Accountant I

Salary : $49,296.00 - $51,771.20 Annually
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2600766
Department: Police
Division: PD-Financial Mgmt
Opening Date: 06/09/2026
Closing Date: 6/22/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: MP


Position Summary


Provide entry-level professional accounting support, including posting data to various ledgers, registers, journals and logs; analyze and review financial transactions in preparation of the Annual Financial Report; perform financial analysis for various programs within the city and perform a variety of accounting functions relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.



Essential and Supplemental Functions


ESSENTIAL 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 entry-level accounting activities in compliance with applicable standards and specifications; post data to general ledgers, registers, journals and logs; prepare journal vouchers.
2. Participate in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report; prepare and combine financial statements and schedules for assigned funds.
3. Maintain a variety of accounts and general ledgers; prepare monthly fiscal reports and special reports relating to the progress of assigned funds.
4. Prepare financial reports for various departments; prepare statistical financial reports; enter updated information into the database and maintain accurate financial records; prepare financial reports from data files.
5. Maintain, reconcile and audit a variety of ledgers, reports, and account records; examine and correct accounting transactions to ensure accuracy; tabulate financial and statistical data.
6. Respond to and resolve questions raised by outside independent auditors during the financial records audit.
7. Provide technical assistance and training to staff in matters related to financial accounting and budgeting.
8. Monitor and balance various accounts verifying availability of funds and classification of expenditures; research and analyze transactions to resolve problems.
9. Serve as liaison for various departments; attend and participate in a variety of group meetings and seminars.
10. Receive, sort and prepare checks for verification; distribute to appropriate department for approval; void checks with confirmed errors.
11. Perform all duties related to reimbursement for employee travel; verify and sign for airline tickets; release itinerary to travel liaison.
12. May participate in monitoring payroll functions for assigned department; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures as needed.

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
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis. Exception: The six (6) required credit hours in accounting are not interchangeable.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, or finance, to include six (6) credit hours in accounting with a passing grade of a 'C' or better; and

One (1) year of accounting experience.

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 of time.
Total Rewards. Total You.

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.
01


Have you successfully completed at least six (6) credit hours in accounting with a passing grade of a 'C' or better (please attach supporting transcripts)?

• Yes
• No

02


Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

03


Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

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