Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant GENERAL PURPOSE: Responsible for accurately completing assigned accounting functions in compliance with fiscal policy and practice. Overseeing the processing of payments for accounts payable, issuing purchase orders, and processing bank deposits/cash receipts; assisting the preparing of the Annual Budget and Amendments; Exercise initiative and independent judgment in performing clerical, financial and administrative work in the areas of bookkeeping, data entry and accounting. Accurately prepare, enter, or verify financial transactions for routine review by the City Administrator and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Three (3) or more years’ experience in accounting with at least one (1) year of governmental accounting experience. Experience with INCODE municipal financial software preferred. Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license A combination of education, training, and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gfoat