What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant A - RETIREMENT (Finance) position at Shelby County Government?
Position Summary
Performs advanced professional accounting investment accounting and auditing work. Performs related duties as assigned in accounting including calculation of retirement benefits.
Pay Grade: 53
Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education
Minimum Qualifications
1. Four (4) years of experience in the use of accounting principles, techniques, and theories; AND
2. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public or business administration, or a closely related field; OR
3. An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
4. CPA is preferred, may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
5. PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Reconciles bank accounts with general ledger and monthly bank statements.
2. Records and reconciles employee and employer pension contributions.
3. Prepares, balances, and reconciles monthly pension payroll.
4. Prepares and submits payroll wire and tax payments to financial institutions and the IRS.
5. Prepares, inputs, and balances monthly accounts payable and receivables.
6. Prepares and initiates voided check transactions and direct deposits, reissues, and redirects returned payroll banking transactions.
7. Prepares and initiates payment of deceased employee's final wages.
8. Prepares reconciliation of data for annual actuarial valuation and OPEB reporting.
9. Responsible for database administration of the accounting system.
10. Works with various Shelby County departments, including the Actuary and Pension System’s Investment Manager.
11. Prepares annual audit transactions and information; and provides assistance to external auditors.
12. Prepares Pension System’s annual budget, annual 945, taxes, and 1099R’s.
13. Attends monthly Pension Board meetings.
14. Performs other related duties as required or directed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Thorough knowledge of accounting theory, practices, and auditing procedures.
2. Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management.
3. Ability to work with Custodian; Actuary and various County Departments.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Ability to deal tactfully with the public and co-workers.
6. Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
7. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely; orally and in writing.
8. Strong analytical skills.
Special Requirements
1. Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one by the date of employment.
2. Must have access to an operable automobile and meet county requirements for automobile insurance upon the date of employment.
Position Summary
Performs advanced professional accounting investment accounting and auditing work. Performs related duties as assigned in accounting including calculation of retirement benefits.
Pay Grade: 53
Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education
Minimum Qualifications
1. Four (4) years of experience in the use of accounting principles, techniques, and theories; AND
2. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public or business administration, or a closely related field; OR
3. An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
4. CPA is preferred, may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
5. PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Reconciles bank accounts with general ledger and monthly bank statements.
2. Records and reconciles employee and employer pension contributions.
3. Prepares, balances, and reconciles monthly pension payroll.
4. Prepares and submits payroll wire and tax payments to financial institutions and the IRS.
5. Prepares, inputs, and balances monthly accounts payable and receivables.
6. Prepares and initiates voided check transactions and direct deposits, reissues, and redirects returned payroll banking transactions.
7. Prepares and initiates payment of deceased employee's final wages.
8. Prepares reconciliation of data for annual actuarial valuation and OPEB reporting.
9. Responsible for database administration of the accounting system.
10. Works with various Shelby County departments, including the Actuary and Pension System’s Investment Manager.
11. Prepares annual audit transactions and information; and provides assistance to external auditors.
12. Prepares Pension System’s annual budget, annual 945, taxes, and 1099R’s.
13. Attends monthly Pension Board meetings.
14. Performs other related duties as required or directed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Thorough knowledge of accounting theory, practices, and auditing procedures.
2. Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management.
3. Ability to work with Custodian; Actuary and various County Departments.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Ability to deal tactfully with the public and co-workers.
6. Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
7. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely; orally and in writing.
8. Strong analytical skills.
Special Requirements
1. Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one by the date of employment.
2. Must have access to an operable automobile and meet county requirements for automobile insurance upon the date of employment.
Disclaimer
This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
