ACA/ GRANTS / ACCOUNTANT AUDITOR

ACA / GRANTS / ACCOUNTANT AUDITOR

Salary : $ 57,211.00-$68,000.00

SECTION I-JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

Performs financial management duties associated with Federal and State grant funding received by Cameron County. Requires qualified individual to understand, interpret and follow federal, state and local guidelines and protocols related to governmental accounting and grant funding.

Position will be responsible for maintaining financials for projects and grants to include reconciliation to County's financial system, prepare grant billings and reports, prepare financial statements and maintain project budget for grant compliance.

Other duties as assigned. This position is under the direction of the County Auditor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The duties include maintenance of all transactions related to grant financial management. This position must ensure compliance with all administrative and financial responsibilities as set forth in the respective Grant Conditions.

All financial records are required to be compliant with internal control, procurement, audit and reporting standards at all times.

All reports and financial statements must be submitted in a timely manner and comply with grant funding requirements.

SECTION II-JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate's / Bachelor's in Accounting (closely related field), or equivalent work related experience with governmental fund accounting, grants management, or preparation of financial statements and audit experienc e.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy; ability to effectively respond to questions and complaints;
• good working knowledge of general office administration, and ability to work independent of direct daily supervision; ability to understand state and federal laws, rules and regulations as they apply to County Government;
• skills in the operation of a personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to adjust rapidly to fluctuating situations, and multiple simultaneous projects;
• ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up assignments with minimum direction; ability to work in compliance with departmental policies and procedures;

ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, County employees, Elected / Appointed Officials, governmental representatives, constituents, outside agencies and the general public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

SECTION III-JOB DIMENSIONS

CONTACTS

Must use tact when dealing with Elected / Appointed Officials, Division / Department Heads, County employees, group health providers, and the public regarding departmental operating issues.

External Contacts : Frequent contact with other department personnel. Occasional contact with other governmental agencies, outside organizations, and the general public.

Communication is primarily through telephone / mail.

Internal Contacts : Constant contact with Elected / Appointed Officials, Division / Department Heads and subordinates, co-workers and other County employees.

Communicating is primarily face-to-face, via telephone, and through written communication.

RESPONSIBILITY

Job has a critical impact on the Auditor's Department operations and public image. Primary responsibility is to the County Auditor.

Job responsibilities include handling of confidential information and / or documents relative to the County.

DIFFICULTY

Judgment is required to ensure completion of administrative activities and special projects as assigned by the County Auditor.

Must use initiative and discretion to achieve work goals.

WORKING CONDITION

Working conditions are primarily in an office environment, 40 hour week.

This is not a Civil Service covered position.

Benefits : Cameron County Offers Excellent Fringe Benefits , Including : Health and Life Insurance Protection, Sick and Annual Leave, Retirement System, and Paid Holidays.

Cameron County has a mandatory direct deposit payroll program.

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