Senior Accountant

TOWN OF GLASTONBURY•Glastonbury Center, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under broad supervision of the Controller, prepares and examines financial records, data and reports. This part-time role with the Accounting Division of the Finance Department is approximately 20 hours per week with a flexible Monday-Friday schedule.

Requirements

Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
Experience with administration of financial accounting software, preferably Munis
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
Ability to work with recurring deadlines
Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information
Ability to work independently
Detailed orientated, professional attitude and reliable
Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills, including the ability to communicate with various levels of the organization
Problem-solving, and analytical skills
Organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
Ability to perform manipulative skills which require hand-eye coordination such as keyboarding skills
Ability to see objects closely as in reading and typing a document
Ability to pay attention to detail and concentrate for sixty (60) minutes or more with frequent interruptions, remember multiple assignments given over long periods of time, and understand the theories behind several related concepts
Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field and five (5) years of directly-related experience, Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field and three (3) years of directly-related experience, or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed sufficient to perform the functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

Audit background preferred

Responsibilities

Compiles financial information and prepares schedules and reports, including but not limited to financial statements, business activity reports, and reports required by regulatory agencies (including State of CT unclaimed property).
Prepares data and creates reports to inform the work of others, such as contributing to the annual audits (e.g., town-wide audit) and aiding with the annual budgetary process.
Reconciles account balances, including retiree health insurance bills, Town Payroll bank account, and Town Accounts Payable bank account.
Uses activity management software to record departmental activity and reconcile associated bank accounts.
Tracks farmland leases and payments.
Prepares annual GASB 87 Leases and GASB 96 Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangements reporting.
Coordinates collection of related data with various Town departments.
Participates in the preparation of other sections of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as needed.
Contributes to a respectful and safe work environment by fostering a culture of positive communication, ethical behavior and emphasis on providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.
Provides back-up to Account Clerk, Payroll Coordinator and Controller in preparation of month-end closing activities.
Provides administrative and technical support to accounting and finance personnel.
Completes special projects as assigned.
Performs other duties as required.
Maintains confidentiality of records and information as appropriate.
Observes safe work practices.
Represents the Town in a professional and courteous manner; observes and respects the dignity of all persons.
Regularly attends and is punctual for work.