Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Airport Accountant performs professional accounting work, maintains financial records, implements and maintains department accounting policies and procedures. Ensures accounts payable and receivable are current. Performs general lease management functions. Assists the Airport Administration and Finance Manager in the development and monitoring of programs and policies.
The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assists in developing the annual Airport budget. Maintains accounting and financial control records.
   
• Prepares, analyzes, add reviews estimates of revenue, reimbursement, expenditures and other accounts.
   
• Assists with enforcement of Federal Aviation Regulations, County policies and Airport rules and regulations.
   
• Participates in the development of leases, contracts and other agreements with airline, rental agencies and other airport tenants.
   
• Develops standard leases, monitors and coordinates leased space; develop, maintains and manages standard leases for various activities.
   
• Gathers data for a variety of financial reports requiring the application of accounting principles and judgment.
   
• Assists in the creation, updating and distribution of the Airport Certification Manual and Airport Emergency Plan; coordinates agencies who have responsibility under the Airport Emergency Plan; assists in mock disaster drills to monitor the response; ensures coordination of the same.
   
• Assists in the development of updates and distributes the Airport Security Manual as required by Federal Regulations.
   
• Responsible for general purchasing functions including purchase order payment vouchers, requisitions, pricing information, vender contacts and procurement of staff uniforms..
   
• Develops computer spreadsheets that reflect airline activity, airport activity, rental, cargo and mail, expenses and projected revenue.
   
• Maintains records and generates reports on various airport issues including tenant lease summary, rentals, parking, department budget, insurance certificates, fuel usage, the Airport Improvement Program.
   
• Assists with lease compliance and response to inquiries from staff, tenants and the general public.
   
• Conducts fingerprinting in accordance with TSA requirements.
   
• Assist in preparation of necessary forms and documentation for federally required DBE program.
   
• Prepares PFC, FAA and DBE required reports.
   
• Serves as backup in the absence of the Airport Customer/Administration Support Specialist.
   
• Develops office operational procedures and policies and other administrative matters to improve efficiency and productivity; maintains current knowledge of agency policies and procedures, county codes, rules and regulations.
   
• Investigates and responds to inquiries and concerns on the part of staff, tenants and the public.
   
• Assists in the development of resolutions and fiscal notes.
   
• Assumes additional responsibilities in the absence of the Airport Administration and Finance Manager.
   
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required.
   
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Degree in Business Administration or Accounting.
   
• 3-5 years progressively responsible airport administration, airport operations and office experience including direct office supervision.
   
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.
   
• Must have above average verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to operate a variety of office machines including personal computers with proficiency in the word processing and spreadsheet programs utilized by the department, typewriter, photocopies and multi-line telephone.
   
• Ability to supervise the administrative functions of the airport.
   
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to conform to goals, policies and procedures of the department as well as the Outagamie County Work Rules and Terms of Employment.
   
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in various work situations.
   
• Ability to organize work.
   
• Ability to complete clear and concise verbal and written reports.
   
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, municipal officials, tenants and the general public.
   
• Ability to use and interpret accounting terminology.
   
• Ability to prepare a variety of documents including letters and other correspondence, budgets, departmental forms etc.
   
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use computer software utilized by the department.
   
• Ability to research and prepare information and supporting data in preparation for meetings, work projects and reports.
   
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
   
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate decimals and percentages.
   
• Ability to hear, speak, walk, stoop, climb, bend, stretch, push, pull and lift up to 20 pounds understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.