What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant - Part-Time/Temporary position at City of Plymouth, MN?

Salary : $42.53 - $54.64 Hourly

Location : Plymouth, MN

Job Type : Temporary

Job Number : 202500034

Department : Administrative Services

Division : Finance

Opening Date : 02 / 20 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 10 / 2025 8 : 00 AM Central

Description

At the City of Plymouth, we all work together to add quality to life. This mission and our guiding values - CIVIC : customer focus, integrity, visionary, inclusion and connection - shape our work as we advance the City Council's strategic priority to be a city of choice. We are seeking candidates who are eager to adopt and champion our mission and values.

The part-time / temporary Accountant will provide professional and technical accounting / finance assistant to support the division while regular staff are participating in a citywide data conversion and system transition. This non-benefit earning position is part time (three days / week in the office) and temporary (18 months maximum).

Essential Functions

Provide general financial accounting and reporting assistance in accordance with GAAP and GASB

Reconcile bank statements, prepare financial statements and perform journal entries as needed
Assist with statistical information
Provide research and assistance as necessary to finance staff and other departments

Support utility billing, accounts payable and payroll as necessary or assigned

Review and approve billing and billing adjustments, refunds and penalties

Monitor purchasing card compliance and follow up with cardholders / approvers as needed

Enter and scan invoices

Complete account reconciliations

Assist with budget process and publication

Coordinate information for the online budget book

Assist with budget components such as internal fleet and facility charges

Other duties as assigned

Assist with tracking grant activity and working with departments to ensure compliance

Assist in the preparation of surveys, data requests, and other annual reports as necessary

Keep supervisor promptly informed of significant matters

Perform other duties and responsibilities as apparent or assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Three years of accounting and / or audit experience

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and standards.

Proficient in computer programs including Microsoft Office and automated accounting systems

Demonstrated ability to perform in accordance with the City of Plymouth's CIVIC values (customer focus, integrity, visionary, inclusion and connection) and comfort with advancing the city council's strategic priorities.

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently on assignments and projects through completion

Desired Qualifications

Government accounting experience which may include private sector experience related to public sector organizations or GFOA / GASB education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Very frequent (often required to perform the job) : sitting or standing, stationary desk or bench work with neck bent forward, handling objects (grasping, turning or otherwise using hands or hand), repetitive hand motion (typing, using computer)

The employee must be able to lift / carry items from 0 - 5 pounds from 0 - 6 feet. Employee must be able to lift items such as files, binders, and office equipment.

Seasonal, temporary and non-regular employees are not eligible for benefits.

Salary : $43 - $55

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