
4. Post data to various ledgers, registers, journals and logs according to established accounting techniques and procedures; prepare journal vouchers that affect cash, expenses and general ledgers.
5. Maintain a variety of accounts and general ledgers; prepare monthly fiscal reports and special reports relating to the progress of assigned funds.
6. Prepare statistical financial reports; enter updated information into the data base and maintain accurate financial records; prepare financial reports from data files.
7. Maintain, reconcile and audit a variety of ledgers, reports, account records and banking accounts; examine and correct accounting transactions to ensure accuracy; tabulate financial and statistical data.
8. Prepare financial status reports for all operating fund programs and assigned grants; display budget expenditures, balance, projections and relevant financial information.
9. Research, analyze, identify and monitor problems related to general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, fixed asset, or other financial functions.
10. Supervise the work of an assigned unit or division; provide technical assistance and training to City staff in matters related to financial accounting and budgeting.
11. Monitor and balance various accounts verifying availability of funds and classification of expenditures; research and analyze transactions to resolve problems.
12. Provide fiscal monitoring and technical assistance to subcontracted agencies to ensure compliance with contract and regulatory requirements.
13. Serve as a liaison for assigned department; attend and participate in a variety of group meetings and seminars.
14. Receive, sort and prepare checks for verification; distribute to appropriate department for approval; void checks with confirmed errors.
15. Perform all duties related to reimbursement for employee travel; verify and sign for airline tickets; release itinerary to travel liaison.

Supplemental functions:

1. Recommend changes in policies and procedures for more uniform recording of information.
2. Maintain office inventory and order supplies as needed.
3. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business administration to include nine (9) credit hours in accounting with a passing grade 'C' or better; and Two (2) years of accounting experience in maintaining general ledgers and preparing financial reports; and one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience. Additional requirements: Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire. Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date.

Working Conditions

Environmental: Office environment; exposure to computer screens. Physical: Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods.

Benefits

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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