Accounting Supervisor

ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR

https://www.seguintexas.gov/1319/Pay-Schedules: Pay Group 19

Summary Of Position

Fully participates in all processes/tasks related to Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. Research accounting transactions; Reconcile and maintain assigned general ledger accounts; Prepares and/or reviews journal entries; Supervises all staff related to these activities. Assures compliance with accounting rules and regulations and department goals and objectives.

Examples Of Work

• Supervises, trains and evaluates subordinate employees.
• Reviews various accounting transactions for accuracy including those for payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger entries.
• Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities and recommends improvements and modifications to accounting processes and procedures for stronger internal controls, and improved efficiency and accuracy.
• Coordinates and performs the annual physical inventory and provides comprehensive summary to management on any inventory discrepancies; performs quarterly inventory as needed.
• Performs random petty cash and till audits of all City departments.
• Assists in month/year-end closing:
• Reconciles accounting and financial data across multiple software platforms;
• Assists the Finance Director and Assistant Finance Director in the preparation and maintenance of the City’s annual operating, capital and personnel budgets;
• Assists City departments and personnel with budget and accounting related issues and inquiries; provides accounting guidance to support staff.
• Oversees bi-weekly payroll process; verifies payroll prior to finalization; prepares and/or reviews payment and reporting of payroll taxes, TMRS, and other payroll related expenditures;
• Make necessary adjustments to employee rates or deductions to include merit increases, buyouts, longevity, promotions, step-up pay, taxable benefits, etc. each pay period.
• Review/Correct payroll calculation errors; Assist with development and assignment of time entry, pay and deduction codes.
• Assist in the preparation of personnel cost analysis for position upgrades, new hires, grant reporting, department restructuring, etc.
• Assists the Assistant Director of Finance with the maintenance of the Financial ERP;
• Provides backup to Accountant II in maintaining the City’s depository accounts and/or other assigned bank accounts:
• Reconciles and monitors account balances and determines availability of funds.
• Maintains bank account files; researches and resolves account issues.
• Initiates and approves bank wire/transfers
• Provide backup for payroll processing, invoice entry and cash receipting as necessary.
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance with audit requirements.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is required.
• Five (5) years accounting experience with at least two (2) of those in payroll, preferably in a governmental environment.
• Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience is highly preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and regulations
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
  

Certificates And Licenses Required

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Starting Pay: $34.32/hour (Salary may be dependent upon experience)

Position Will Remain Open Until Filled

The City of Seguin is an "Equal Employment Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE)