Description

Salary Range: $54,454.83 - $68, 666.50

Job Description:

An employee in this position performs specialized and technical accounting work in support of the City’s financial operations, with primary responsibility for cash management, bank reconciliations, payroll accounting functions, tax reporting, and financial reporting. This position ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the City’s financial records and supports compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

This position works collaboratively with departments across the organization and provides guidance, training, and backup support in other accounting functions as needed. Employees in this position must be detail-oriented, analytical, customer-focused, highly organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintain and reconcile Citywide financial records across multiple funds and departments.

Perform daily cash management activities, including monitoring bank transactions, reconciling bank accounts, and investigating and resolving discrepancies.

Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, adjustments, and corrections; analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, including accounts payable and other key balances, on a monthly and year-end basis.

Perform monthly reconciliations of various accounts and subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Support month-end and year-end close processes and preparation of reports

Assist with the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and annual audit by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.

Process and reconcile payroll, including verifying calculations, posting to the general ledger, transmitting payments, and ensuring compliance with all payroll tax requirements.

Preparation and reconciliation of W-2’s, quarterly, and annual payroll tax filings.

Prepare and file required tax reports, including payroll taxes, sales and use tax, and other applicable local, state, and federal filings.

Prepare and submit escheat reports in compliance with state requirements.

Maintain vendor records in ERP Financial system, including vendor setup, updates, and verification; prepare and distribute 1099’s to ensure compliance with IRS reporting requirements.

Record and reconcile various revenue transactions, including property taxes, utilities, and other receipts.

Provide cross-training and backup support for accounts payable and other accounting functions as needed.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related area; and one (1) year of experience in an automated fiscal or accounting environment, preferably in the public sector; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

Possession of a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.