Accounting - Accountant II / Staff Accountant

City of Lebanon•Lebanon, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Applies established accounting principles to analyze financial data and prepare comprehensive financial reports. Compiles and evaluates financial information to prepare entries to various accounts—such as general ledger accounts—while accurately documenting business transactions.

Requirements

Ability to solve practical problems and work with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to interpret instructions delivered in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
Knowledge of municipal accounting procedures.
Proficiency in software applications including Microsoft Excel, Data Quest, and Munis.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Proficiency in operating general office equipment and modern office technology.
Skill in the use of calculators and related office tools.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical reports, financial statements, and legal documents.
Exercises sound judgment when evaluating situations and making decisions.
Demonstrates the ability to respond effectively to inquiries or concerns from customers, regulatory agencies, and members of the business community.
Capable of preparing written reports that conform to prescribed formats and standards.
Ability to clearly and effectively present information to management and staff in both oral and written form.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and perform complex calculations using Microsoft Excel and various accounting software programs.
Proficiency in applying mathematical operations such as frequency distribution, test reliability and validity calculations, analysis of variance, and financial computations related to ledger maintenance and reconciliations.
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field is required.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced experience with Microsoft Excel, is required.
Prior experience with computerized financial and accounting systems, such as Tyler Technologies or comparable accounting/ERP platforms, is required.

Nice To Haves

At least one (1) year of prior governmental accounting experience is preferred.
Certified Municipal Finance Officer (CMFO) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares monthly financial reports and monitors credit card and online payment receipts.
Records and reconciles year-end accruals.
Maintains general ledger accounts and reconciles with miscellaneous receivables ledgers.
Maintains general ledger accounts and reconciles with inventory ledgers.
Maintains general ledger accounts and reconciles with construction-in-process ledgers.
Oversees the year-end process for closing inventory and construction-in-process accounts.
Maintains general ledger accounts and reconciles with plant assets ledgers.
Maintains general ledger accounts and reconciles with bonds payable ledgers.
Manages the Debt Book, including entering new bond information, updating payments, and ensuring all profiles remain current and accurate.
Reconciles all City bank accounts.
Reconciles payroll entries to the general ledger and collaborates with the Payroll Department to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Performs cash management procedures as required.
Cross-trains in all aspects of NextGen and Munis systems.
Assists the Accounting Manager with special projects, report preparation, and annual budget development; attends meetings as necessary.
Prepares invoices for services provided by various City departments.
Prepares the annual report detailing the use of Federal Government funds granted to the Lebanon Police Department.
Assists other Finance and Accounting staff as directed by the Accounting Manager.
Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this role.