Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional level day-to-day accounting functions.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major work in accounting or closely related field that includes a significant amount of accounting coursework and three years of responsible full-time professional accounting experience that includes a variety of accounting functions, involving computerized accounting systems; OR a combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed below. Must successfully complete a background check.

Examples of Duties :

Participates in accomplishment of organizational, departmental, and workgroup goals and objectives.

Performs financial analysis and reconciles general ledger accounts.

Prepares month end, quarterly, and year-end closing reports.

Prepares various documents in compliance with established policies.

Monitors and records budgets and fund transfers.

Responds to questions and requests for financial information.

Prepares reports for state, federal, and grant agencies.

Develops various accounting reports and financial statements.

Maintains various grants, contracts, projects and similar activities.

Performs special projects and other work-related duties as assigned.

Other Requirements :

Knowledge of GAAP and GASB as applied to governmental accounting.

Knowledge of financial reporting practices.

Knowledge of tribal and federal laws affecting fiscal functions.

Knowledge of accounting, auditing and budgeting principles and practices.

Knowledge of contract and grant principles and procedures.

Ability to work independently from general instructions.

Skill in preparing clear and concise written correspondence and reports.

Skill in preparing detailed schedules and interpreting analytical reports.

Knowledge of governmental accounting software, AccuFund, preferred.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and basic data processing applications for accounting functions. Must be able to use a 10-key calculator.

Ability to establish effective working relationships with various contacts in the course of work.

Classification Status :

This is a non-exempt position.

Disclaimer :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Statement of Understanding :

I have read and understand this job description. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.