Accountant I

Summary : Under general direction of assigned supervisor, or designee, the Accountant I performs complex accounting duties, including general ledger reconciliations, financial reporting and record keeping; maintains a variety of accounts and subsidiary ledgers and performs a variety of accounting functions relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

• Performs professional accounting functions in compliance with generally accepted accounting practices
• Posts data to various ledgers, registers, journals, and logs according to established accounting standards and procedures.
• Prepares journal entries.
• Maintains an array of accounts on the general and subsidiary ledgers.
• Prepares monthly fiscal reports, special reports, and annual reports and returns relating to assigned accounts.
• Maintains, reconciles, and audits a variety of ledgers, reports, and accounting transactions to ensure accuracy.
• Enters updated information into select databases and maintains accurate records reconciling these databases to the general ledger.
• Monitors and balances various accounts, including verifying availability of funds and classifying expenditures.
• Prepares end-of-year audit work papers for assigned accounts.
• Prepares various schedules, statements, notes, and analysis in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
• Ensures contractors are paid in a timely manner.
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other essential duties as assigned;
• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of all cultures and / or backgrounds.
• Subject to 24- hour recall : The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime including during emergency situations (defined as any natural or man-made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel or citizens). In the event of an emergency and / or a required evacuation, the incumbent may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential duties for the benefit of the general public including services or duties different from those performed in the normal course and scope of the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES : To perform in this position successfully, and individual(s) must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (Certification / Licensure) : The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions in the event that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Positions in this class typically require : stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and / or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and / or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

The City of Stafford is an Equal Opportunity Employer