What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant/Procurement Specialist position at City of Bay City?
About us
The City of Bay City is in southeast Texas, near the Texas Gulf Coast. The City of Bay City is a Council/Mayor - City Manager Form of Government. The elected body is made up of a Mayor and five council members who are elected on an “at-large” basis by the community. The City Manager is in charge of administering the City’s daily activities. Our goal is to cultivate growth, build trust, and inspire a desire to serve..
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Employee appreciation events
- Safe work environment
**Job Overview:**
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Accountant/Procurement Specialist. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the City's success by carrying out a variety of professional tasks to include, accounting; procurement management, technical reviews, and general ledger functions.
**Duties:**
- Develop and oversee best procurement methods necessary for preparation of complex, informal, best value bids, and other procurement options
- Coordinate all competitive bidding and procurement documents (specifications) for purchases, including highly complex bid documents involving technical items and equipment
- Responsible for purchase order system. Approve requisition and assign purchase orders in accordance with department regulations
- Perform contract administration, including liaison between suppliers and departments, compliance with contract terms and conditions, compliance with grant requirements, negotiation of contract amendments, extensions and change orders. Analyze cost and price data from vendors. Perform contract audits when required
- Review and reconcile cash and accounting transactions, and other financial activities. Post journal entries and exercise independent judgment and correct errors within City policy guidelines
**Experience:**
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or a High School Diploma with equivalent years of experience
- Proven experience in municipal finance
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are valued and recognized.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.78 - $34.88 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $35
