Accountant/Auditor III, Grade 23

Montgomery County Government • Gaithersburg, MD

392d • $74,507 - $119,032 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant/Auditor III position at the Montgomery County Police Department involves advanced accounting work, financial management, and auditing responsibilities. The role is crucial for ensuring fiscal integrity and compliance with governmental standards, while also providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making within the department. The ideal candidate will leverage technology and data analysis to enhance financial operations and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field with accounting coursework.
• Three years of professional experience as an Accountant/Auditor.
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) may substitute for a degree in Accounting.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in preparing sophisticated financial projections and developing actionable insights.
• Proficiency in processing and accounting for revenue, including preparing reconciliations for complex accounts.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee payment processing operations in a large organization.
• Hands-on experience using ERP systems like Oracle or advanced Microsoft Office tools for complex analyses.
• Comprehensive understanding of governmental accounting principles, including deep knowledge of GASB standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced accounting work, managing and analyzing financial operations.
• Ensure adherence to Government Standards Board (GASB) standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Reconcile accounts and prepare year-end financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with Montgomery County's Office of Management and Budget/Finance/Procurement policies.
• Prepare detailed financial analyses and recommend actionable solutions for resource allocation optimization.
• Act as a trusted financial advisor for internal stakeholders, providing guidance on budgetary and financial matters.
• Utilize integrated ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) for projections, reconciliations, and comprehensive reporting.
• Monitor expenditure reports and provide oversight for payment processing operations.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees