ACCOUNTANT I

JOB SUMMARY/ DESCRIPTION

The Osceola County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller is looking to onboard a highly motivated Accountant, that is willing to work in a culture driven by public service. We are recruiting a professional that will support our organization with the goal of transforming and modernizing processes by leveraging technological solutions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs general cost accounting and other related duties in the department.
• Prepares financial reports and accounting statements.
• Generates summary sheets for use by supervisor or auditor.
• Proofs accounting reports for clerical accuracy.
• Allocates expenditures to correct accounts according to departmental procedures.
• Maintains the general ledger.
• Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books.
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks.
• Reconciles customer accounts and manages accounts receivable collections.
• Verifies payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.
• Files required tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.
• As appropriate, coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software system; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Thorough understanding of bookkeeping practices and procedures and the ability to train others in related practices and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Proficient in Finance Plus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• One (1) year of experience in accounting and/or finance, preferably with local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting for long periods of time
• Talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion
• Must be ablet to lift up to 15 lbs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer / ADA / Veteran's Preference

The Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, mental or physical disability or any other category protected by law in employment or the provision of services.