Accountant B (General Sessions)

Shelby County • Memphis, TN

2d

About The Position

Works under limited supervision to perform advanced professional accounting work
and related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience in accounting; AND
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Public Business Administration or related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
• Must be proficient in all MS Office applications (Excel Word PowerPoint and Access) with mandatory advanced Excel spreadsheet experience including creating macros pivot tables and using VLOOKUP etc.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practices and auditing procedures.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Knowledge of budgeting; fiscal management and purchasing procedures.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of supervision.
• Knowledge of the rules; regulations and contract requirements governing the agency's financial record-keeping operations and skills in applying them.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel; Access and Word and ability to learn the County's computerized financial systems.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accounting records involving technical data.
• Assists with daily reconciliations of cash and credit card payments.
• Assists with monthly reconciliations of financial reports.
• Provides information for and assists with month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepares and submits Journal entries for approval.
• Assists with audits for various sections as directed.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees