What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at City of Indio?
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***DISCLAIMER: The City reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received. The City is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make all reasonable accommodations for the disabled to participate in employment programs and facilities. Women, minorities, and disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. The finalist candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.*** DEFINITION: Under general supervision, assists in the planning, development, and control of the City's accounting system; performs professional level accounting duties, including general accounting, cashiering, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, business licensing and bond, fixed-asset, and CIP accounting; prepares financial and statistical statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards; assists in auditing City funds and accounts; performs other related duties as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Accountant is the journey professional level classification in which incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of professional accounting duties with minimum supervision. Successful performance requires a thorough knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and the ability to exercise sound independent judgment. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Fiscal Officer in that the latter is responsible for the overall work of the assigned unit.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs professional level accounting duties, including general accounting, cashiering, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business licensing, treasury and bond, CIP, and fixed asset accounting.Compiles the monthly balance sheets, cash receipts, and disbursement statements; prepares journal entries and adjustments to the general ledger; prepares a variety of financial and statistical reports, including year-end and month-end reporting.Prepares financial and statistical statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and governmental accounting standards; assists in auditing City funds and accounts compiles and prepares financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers, supporting schedules, and other financial and statistical reports; establishes and maintains complete files and records related to assigned functions; participates in the maintenance of various computer files and records; inputs and retrieves a variety of fiscal and statistical information.Coordinates the funds for capital improvement projects and capital impact funds, ensuring accuracy of fund accounts; maintains budgetary control over City departmental expenditures; reviews accounting system conformity and compliance with accounting procedures and legal requirements; monitors various accounts ensuring availability of funds and classification of expenditures.Assigns and audits accounts and vendor numbers; reconciles records to established balances; identifies and resolves discrepancies; allocates costs to appropriate ledger accounts; makes journal entries.Distributes and receives cash drawers daily; balances transactions; maintains spreadsheets for landscape and lighting water utility accounts; processes collection accounts for utility.Conducts internal audits; works in conjunction with private auditors or outside consultants; verifies the classification of funds and accounts; verifies and checks accuracy of off-line computer generated reports; researches and analyzes transactions.Advises operating departments on established City accounting procedures and regulations; attends meetings and conferences as required.Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.OTHER DUTIES: Participates in the operation of automated financial management systems; identifies, develops, and implements new applications as needed.May collect timesheets and review for accuracy.Performs other related duties as required.SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED: Receives general supervision from the Finance Manager or Director of Finance and may exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned staff.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Basic Principles of Accounting as applied to Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB); principles and practices of municipal government accounting; principles and practices of automated financial systems; grant and fund accounting; account analyses; financial statement preparation; auditing; basic billing, and collection procedures; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices, and equipment; modern office practices, methods, and equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling, and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.SKILLS: Operate standard office equipment including a computer and variety of word processing and software applications, including financial and accounting programs.ABILITIES: Examine and verify financial documents, reports and transactions; prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses; analyze, post, balance, and reconcile financial data, ledgers, and accounts; direct and review the work of assigned support staff; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations; read, interpret, and record data accurately; organize, prioritize, and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
***DISCLAIMER: The City reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received. The City is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make all reasonable accommodations for the disabled to participate in employment programs and facilities. Women, minorities, and disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. The finalist candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.*** DEFINITION: Under general supervision, assists in the planning, development, and control of the City's accounting system; performs professional level accounting duties, including general accounting, cashiering, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, business licensing and bond, fixed-asset, and CIP accounting; prepares financial and statistical statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards; assists in auditing City funds and accounts; performs other related duties as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Accountant is the journey professional level classification in which incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of professional accounting duties with minimum supervision. Successful performance requires a thorough knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and the ability to exercise sound independent judgment. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Fiscal Officer in that the latter is responsible for the overall work of the assigned unit.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs professional level accounting duties, including general accounting, cashiering, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business licensing, treasury and bond, CIP, and fixed asset accounting.Compiles the monthly balance sheets, cash receipts, and disbursement statements; prepares journal entries and adjustments to the general ledger; prepares a variety of financial and statistical reports, including year-end and month-end reporting.Prepares financial and statistical statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and governmental accounting standards; assists in auditing City funds and accounts compiles and prepares financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers, supporting schedules, and other financial and statistical reports; establishes and maintains complete files and records related to assigned functions; participates in the maintenance of various computer files and records; inputs and retrieves a variety of fiscal and statistical information.Coordinates the funds for capital improvement projects and capital impact funds, ensuring accuracy of fund accounts; maintains budgetary control over City departmental expenditures; reviews accounting system conformity and compliance with accounting procedures and legal requirements; monitors various accounts ensuring availability of funds and classification of expenditures.Assigns and audits accounts and vendor numbers; reconciles records to established balances; identifies and resolves discrepancies; allocates costs to appropriate ledger accounts; makes journal entries.Distributes and receives cash drawers daily; balances transactions; maintains spreadsheets for landscape and lighting water utility accounts; processes collection accounts for utility.Conducts internal audits; works in conjunction with private auditors or outside consultants; verifies the classification of funds and accounts; verifies and checks accuracy of off-line computer generated reports; researches and analyzes transactions.Advises operating departments on established City accounting procedures and regulations; attends meetings and conferences as required.Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.OTHER DUTIES: Participates in the operation of automated financial management systems; identifies, develops, and implements new applications as needed.May collect timesheets and review for accuracy.Performs other related duties as required.SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED: Receives general supervision from the Finance Manager or Director of Finance and may exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned staff.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Basic Principles of Accounting as applied to Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB); principles and practices of municipal government accounting; principles and practices of automated financial systems; grant and fund accounting; account analyses; financial statement preparation; auditing; basic billing, and collection procedures; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices, and equipment; modern office practices, methods, and equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling, and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.SKILLS: Operate standard office equipment including a computer and variety of word processing and software applications, including financial and accounting programs.ABILITIES: Examine and verify financial documents, reports and transactions; prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses; analyze, post, balance, and reconcile financial data, ledgers, and accounts; direct and review the work of assigned support staff; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations; read, interpret, and record data accurately; organize, prioritize, and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
