Accounting Associate Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures sufficient to perform assigned accounting duties.
• Ability to review and analyze financial records, reconcile accounts, identify discrepancies, and assist with resolving accounting issues.
• Ability to use computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, word processing applications, and other financial software.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate financial records, prepare supporting schedules, and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and work cooperatively with employees across City departments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity in handling financial information.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently within established procedures.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet applicable City pre-employment screening and background investigation requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant accounting experience, preferably involving general ledger accounting, account reconciliation, financial reporting, or related accounting functions.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, including governmental fund accounting and municipal financial reporting.
• Experience with budgeting, financial analysis, month-end closing activities, and audit preparation.
• Experience preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and preparing financial reports or supporting schedules.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and computerized municipal financial systems.
• Knowledge of internal controls, accounting procedures, and applicable financial policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to analyze financial information, investigate discrepancies, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to coordinate with other departments and external auditors to obtain documentation, resolve accounting questions, and support financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, or other languages commonly spoken in the Doraville community.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly reconciliations of assigned City bank accounts and identify and report discrepancies for review and resolution.
• Review and reconcile purchasing card transactions across City departments, ensuring expenditures are properly coded and supported by required receipts, documentation, and approvals.
• Enter financial transactions accurately and promptly into the City’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Review transactions and other financial documentation for completeness, accuracy, appropriate account coding, and compliance with established procedures.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing by compiling financial information, maintaining supporting schedules, and performing assigned reconciliations.
• Assist with annual audit preparation by gathering financial records, compiling supporting documentation, preparing assigned schedules, and responding to routine information requests.
• Assist with annual budget preparation by updating budget documents, compiling financial information, and maintaining supporting records.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records in accordance with City procedures and applicable record-retention requirements.
• Research routine accounting discrepancies and coordinate with appropriate personnel to resolve issues.
• Communicate with City departments and vendors to obtain documentation, clarify transaction information, and resolve routine accounting questions.
• Assist with preparing routine financial reports and account summaries as assigned.
• Provide backup support for the Business Services function, including administration and maintenance of alcohol beverage licenses and occupation tax certificates.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of financial records and information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees; dependent coverage is available at additional cost.
• Basic life insurance at no cost for full-time employees and eligible dependents; full-time employees also receive additional AD&D coverage.
• The City fully funds a 401a retirement plan.
• Employee-funded 457(b) deferred compensation plan with an employer match.
• Alternative work schedules, including compressed or hybrid options, are available to eligible full-time employees.