Municipal Accountant I

Inframark • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Municipal Accountant to support financial operations and reporting. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of accounting experience, strong working knowledge of the general ledger, and hands-on experience preparing monthly financial statements, including P&Ls and balance sheets. This role is essential in helping ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance within our financial processes. The Municipal Accountant will work closely with finance leadership to support month-end close activities, reporting, reconciliations, and analysis that guide decision-making across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in municipal, government, or public sector environments.
• Strong general ledger knowledge and experience with month-end close.
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, data validation).
• Experience preparing monthly P&Ls and balance sheets.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards (GASB) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly profit and loss (P&L) statements, balance sheets, and other financial reports.
• Assist with preparation and analysis of budget-to-actual variance reports.
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements.
• Perform general ledger entries, journal postings, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate and timely financial records following municipal accounting standards.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Complete bank, asset, liability, and expense reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, municipal regulations, and audit requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Create and maintain detailed financial reports using Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis tools.
• Compile, validate, and analyze financial data for management review.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure financial accuracy and alignment.
• Contribute to process improvements and financial system enhancements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees