What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Cass County Government?
CLOSING DATE: 4/15/2025
ANNUAL SALARY: $62,610
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE NEEDED
- Requires an associate or bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Requires extensive spreadsheet experience
- Knowledge of accounting principles and techniques
- Knowledge of electronic data processing, such as Microsoft Office tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to relate and work effectively with fellow employees, the public, and other local government officials
JOB OVERVIEW
This is a professional accounting position that works under the general supervision of the accounting manager. The successful candidate must have the ability to work with various entities by reviewing their budgets and financial reports to determine their tax levy, using generally accepted accounting principles, compute tax levies in accordance with state law, assist in the review of levies and tax amounts for accuracy prior to printing tax statements.
Assist the accounting manager in preparing year-end financial reports and adjustments, including General-Purpose Financial Statements and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. This position will oversee the recruitment, timekeeping and payroll functions necessary for the Finance Office to complete its mission. In addition, assist with maintaining the election warehouse and packing of equipment. This list is not all inclusive and the successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced office, have attention to detail and be able to accept change.
Cass County is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer
Salary : $62,610
