What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant II position at Homestead, City of (FL)?
JOB
General Function: Provides professional accounting work with the City’s Finance Department, reviewing and recording complex financial transactions and preparing financial reports. Applies advanced accounting principles, policies, and procedures in the effective, efficient, and timely performance of accounting functions: accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, annual audit, cash and investments, debt obligation, year-end closing, and the general ledger. Work is performed under direction with considerable latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. The position seeks technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues, as great independence is expected in the performance of routine tasks. Must be able to communicate and interact with other employees, Management, and individuals from other organizations effectively and respectfully. “Management” is defined as the Finance Director, Assistant Finance Director, and Accounting Manager. Performance is evaluated through review by the Accounting Manager.Reports To: Accounting ManagerSupervisory Responsibilities: None
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plans, reviews, and performs the work of recording accounting transactions; maintaining the reconciling journals, ledgers, and other record books; and preparing periodic financial statements, reports, and tabulations.Prepares month-end and year-end accounting activities, such as reconciliations, journal entries, etc.Prepare monthly taxes including Gross Receipts Tax, Fuel Tax, Utility Tax, and Sales and Use Taxes. Analyzes Central Collections documents and ensures proper recording of transactions. Prepare Cost Recovery reconciliations and entries. Work with staff to ensure proper funding and documentation.Assist Treasury Accountant in the City’s bank reconciliation process as directed by Management.Assist with the preparation of annual Unclaimed Property and 1099 documents for reporting to the State/IRS.Works with internal and external auditors: gathers and presents requested documentation, answers questions, and provides audit schedules as needed.Act as backup for other Finance Department staff in their absence.Performs other related duties as required or as directed by Supervisors.All of the above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. This description is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Type of Appointment/Work hours: Full-time/Regular in-person position.Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week usually consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day or four (4) days of ten (10) hours per day. The work day may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service.Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Core Competencies: Judgment - Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems.Quality of Work - Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally.Reliability - Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual.Safety - Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards.Technical Capability - Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.Work Authorization/Security Clearance: The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and comply with the City’s Drug-Free Workplace policy.The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization. Equal Opportunity Statement: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions.Veteran’s Preference Policy: In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, the City of Homestead complies with Florida law by providing Veterans' Preference in hiring. Qualified applicants, including veterans, spouses, widows/widowers, parents of service members, and current reserve or National Guard members, may receive hiring priority if they meet minimum qualifications and can perform the duties required. Veterans’ Preference includes additional points on exams, prioritized placement on employment lists, and education waivers for certain qualified individuals. This preference ensures eligible candidates are considered fairly at all stages of the hiring process. For questions, contact the Human Resources Department.
General Function: Provides professional accounting work with the City’s Finance Department, reviewing and recording complex financial transactions and preparing financial reports. Applies advanced accounting principles, policies, and procedures in the effective, efficient, and timely performance of accounting functions: accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, annual audit, cash and investments, debt obligation, year-end closing, and the general ledger. Work is performed under direction with considerable latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. The position seeks technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues, as great independence is expected in the performance of routine tasks. Must be able to communicate and interact with other employees, Management, and individuals from other organizations effectively and respectfully. “Management” is defined as the Finance Director, Assistant Finance Director, and Accounting Manager. Performance is evaluated through review by the Accounting Manager.Reports To: Accounting ManagerSupervisory Responsibilities: None
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plans, reviews, and performs the work of recording accounting transactions; maintaining the reconciling journals, ledgers, and other record books; and preparing periodic financial statements, reports, and tabulations.Prepares month-end and year-end accounting activities, such as reconciliations, journal entries, etc.Prepare monthly taxes including Gross Receipts Tax, Fuel Tax, Utility Tax, and Sales and Use Taxes. Analyzes Central Collections documents and ensures proper recording of transactions. Prepare Cost Recovery reconciliations and entries. Work with staff to ensure proper funding and documentation.Assist Treasury Accountant in the City’s bank reconciliation process as directed by Management.Assist with the preparation of annual Unclaimed Property and 1099 documents for reporting to the State/IRS.Works with internal and external auditors: gathers and presents requested documentation, answers questions, and provides audit schedules as needed.Act as backup for other Finance Department staff in their absence.Performs other related duties as required or as directed by Supervisors.All of the above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. This description is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Type of Appointment/Work hours: Full-time/Regular in-person position.Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week usually consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day or four (4) days of ten (10) hours per day. The work day may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service.Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Core Competencies: Judgment - Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems.Quality of Work - Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally.Reliability - Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual.Safety - Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards.Technical Capability - Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.Work Authorization/Security Clearance: The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and comply with the City’s Drug-Free Workplace policy.The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization. Equal Opportunity Statement: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions.Veteran’s Preference Policy: In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, the City of Homestead complies with Florida law by providing Veterans' Preference in hiring. Qualified applicants, including veterans, spouses, widows/widowers, parents of service members, and current reserve or National Guard members, may receive hiring priority if they meet minimum qualifications and can perform the duties required. Veterans’ Preference includes additional points on exams, prioritized placement on employment lists, and education waivers for certain qualified individuals. This preference ensures eligible candidates are considered fairly at all stages of the hiring process. For questions, contact the Human Resources Department.
