Accountant I/II/III

City of Abilene • Abilene, TX

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About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Division Manager - Controller or Assistant Director of Finance, this role involves performing a variety of professional accounting and financial tasks. These tasks include maintaining accurate records of public expenditures, revenues, and budgets; grant tracking and reporting; accounting reconciliations; financial tracking and reporting in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles; assisting with the preparation of operating and capital budgets; and other financial duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least six (6) months of general accounting experience is preferred for Accountant I.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required for all levels.
• A valid Texas driver’s license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment or a military waiver is preferred for all levels.
• Two (2) years of general accounting experience is required for Accountant II.
• Three (3) years of general accounting experience is required for Accountant III.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification, Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) is required for Accountant III.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced computer software skills, including proficiency in accounting and financial management software for Accountant II.
• Advanced accounting theory, principles, and practices for Accountant III.
• Ability to conduct specialized research and manage special projects for Accountant III.

Responsibilities

• Meet job deadlines for assigned functions.
• Maintain information and accurate records of expenditures, revenues, and budgets of specific accounts, projects, and areas assigned.
• Set up and maintain financial records for assigned grants; monitor grant expenditures to ensure they align with budgeted amounts; prepare and submit financial reports to grantors and regulatory bodies; track grant revenue and ensure timely drawdowns or reimbursement requests; record grant income and expenses in accordance with accounting principles.
• Perform various accounting reconciliations.
• Respond to staff inquiries; provide assistance and technical advice; assist departments with transaction inquiries and reports in ERP software; and consult with departments on their budget and other accounting and financial reporting needs.
• Modify specific accounting procedures to ensure conformance to policy and accounting standards; Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards; Compile and maintain financial records and information required for compliance with current accounting standards.
• Provide information; compile data; prepare written reports and financial statements related to specific funds assigned.
• Prepare comparative analysis of operating programs by analyzing costs in relation to previous fiscal years.
• Assist in the annual audit and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
• Prepare, formulate, and monitor assigned areas of the City's operating and capital budgets.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• HIPAA Compliance training is required within sixty (60) days of employment.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree