Accountant I - Temporary

Madison County Government • Edwardsville, IL

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About The Position

Assists Fiscal Officer in performing department budgetary functions and related accounting activities in conformance to State and Federal regulations for the County’s Community Development Department.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Two (2) years related work experience
• A valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Performs department budgetary functions and related accounting activities in conformance to State and Federal regulations for the County’s Community Development Grant Programs.
• Monitors and maintains cash balances for Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant; requests cash when required; codes, records and processes cash invoices within a three-day deadline after receipt of funds; ensures and monitors compliance with federal regulations.
• Reviews general ledger reports and reconciles balances within project files.
• Assists in preparing annual performance report to HUD.
• Receives and refers inquiries, researches and provides information to external agencies/personnel and County department/personnel.
• Monitors non-profit agencies under contract with ESG for financial compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of changes in State and Federal programmatic requirements to ensure compliance.
• Monitors and maintains cash balances for the Lead Based Paint Hazard Control Program, requests cash as required; codes, records and processes invoices; ensures and monitors compliance with federal regulations.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level