Senior Accountant (Capital Projects)
City of Charleston
•$81,580 - $90,000•Onsite
About The Position
This role applies generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to oversee financial reporting, accounting and compliance for the City’s capital projects. This role will also analyze financial information and prepare financial reports.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in accounting or a related field and 2 two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile capital project funds, including assets, liabilities, revenues and expenditures.
- Prepare journal entries to the general ledger related to capital projects and associated funding sources.
- Monitor capital project budgets and analyze variances between budgeted and actual expenditures.
- Record and track revenues from bonds, grants, contributions, and other capital funding sources.
- Compile and submit documentation for reimbursements (bonds, grants, etc.)
- Prepare documentation/schedules for annual audit and respond to auditor inquiries.
- Research and resolve any discrepancies for all assigned governmental funds/accounts.
- Utilize computerized accounting systems to maintain accurate records and generate financial and accounting reports.
- Participates in special projects when needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
