Staff Accountant

Wright County•Mn 55313, MN

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant performs intermediate technical work administering, maintaining, and preparing financial records and reports, including administering and maintaining the integrated financial system. The position performs a variety of accounting functions under the limited supervision of the Accounting Manager. The hiring pay range is $29.34 to $32.86 per hour, depending on qualifications and direct work experience. The role supports County departments with accounting and financial operations, maintains the County gravel operator database, and handles reporting and aggregate tax collection requirements. Other duties and activities may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and one year of experience in accounting, banking, auditing, or a related financial field.
Knowledge of government accounting methods, principles, and practices.
Knowledge of County government workflows and processes; financial and accounting systems and programs; payroll programs and funding sources; public and business administration methods and procedures; and local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and finance coding.
Skill using standard office equipment, computers, and software programs.
Verbal and written communication skills to present information and respond to questions from varied audiences.
Reading comprehension sufficient to interpret technical financial documents.
Interpersonal skills to exchange and convey information, receive work direction, and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to enter data into databases and analyze department budgets and financial reports.
Ability to organize time, anticipate and plan for changing circumstances, pay attention to detail, and exercise strong organizational skills.
Ability to perform job duties in compliance with safety guidelines and maintain awareness of safety practices.
Ability to communicate courteously and professionally and maintain positive working relationships.
A valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required upon hire.
May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses or certifications depending on departmental assignment.

Nice To Haves

Payroll, budgetary, and/or audit support experience.

Responsibilities

Administer the integrated financial system, including training users, setting up accounts and user security, performing month-end and year-end closing procedures, preparing financial reports, overseeing assigned modules, testing the system, preparing user menus, and communicating the impact of system updates to end users.
Prepare accounting entries, transactions, and reconciliations to maintain accurate and timely financial records using spreadsheets, databases, and other mediums.
Monitor and reconcile cash balances.
Review and analyze transactions for trends, compliance, and irregularities.
Review receipt and disbursement listings for coding errors and other discrepancies.
Monitor contracts, audit invoicing, and track bills to agencies to ensure accurate documentation and follow-up.
Assist with year-end audit preparation, including preparing audit workpapers.
Work with software vendors to identify and resolve software or user problems.
Assist other departments with accounting and financial software questions.
Assist in administering and monitoring department financial operations, serve as a liaison on financial and accounting matters, and provide general accounting assistance to County departments.
Maintain the County gravel operator database, comply with Minnesota Department of Revenue reporting requirements, and collect aggregate tax.
Perform other duties and activities as assigned.