The Accountant will manage and analyze the County budget to assist management in making sound financial decisions for the present and future. He/she will perform monthly and year end accounting processes; assist in the collection, preparation, and analysis of financial data in accordance with all local, state, federal, and financial reporting requirements; and manage the cash resources of the County in order to maximize interest revenue and meet payroll, accounts payable, and warrant payable needs.

Position Information:

Starting Salary: $27.03 an hour / $52,708.50 annually

Classification: Accountant I

Position Code: FN3020

5-Factor Grade: 110

Work Hours: This position will work and be paid for 75 hours in a 2 week pay period

Current Cumberland County Employees will follow the County Promotion/Demotion policy. 

Responsibilities

• Maintains the budget SQL database and all related software including the integration and automation of software to ensure no duplicate entry
• Manages portions of the budgeting process from the design of the database through the approval of the budget and the publishing of the budget document
• Analyzes, reviews, and works with departments regarding their budget submissions, which includes negotiating and adjusting departmental budgets
• Manages the performance measures and benchmarking processes of the County
• Researches, analyzes, and compiles information from other organization in order to benchmark with Cumberland County
• Developand assist in thepreparation of presentations
• Manages and performs the accounting functions for several funds and reconciliation of accounts, which includes reconciliation and analysis of accounts, routine and non-routine journal entries, analytics, budget adjustments, and monthly close packets
• Manages the cash resources of the county as needed to maximize interest revenue and ensure the safety of the investments
• Analyzes and transfers cash from funds to the General Fund for reimbursement of expenses and payroll
• Updates the Finance website for new documents and updating information
• Manages the County agency credit card process, which includes issuing new cards, terminating cards and handling disputes
• Positionduties may rotate forsuccession planningand other vacancies
• Attends training and seminars as required
• Performs other related job duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration with at least 15 credits in accounting
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in budget and accounting (government preferred)
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, including fund accounting
• Must possess knowledge of government accounting and budgets
• Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to client and County information and records

Mission Statement: The most livable community with the most efficient and effective public services in Pennsylvania.

We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!
 Cumberland County Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Cumberland County acknowledges and celebrates the unique characteristics of our residents, employees, and visitors. We identify diversity as a strength and consider it a growing, valuable asset of our community. We thoughtfully offer services and opportunities by understanding the different needs of our residents and actively engaging the underrepresented. Everyone who lives, works, and visits Cumberland County will benefit from our commitment to a welcoming environment. 

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Medical Benefits:

• Capital Blue Cross Medical Insurance 
  • Health Savings Account
  • Wellness program with wellness incentives
• Capital Blue Cross Vision Insurance 
• United Concordia Dental Insurance

Retirement Benefits:

• County Retirement Pension 
  • 5% minimum pre-tax contribution required, with the option of increasing your contribution over 5% up to 15% post-tax
  • Fully vested after 5 years of credited service
  • Normal Retirement Options:
    • Age 55 with 20 years of credited service
    • Age 60 with any amount of credited service
• Voluntary 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• Military Time Buy Back Options

Paid Time Off:

• Vacation
  • 10 days per year, accrued per pay period (Non-Exempt) 
  • 15 days per year, accrued per pay period (Exempt)
  • Increase for both Non-Exempt and Exempt of 5 days per year after 2 years of service
• Personal
  • 3 Personal days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
• Sick
  • 5 Sick days per year, pro-rated based on starting date
• 12 Paid County Holidays
  • No waiting period to receive paid holidays

Additional Benefits:

• Educational Assistance
  • 80% of cost of tuition and books up to the annual IRS limit per calendar year (after 6 months of Full-Time Employment)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – certain eligibility requirements must be met
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Resources for: Childcare, Eldercare, Legal, Financial, and Coaching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance