Accountant

CITY OF WOOD DALE•Wood Dale, IL

14d•$75,350 - $112,703

About The Position

The City of Wood Dale is seeking a full-time Accountant. This position involves professional level accounting work, including, but not limited to: · Bank reconciliations · Payroll processing and verification · Monthly financial reporting · Annual audit coordination · Annual Treasurer’s Report · Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) · Annual budget preparation · Budget-in-brief preparation This position will also provide support for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Utility Billing, and front-end operations, including cashiering and general customer service.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of accounting principles
The ability to develop and refine departmental procedures and policies
The ability to work well with other operating departments
Significant Excel, Word, Power Point, and ERP system knowledge and experience are required
Ability to present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
Establish effective working relationships with staff and elected officials of the City
A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree required
Municipal or fund accounting experience required

Nice To Haves

CPFO
CPA
Advanced degree

Responsibilities

Bank reconciliations
Payroll processing and verification
Monthly financial reporting
Annual audit coordination
Annual Treasurer’s Report
Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR)
Annual budget preparation
Budget-in-brief preparation
Support for Accounts Receivable
Support for Accounts Payable
Support for Utility Billing
Support for front-end operations, including cashiering and general customer service