Accountant

City of Flagstaff•Flagstaff, AZ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Flagstaff’s Finance team as an Accountant and become part of a dedicated group of finance and accounting professionals committed to ensuring accountability, accuracy, and transparency in the City’s financial operations. In this role, you will contribute to a wide range of meaningful projects and assignments, including federal and state grant accounting, reconciliations, and annual financial reporting. Accountants work closely with assigned sections and divisions across the organization to provide financial guidance, support operational needs, and help maintain strong fiscal stewardship for the community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or closely related field
One (1) year of professional accounting experience, or any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to one year of professional accounting experience
Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver’s license
Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience in governmental accounting and/or budgeting

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
Works with internal divisions to assist with financial questions, analysis of data, and providing division specific input
Analyzes the completeness and accuracy of accounting reports and transactions
Prepares workpapers and assists external auditors on the annual financial audit
Prepares adjusting journals to financial records
Complies with financial reporting requirements as they relate to federal, state, and local grant requirements
Reviews general ledger accounts to ensure proper reporting of financial information in accordance with established accounting practices and rules
Complete basic bank reconciliations, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) assignments and general work assignments with minimal supervision
Attend management meetings to provide presentations and support to divisions related to financial information
Adhere to established accounting standards and city deadlines on assigned tasks
Carry out day-to-day accounting activities to ensure compliance with federal and state awards related to grant reimbursements and reporting
Work in a team-based environment requiring problem solving skills in the application of accounting standards
Performs related duties, as assigned

Benefits

Competitive pay
Outstanding benefits
Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
457 Deferred Compensation Options
Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
Tuition Assistance
Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
Tobacco Cessation Program
Employer Assistance Program
Recognition including Work i versary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
Employee Discounts: Mountain L ine Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers