Accountant I.II

City of Evans•Evans, CO

50d•$60,907 - $93,796•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant I.II performs professional level accounting functions, including recording, and reporting financial transactions, reviewing accounting records, and preparing financial statements and reports. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from level I or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience. Accountant I: Accountant I is under general supervision; this is the entry-level class in the professional accounting series. Employees entering the class have limited related work experience. The Accountant I class is distinguished from level II by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to level II. Employees are expected to exercise more independence and initiative as procedures and processes of assigned areas of responsibility are learned. Accountant II: Accountant II is under general supervision; this is the journey-level class in the professional accounting series and is distinguished from level I by the ability to perform the full range of duties with considerable independence and initiative and only occasional instruction or assistance.

Requirements

Knowledge of municipal governance, teamwork, problem-solving, relationship-building, customer service, detail oriented, technology/equipment proficiency, policy adherence, time management, result-orientation, research and analyzing data, decision-making, self-motivation, stewardship, integrity, and upholding our EDGE core values.
Ability to listen to, read, understand, and communicate the English language both orally and in writing so others can understand, such as correspondence, report writing, and emails.
To support consistent high-quality service for our community and each other, it is the expectation of all employees to be punctual and have good attendance and to communicate effectively for scheduling conflicts or when taking leave according to city policy.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
Knowledge of the general principles, methods, techniques, and practices of automated accounting.
Knowledge of banking processes, cash receipting, utility billing processes, general ledger postings and cash handling.
Knowledge of basic payroll practices and processing.
Skill in posting, balancing, and reconciling transactions in a general ledger.
Skill in accurately performing complex mathematical computations.
Ability to learn and use the City’s automated financial systems.
Skill in maintaining detailed financial records of enterprise, capital projects and other funds.
Skill in reviewing and approving encumbrances and payments of capital funds ensuring compliance with contracts and budget authorizations.
Ability to coordinate and supervise annual audits of fixed assets and materials inventories.
Ability to perform internal financial audits.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
0-2 years of related experience.
Valid Colorado Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
2-4 years of professional accounting experience.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Experience in public/municipal sector.

Responsibilities

Performs a wide variety of complex and routine accounting duties.
Participates in annual budget process.
Assists with annual audit of City, financial records, preparing account reconciliations, year-end accounting entries, and various schedules. Prepares work papers and supporting documentation as requested by the City’s external auditors.
Assists with procurement under local, state, federal, and grantor requirements.
Responsible for the financial tracking of the City, and ERA’s fixed assets. Coordinates and oversees annual audit of fixed assets. Prepares accounting entries for general fixed assets.
Assist other Departments with grant planning applications to include grant compliance, and project budgets.
Perform grant-related post-award functions, including budget and expense analysis, financial reporting, requests for reimbursement, and grant closeout functions as required by Local, State, and Federal requirements.
Performs internal auditing functions, such as quarterly purchasing card audits, quarterly cash drawer counts, and quarterly revenue reconciliations.
Processes monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns received from taxpayers. Issues sales and use tax delinquent notices and non-filing notices as necessary and follows-up with taxpayers to bring all notices to resolution. Prepares monthly and annual sales and uses tax reports and analysis as requested by management.
Processes business license applications and renewals. Engage with the business community to increase sales tax collections from online sellers in accordance with newly enacted Evans Municipal Code section 3.04.270-Marketplace Sales and Economic Nexus.
Performs bi-weekly payroll procedures in a backup role, which is primarily review of timecards, payroll register, reports of employee withholdings/remittances to trust funds, and GL entries. Assists with analysis and reporting for payroll area.
Cross trains and serves as a back-up for other finance and accounting functions, such as accounts payable, payroll, sales and use tax, and daily deposit of cash receipts. May serve as a back-up to the Finance Manager or provide coverage during his/her absence.
Responsible for reviewing and posting VISA allocations.
Reconciles various bank accounts monthly. Processes and tracks returned checks received from bank.
Processes month-end close of City’s books and performs monthly analytical review of the City’s books.
Prepares quarterly billing to the Fire District, District 6, and High Plains Library District.
Maintains detailed financial records of enterprises, capital projects and other funds. Reviews encumbrances and payments of capital funds ensuring compliance with contracts and budget authorizations.
Prepares the monthly financial report for distribution to City Council and Management.
As a member of the City of Evans team, employees are privileged to serve each other and the community; therefore, will be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.