Accountant

The largest housing authority in the State of New Mexico is looking for energetic, conscientious and detail oriented individuals who enjoy making a difference, being part of a team and takes pride in their career to work in our fast paced office.

ACCOUNTANT FOR THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Compensation: Wage range: $24.81 per hour - $30.51 per hour ($51,595.58 - $63,456.06 annually); Note: the starting hourly rate for this position will be $24.81 per hour.

Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Senior Accountant, the Accountant is a lead position performing maintenance, analysis, interpretation, and management of financial and accounting data. Work includes accounting skills in preparation and posting of various journals, ledgers, and accounts; analysis and presentation of financial data and statements; analyzing contract requirements and processing invoices for payment; analyzing budget requirements; allocation of funds to various accounts or functions; and other complex accounting and HUD required activities. Current knowledge of and experience with Tenmast accounting software. Accountant is expected to understand and apply accounting theories, principles, terms, and practices in the preparation and evaluation of fiscal records.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, and
• Two (2) years of directly related experience in processes and systems described above.
• Working knowledge and experience in a federally funded program or fund accounting with grant experience.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Accounting.

Substitution:

• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an associate degree and four (4) years of experience in Accounting and working knowledge and experience in a federally funded program or fund accounting with grant experience.

• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, six (6) years of experience in Accounting and working knowledge and experience in a federally funded program or fund accounting with grant experience.

Language Requirements:

Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures and technical manuals. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from vendors, contractors, supervisors, co-workers, residents, and city/county agencies.

We offer competitive compensation and very attractive fringe benefits including medical (including gym membership), dental, vision, 10 paid holidays, paid leave, PERA pension, free basic life insurance, volunteer life, paid STD and LTD, 457 and an employee assistance program.

***RESUMES NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF APPLICATION***

Successful candidates are required to pass a nationwide background check and a drug screen before on-boarding.

Salary : $51,596 - $63,456