This is the advanced journey level in the Accountant series. This level is distinguished from the Accountant in the variety of administrative tasks and independence in performing the assigned responsibilities. Work is normally reviewed on completion for overall results. Acts as a lead technical resource to other staff and may be involved in training and supervising others. Responsibilities may vary depending on the assigned area.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Supervise and participate in all aspects of the City’s accounting activity as assigned.
Analyze and research complex financial transactions to provide proper accounting treatment in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Coordinate the fiscal year-end audit activities including preparation and review of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
Prepare year-end adjusting and closing entries.
Coordinate and participate in the development of the annual Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
Assist in developing, recommending and implementing departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards.
Review current legislation and changing governmental standards to update and recommend changes to City policies and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities, and enable the individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
A typical combination is:
Experience
Three years of professional level responsible accounting experience.
Supervisory experience is desirable.
Education
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business financial practices.
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time; all interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Applicants who submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment.
The deadline for the first application review deadline will be 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 22, 2024, with testing tentatively scheduled for the week of April 8, 2024.