Temporary Senior Accounting Specialist

City of Burlington, Vermont•South Burlington, VT

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This temporary position provides accounting and financial support to the Finance function of Burlington International Airport (BTV). Under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Senior Accounting Specialist performs a variety of accounting, financial reporting, reconciliation, budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial analysis activities. The position is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records and supporting the monthly closing process, financial reporting, budget monitoring, cash flow management, and internal financial controls. The Senior Accounting Specialist works closely with Airport Finance staff and the City of Burlington Accounting Office to ensure financial transactions and reporting are processed in accordance with City policies and procedures, generally accepted accounting practices, and applicable State and Federal requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration /Accounting or minimum of 5 years of office management experience with demonstrated supervisory and management capabilities and a proven working knowledge of accounting practices and procedures, including budget and management responsibility and familiarity with lease and contracts required.
Proficiency in a Windows environment with advanced skills in spreadsheet, word processing and database programs required.
Must successfully complete a ten (10) year background check, including a fingerprint based criminal history record check (CHRC).

Nice To Haves

Background in an Airport work environment preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of computer and network systems preferred.
Experience in Grant Administration preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs day-to-day accounting functions in support of Burlington International Airport's Finance operations.
Assists with the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, including preparation and review of accounting entries, reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.
Performs bank, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other account reconciliations and researches discrepancies as necessary.
Reviews accounting transactions for accuracy, completeness, appropriate coding, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
Prepares and processes journal entries and other accounting adjustments as directed by the Director of Finance.
Assists with the preparation of monthly financial statements, management reports, financial schedules, and supporting analyses.
Performs budget-to-actual analysis and assists in monitoring Airport departmental expenditures and revenues.
Assists with the preparation and maintenance of budget schedules, forecasts, financial models, and other financial analyses.
Supports accounts payable functions, including invoice review, account coding, payment processing, vendor documentation, and reconciliation of outstanding balances.
Supports accounts receivable and billing functions, including invoice preparation, cash receipts, account reconciliation, collection tracking, and follow-up on outstanding balances.
Assists with cash flow monitoring and reporting by compiling and analyzing revenue, expenditure, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other cash-related information.
Assists with the maintenance and review of Airport financial systems, accounting records, and financial reporting data.
Performs data analysis and prepares spreadsheets, reports, schedules, and presentations to support management decision-making.
Uses Microsoft Excel to organize, analyze, reconcile, and present financial information.
Assists with the development and maintenance of financial reporting tools, templates, and processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Supports the Director of Finance in identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies, unusual transactions, and financial reporting issues.
Assists with periodic audits and financial reviews by preparing schedules, reconciliations, supporting documentation, and requested financial information.
Assists in responding to requests for financial information from the Director of Aviation, Director of Finance, City Accounting Office, Airport management, auditors, and other authorized stakeholders.
Works with the City of Burlington Accounting Office as directed to ensure appropriate accounting treatment, timely reporting, and compliance with City financial policies and procedures.
Assists with maintaining appropriate internal controls and documentation over financial transactions.
Maintains accurate and organized electronic and paper financial records in accordance with City policies and applicable records-retention requirements.
Assists with financial data gathering and analysis related to Airport operational planning, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.
Performs research and analysis related to Airport revenues, expenditures, tenant billing, airline-related financial activity, grants, and other financial matters as assigned.
Assists with the preparation of financial information and supporting materials for Airport management and the Airport Commission.
Maintains confidentiality of financial, personnel, vendor, customer, tenant, airline, and other sensitive information.
Identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, controls, and financial data accuracy and communicates them.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental operations.