Accountant I
Williamson County•Georgetown: 1848 Texas Trail, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
Responsible for entry-level accounting duties in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and applicable laws, codes, and regulations. Ensures accuracy and completeness of financial information and reports.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in accounting or finance
- One (1) year of basic financial experience
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and financial systems
- Valid driver’s license (Required within thirty (30) days of employment)
Responsibilities
- Balances and reconciles the general ledger and subsidiary accounting systems
- Examines all accounting transactions for accuracy
- Makes corrections to financial records as necessary
- Reviews contracts and agreements for budget appropriateness
- Reviews Commissioner’s Court agenda; identifies all project related contracts, work authorizations, change orders, and agreements
- Prepares grant reports, including monitoring grant expenditures and revenues as well as ensures compliance with grantor requirements
- Communicates frequently with county staff and the general public to exchange financial information
- Reviews and approves electronic asset transfer forms
- Creates and bills monthly and quarterly invoices; reviews and follows up on past-due invoices
- Assists with recording and reporting of fixed assets
- Prepares journal entries
- Assists with year-end procedures
- Reviews expenditures for classifying in the appropriate fiscal year until the financial reports are issued
- Prepares and reviews financial reports
- Assists with reviewing issues regarding project invoices, budgets, contracts, or any other accounting or financial inquiries
- Assists with various county financial related reports, research, and other financial information as needed
- Collaborates with project managers on work authorizations and amendments
- Assists Accountant II with various tasks
- Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
- Performs special duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
