What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at City of Gilmer?
Schedule: Monday – Friday (8:00am – 4:30 pm)
Pay Range: $50,000 - $55,000
Description:
This position provides accounting support and ensures the integrity of the City’s financial records.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare, analyze, and reconcile financial transactions and statements
- Maintain records and reports ensuring accuracy of the City’s ledgers and financial systems
- Assist in monitoring the fixed assets of the City and accounting for capital projects
- Assist in the annual audit and year end closing
- Assist with the City’s utility system accounting and Accounts Payable and Receivable processes
- Provides backup to utility clerks
- Responds to inquiries by city staff regarding the City’s finances
- Completes other duties as assigned.
Experience & Education:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
- Customer service skills and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion
- Attention to detail - accuracy of data input, 10-key skills, and quick math skills
- Establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public
- Knowledge of the use and operation of basic office equipment
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Ability to work independently, follow direction, and multi-task
- Ability to cross-train in other departments and provide coverage when necessary
- Bi-lingual skills are a plus, but not required
Benefits:
- City Paid - Medical, Dental, & Life Insurance
- Optional Employee Paid - Vision Insurance and AFLAC Coverage
- Retirement contribution of 6% annually from the employee, with a City contribution of 14.85% annually
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Sick Time
- 15 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Holiday
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Gilmer, TX 75644 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,000 - $50,000