Accountant

City of San Antonio•78207, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing routine and moderately complex accounting and analytical work requiring professional knowledge of theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining, and analyzing accounting records and financial transactions. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises no supervision. Work Location Municipal Courts - 401 S. Frio, San Antonio, TX (78207) Work Schedule 8 :00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
One (1) year of accounting experience.
Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.
Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of accounting.
Knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and policies.
Knowledge of accounting related computer programs and software.
Knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
Skill in operating a calculator and/or a ten key adding machine.
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to apply accounting principles and practices to municipal accounting.
Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial documents and reports.
Ability to prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

Valid Driver's License.
Experience with SAP.
Proficient in Excel.
Excellent customer service and follow up skills.
Excellent attention to details.

Responsibilities

Prepares forecast data, journal entries, adjustments, and schedule.
Maintains and reconciles monthly reports, invoices, statements, and other records of financial transactions.
Prepares working papers, schedules, exhibits, and summaries.
Examines and maintains a variety of accounting documents and verifies accuracy of computations.
Determines that all transactions are properly supported, are in accordance with pertinent regulations, and are classified and recorded according to acceptable accounting standards.
Prepares documents for processing.
Reviews monthly, quarterly, and annual expenditure reports.
Provides assistance to auditors as needed.
Participates in the completion of special studies and projects.
Assists in the preparation and administration of the department or division budget.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.