JOB SUMMARY
Working in a team environment, this position plans, coordinates, and performs various fiscal and accounting functions of the City.
Duties are primarily relative to general accounting, capital asset identification and compliance with various laws and regulations; however, other areas are assigned on as needed basis.
This position works with all departments in the City as well as other entities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in accounting required.
3 years' experience in a similar position in a municipal or other governmental finance department required.
Computer system experience required.
Special Requirements:
Analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills required.
Municipal Accounting experience and ACFR preparation experience highly desirable.
Possession of a valid class "C" Texas driver's license required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices.
Skill in mathematics, analyzing, and organization.
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both orally and in writing, including the proper use grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and good public speaking.
Ability to reconcile spreadsheets and General Ledger accounts to source documents.
Ability to analyze, identify and resolve variances.
Ability to exercise good judgment, make competent decisions, handle multiple projects, prioritize and organize work assignments, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure and stress.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is sedentary and requires the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: fingering, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, talking and visual acuity.