Accountant II

City of Mansfield JobBoard•Mansfield, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs professional accounting work in support of the City's financial operations. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, preparing journal entries and financial reports, reconciling accounts, supporting the annual audit process, and monitoring grant compliance. Exercises independent judgment on routine accounting matters and refers complex or sensitive issues to a supervisor. Work is reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with applicable accounting standards, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Knowledge of and experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets, including the ability to create and maintain spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and prepare financial reports; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and the ability to apply applicable standards to municipal financial reporting and recordkeeping.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as applied to governmental fund accounting, including the ability to record, classify, and report financial transactions in accordance with governmental accounting requirements.
Ability to leverage technology to drive efficiency, enhance collaboration, and support Accounting and business processes.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and directly related experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience in public sector finance, accounting, or grants.
Experience with Tyler Munis or similar governmental financial management software preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain general ledger accounts and subsidiary records; prepare and post journal entries on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to record financial transactions and support the monthly financial close.
Reconcile bank statements for all City accounts, research variances, and recommend correcting entries; reconcile financial discrepancies by analyzing ledgers, reports, and accounting records.
Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries; verify documentation and process disbursements; maintain accounting controls in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Prepare monthly, special, and project-specific financial reports; research and analyze account balances, budget overruns, and allocation discrepancies, and recommend resolutions.
Prepare schedules, closing entries, and financial statements to support internal and external audit processes; ensure conformance with applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
Monitor grant expenditures for compliance with grant agreements and federal regulations; prepare and submit financial reports and reimbursement requests to funding agencies; perform month-end reconciliations for all grant funds.
Assist in preparing the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and Schedule of Expenditures of State Awards (SESA) and provide supporting documentation for annual audits.
Contribute to team efforts and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.