POSITION SUMMARY: Incumbents perform professional level accounting duties, financial analysis and reporting activities to include establishing and maintaining accounting systems functioning within federal, state and GASB guidelines, rules, policies and procedures.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Relationships with coworkers shall be guided by the following tenets: The incumbent is cooperative and, when appropriate, assists others. Works to promote teamwork within the department and within the City in general. Shares information with peers. Resolves conflict through the use of tact and diplomacy. Accepts responsibility and works well when given responsibility. Accepts and is eager to learn new duties. Offers suggestions to improve the activities of the department and the operation of the City in general.
Continually strives to improve the proficiency of their job performance and provide a safe work environment. Is a self-starter. Exhibits a positive image and outlook when interacting with coworkers and/or the public. Serves as a positive role model for others.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
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Coordinates and performs routine and specialized accounting and financial activities in support of the Citywide accounting system including functions of accounts receivable, accounts payable, special assessments, cash receipts, reconciliations, fixed assets and infrastructure relating to GASB 34, inventory, investments, grants, construction-inprogress, and long-term debt. Daily
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Provides staff support, direction and interpretation concerning how to accurately code and record financial data. Maintains and monitors financial software applications. Daily
3. Assists in the preparation of financial reports and annual budget. Closes year-end financial statements. Daily
4. Coordinates and maintains payroll functions and payroll records. Daily
5. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (position requirements at entry) :
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Fund and cost accounting practices and procedures.
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The application of accounting principles to the financial statements with the ability to analyze financial information and other related documents.
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Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board
Statements and Interpretations (GASB).
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Problem solving and analytical skills.
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Communicate verbally and in writing.
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Interpret and apply policy and procedures.
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Analyze and explain the impacts of authoritative standards and work with staff within the department and at other departments to establish guidelines and implement policies, procedures and processes to assure compliance.
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Municipal accounting systems and procedures and personal computer business software applications including Microsoft Office products.
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Familiarity with City departments and functional responsibilities.
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State and Federal regulations regarding employee benefits, and employment reporting.
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Using a variety of office equipment and related applications;
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TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE (position requirements at entry) :
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field and five years of general accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (position requirements at entry) :
 Valid Driver’s License
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
CLASSIFICATION AND HISTORY:
Fox, Lawson and Associates Rating: B24
Position Designation: Senior Operator
Civil Service Commission approved new classification on 8-8-05
Updated and Civil Service Approved on 03/19/07
04/18/08 – Civil Service Annual Review – No Changes
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