What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Fond du Lac County, WI?
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Prepares general ledger entries, budget and actual, for various county wide functions/services
- Reconciles adopted budget to amended budget and fund balance.
- Reconciles general ledger cash account balance, various property tax related account balances and related reports with County Treasurer departmental records/systems.
- Reconciles various balance sheet accounts on an on-going basis county-wide (such as Due to/from other funds, Contributions to/from Other Funds, Prepaid Accounts, Inventory, etc.).
- Computes county wide sales tax liability and submits required reports and payment monthly in accordance with all applicable State laws and regulations; monitors county activities and accounts for sales tax implications.
- Audits employee expense reimbursement requests county wide for accuracy, supporting documentation and compliance with applicable laws and policies; performs and reconciles data entry for payroll processing; prepares reporting for administration and county board committee approval .
- Prepares and submits Child Support monthly grant reimbursement requests in accordance with applicable state department policy and federal grant allowable cost policies.
- Assists Director and Deputy Director in preparing documentation for State Agency, independent audit firm and other consultants review
- Assists department staff county-wide in understanding/use of central financial information reports/systems.
- Calculates and prepares annual apportionment of County’s tax levy; reconciles settlement by County Treasurer with each taxing jurisdiction to county general ledger.
- Assists in data entry, reconciliation and preparation of annual County budget and supporting documentation
- Functions as primary backup for accounts payable data entry, payment processing and reporting
- Functions as a backup for payroll data entry, processing and reporting
- Assists department staff county-wide in understanding/use of central financial information reports/systems
Desirable Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of accounting principles, Microsoft Excel and Word, and county operations. Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, pay close attention to detail, and interact effectively with the public, other departments, and state agencies. Experience with Oracle/J.D. Edwards financial system is desirable.
Training and Experience:
2 years post high school education in accounting field, and 2-3 years work experience with accounting duties preferred.
In evaluating candidates for this position, the County may consider a combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
