What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at City of West Palm Beach?
Under limited supervision, performs a variety of accounting functions and prepares reconciliations for various ledger and subsidiary accounts. Reviews, directs, and validates financial and accounting transactions; and performs related duties as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Prepares journal entries and fund transfer requests.
2. Balances encumbrances, general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
3. Reconcile various general ledger accounts to supporting information provided by other departments.
4. Maintains documents and records related to financial analyses, statements, and reports.
5. Communicates with other departments.
6. Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and year end close process.
7. Prepares and assists in preparing financial statements, reports and analysis; maintains or assists in maintaining general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedules for a variety of accounts.
8. Assists in the research, evaluation and implementation of new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statements.
9. Assists in the preparation of the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
10. Reviews accounting documents to ensure accuracy and makes correcting entries as required: examines supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with agreements, contracts and federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
11. Prepares and assists in reconciliation of the City’s bank accounts and investment accounts to the general ledger.
12. Establishes positive working relationships with other public agencies, business and community groups, consultants, legal counsel and departments.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary
Depending on qualifications the starting salary for this position will be in the range of (Pay Grade 58):
Minimum Range Midpoint Range
$28.94 $36.18
Excellent Benefits!
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is required for this position. Education will be verified using the "Education Requirements" listed below. One (1) year of working related experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Two (2) years of working related experience is highly desirable.
Grant Processing (financial side), Highly skilled in Excel, budget preparation and monitoring highly desirable.
A valid Florida driver's license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver's license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.
- a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or
- an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or
- an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.
Additional Details
The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.
State of Emergency: When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City.
How To Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position you may apply online by selecting the Apply Now button at the end of the job posting. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date.
The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening is required as condition of employment.
Currency
USD
Salary : $29 - $36
