Senior Accountant

City of San Antonio•78205, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, is responsible for performing complex accounting and analytical financial management work requiring professional knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of accounting. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
Three (3) years of experience in budgeting and/or accounting.
Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of accounting.
Knowledge of principles and practices of financial record keeping.
Knowledge of principles, practices and methods used in the development of financial reports.
Knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
Skill in operating a calculator or ten key adding machine.
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, employees, management, and the general public.
Ability to develop clear, concise, and detailed reports and financial statements.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to develop charts, graphs, and spreadsheets utilizing personal computer programs.
Ability to interpret and analyze complex statistical data.
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Preparing and reviewing financial statements
Overseeing AP/AR, payroll accounting, or inventory accounting

Responsibilities

Prepares financial statements including profit and loss, balance sheets, and subsidiary statements.
Reviews and analyzes general ledger account balance and makes recommendations for corrections.
Maintains structure and integrity of accounting system, including creating funds and accounts in accordance with the Uniform Accounting System.
Enters budget transfers and journal entries; completes month and year-end closings.
Reviews and interprets financial records.
Compiles statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports for management.
Traces and reconciles records of financial transactions.
Creates and updates policies and procedures relating to safeguarding the City's assets.
Coordinates external audit, including preparing audit schedules, updates the notes to the financial statements, coordinates audit timeline, and facilitates audit requests.
Coordinates special projects and assignments, including inventory, actuarial reports, etc.
Provides assistance for the budget process.
Participates in design and modification of information systems.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.