Accountant II

Accountant II

Under general supervision, performs professional accounting work in support of the City's financial operations. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, preparing journal entries and financial reports, reconciling accounts, supporting the annual audit process, and monitoring grant compliance. Exercises independent judgment on routine accounting matters and refers complex or sensitive issues to a supervisor. Work is reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with applicable accounting standards, policies, and procedures.

Examples of work to be performed include maintaining general ledger accounts and subsidiary records; preparing and posting journal entries on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to record financial transactions and support the monthly financial close. Reconcile bank statements for all City accounts, research variances, and recommend correcting entries; reconcile financial discrepancies by analyzing ledgers, reports, and accounting records. Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries; verify documentation and process disbursements; maintain accounting controls in accordance with established policies and procedures. Prepare monthly, special, and project-specific financial reports; research and analyze account balances, budget overruns, and allocation discrepancies, and recommend resolutions. Prepare schedules, closing entries, and financial statements to support internal and external audit processes; ensure conformance with applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards. Monitor grant expenditures for compliance with grant agreements and federal regulations; prepare and submit financial reports and reimbursement requests to funding agencies; perform month-end reconciliations for all grant funds. Assist in preparing the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and Schedule of Expenditures of State Awards (SESA) and provide supporting documentation for annual audits. Contribute to team efforts and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include knowledge of and experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets, including the ability to create and maintain spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and prepare financial reports; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required. Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and the ability to apply applicable standards to municipal financial reporting and recordkeeping. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as applied to governmental fund accounting, including the ability to record, classify, and report financial transactions in accordance with governmental accounting requirements. Ability to leverage technology to drive efficiency, enhance collaboration, and support Accounting and business processes.

Other duties include: Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required training and experience include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field and three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and directly related experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Desired training and experience include experience in public sector finance, accounting, or grants. Experience with Tyler Munis or similar governmental financial management software preferred.

Working conditions include: This position primarily operates in a professional office environment with regular use of computers, financial software, and other standard office equipment. Work involves periodic interaction with employees, departments, external auditors, and grant agencies, requiring effective communication and collaboration. Work may involve sitting, standing, moving throughout facilities, attending meetings, and traveling between City facilities as needed. The employee may occasionally move or handle work-related materials or equipment such as files, binders, or office supplies as necessary to support business operations. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.