General Accounting Specialist
Elkhart County Government•Goshen, IN
•Onsite
About The Position
Audits all departmental budgets and funds within county government. Provides guidance to departments on government accounting procedures prescribed by Indiana law and State Board of Accounts. Monitors cash flow of all funds, and forecasts deficiencies in cash balance or appropriations. Prepares and balances reports for all governmental agencies and companies, including Accounts Receivables. Assists with Accounts Payable and Payroll functions as needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting, payroll, and bookkeeping skills, Indiana Code, State/County government operations
- Excellent organizational, communication skills and a sound knowledge of office procedures and practices
- Pre-employment background check
Responsibilities
- Audits all departmental budgets and funds within county government.
- Provides guidance to departments on government accounting procedures prescribed by Indiana law and State Board of Accounts.
- Monitors cash flow of all funds, and forecasts deficiencies in cash balance or appropriations.
- Prepares and balances reports for all governmental agencies and companies, including Accounts Receivables.
- Assists with Accounts Payable and Payroll functions as needed.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
- FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
- Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
- 14 Paid Holidays Annually
- Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
