Position: Senior Accountant
Reports to: Accounting Manager, co-reporting to Finance Director
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Emergency Classification: Essential Position Summary
Pay Grade: 111
This is administrative accounting work performing a variety of complex accounting tasks. The Senior Accountant will apply principles of accounting in the analysis of financial data to reconcile accounts, verify the accuracy and completeness of general ledger data, prepare adjusting journal entries, maintain fixed asset records, compile financial statements and grant reports, assist with processing biweekly payroll, and assist in preparing annual audit schedules. Work shall be performed in compliance with GAAP and GASB standards, Uniform Grant Guidance, pertinent state and federal regulations, and Town financial policies and ordinances. The Senior Staff Accountant will perform under the general direction of the Accounting Manager and requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment. Performance is evaluated through observation, feedback, and results obtained.
Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation: If assigned, employees in this classification will be required to report and carry out duties as directed for the duration of an emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.
Examples of Essential Duties
- Reviews, interprets and applies GAAP, GASB, Uniform Grant Guidance, state and federal regulations, and Town financial policies that govern accounting, grants, payroll, and financial reporting.
- Assists in the development, documentation, implementation, and administration of accounting procedures including those related to internal control, fund accounting, grants accounting, payroll processing, accounts receivable, accounts payables, liability insurance, year-end close, annual audit, and financial reporting.
- Reconciles general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Works closely with other departments to ensure the accuracy of the data being imported to the general ledger from designated subsystems or processes.
- Researches and analyzes general ledger account activity to provide explanations for balances and variances upon request.
- Prepares thoroughly documented journal entries to general ledger accounts.
- Develops training materials and provides training in the Town's financial system as necessary.
- Assists in maintaining the chart of accounts, including the setup of new funds, departments, sub-departments, projects, and accounts.
- Develops and maintains custom financial reports within the Town's financial system.
- Reconciles bank account balances and activity to that of the general ledger.
- Assists with monthly investment processing and reconciliation, including recording of investment revenue and any periodic market adjustments.
- Assists with the preparation of monthly cash and investment reports.
- Maintains inventory of fixed assets for insurance purposes.
- Maintains accounting records for fixed assets, including preparation of year-end audit schedules.
- Works with the team to ensure all month-end closing processes occur consistently.
- Assists in periodic reviews of trial balance to ensure all balances have been reconciled, are accurate, and can be explained.
- Performs necessary research, reconciliations, and analysis to assist in the preparation of year-end adjustments and accruals.
- Assists in annual audit by preparing requested schedules and reports, as well as providing explanations of supporting material as needed.
- Assists in the preparation of year-end financial statements.
- Assists in variance analysis for the completion of the ACFR Management Discussion and Analysis.
- Prepares required grant reports.
- Assists in the development and preparation of periodic cash flow statements.
- Assists in the preparation of the fiscal year budget.
- Assists in the review and processing of department FOIA requests.
- Attends meetings and educational seminars as required.
- Performs other duties assigned as related to the job.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.)
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, mathematics, business, or related field is required.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting is required, preferably in a government setting.
- CMA or CPA certification is desirable but not required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of principles and practices of financial administration, including financial reporting and analysis.
- Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and GASB (Government Accounting Standards Bureau) standards, as well as Uniform Grant Guidance and grant reporting systems.
- Knowledge of integrated financial system software.
- Knowledge of general and accounting-related computer applications such as Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency in Excel and Pivot Tables in financial reporting.
- Proficiency in PowerPoint to present financial information.
- Skill in understanding and following both oral and written instructions and effective communication in Standard English.
- Ability to generate complex financial reports and accurate, concise variance analysis.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations to fiscal matters.
- Ability to prepare, examine, and verify financial documents.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to exercise tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff at all levels in the organization.
Physical Requirements:
- Tasks involve some physical effort in standing, bending, stooping, stretching, walking, or moderate lifting (20 pounds); and standard dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of office equipment.
- Tasks may involve extended periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Environmental Requirements:
- Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
- Ability to perform strenuous work in varying and adverse weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and potentially dangerous environments.
Sensory Requirements:
- Tasks require sound perception and visual perception.
- Tasks require oral communication.
The Town of Fort Myers Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment at the Town of Fort Myers Beach is contingent upon your successful completion of the following:
- Pre-employment drug screening, pursuant to the Drug-Free /Alcohol-Free Employment Policy as outlined in the Town's Employee Handbook adopted by Council effective January 2022.
- General background verification.
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