- Prepares and maintains accounting records and systems;
- Analyzes and assembles statistical and accounting data and prepares periodic State and Federal reports;
- Prepares reconciliation on various accounts regularly, journalizes general ledger, and performs all related duties;
- Maintains related accounting records and systems;
- Assists external auditors with annual audit and assists with preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report;
- Reviews current accounting procedures and recommends needed improvements and procedural changes;
- Variety of other general accounting assignments, including assisting City staff with financial matters;
- Reviews, verifies and reconciles daily cash transactions to the general ledger; including monthly bank reconciliations;
- Cross-trains and provides backup in other departmental responsibilities.
- Develops and maintains appropriate accounting records with regard to grants, multi-year financial project management, and trial balances;
- Maintains general ledger accounts, checks balances, verifies financial data, and prepares financial reports and statements;
- Analyzes and reconciles subsidiary and general ledger accounts as needed with added emphasis on accounts related to payroll, assets, property taxes, grants, cash, capital projects, and utilities.
- Four-year degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or related field and 1-year experience in accounting.
- Must have comprehensive knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and practices of accounting; thorough knowledge of the laws, ordinances and regulations governing municipal financial matters; thorough knowledge of the reconciliation of general ledger and balance sheet accounts; thorough knowledge of grant control, capital assets control, accounting and budgeting methods and procedures; thorough knowledge of modern office methods, practices and equipment; ability to analyze and prepare complex financial reports and records;
- Soft skills critical to the role: takes ownership, ability to multitask and prioritize, flexible, adaptable, collaborative and willing to take on new challenges.
- Must possess strong communication skills (verbal and written); should be comfortable working with any level of employee or manager.
- A self-starter with a strong ability to multitask and work on multiple positions at once is a vital part of this role as well as being organized and flexible.
- Ability to think critically and anticipate issues, and proactively suggest short/long-term solutions.
- Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
- NC Driver's License.
- Extensive work in governmental accounting.
- North Carolina CPA or NCLGFO.
- Acuity, far - clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Must be able to see from a distance when administering and observing employment tests, operating a motor vehicle, or addressing an audience.
- Acuity, near - clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Must be able to see work-related business documents close at hand.
- Depth perception - Three-dimensional vision and the ability to judge distance and space relationships.
- Field of Vision - the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes are focused on one point. Must be able to see a wide span of area.
- Accommodation - Must be able to adjust the eye lens to glance quickly.
- Light Work
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; and/or
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently; and
- A negligible amount of force constantly to handle or move materials related to the position.
- Type of Physical Demands
- Reaching - Extending the hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
- Handling - Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).
- Fingering - Picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingers primarily rather than the entire hand or arm.
- Ability to apply principles of logical thinking combined with knowledge of principles and practices of public personnel and employment laws to work tasks and handle practical situations, comprehend, and respond to a variety of situations in a timely fashion and exercise good judgment.
- Using arithmetic and/or Statistics: Ability to direct and oversee the use of arithmetic and/or statistics in the preparation of a variety of tests and reports.
- The ability to speak, read and write the English Language are required for this position.
- The Human Resources Analyst is subject to working inside or outdoors.
- There are no occupational hazards typically associated with this position.
- Equipment regularly associated with office-based work.
- Yes, I understand
- No, I do not agree
- Yes
- Yes, I have a bachelor's degree in a closely related field.
- No, I have a bachelor's degree in an unrelated field.
- No, I do not have a bachelor's degree
- Yes
- No
- No Experience
- 1 year but less than 2 years
- 2 years but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more
- Yes
- No
- No experience
- 1 years but less than 2 years
- 2 years but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more
- Accounts Payable
- General Ledger Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Property Taxes
- Cash
- Investments
- Capital Assets
- Capital Projects
- Payroll
- Accounts Receivable
- Grants Accounting
- Comprehensive Annual Financial Report preparation
- Yes
- No, my license is with another state
- No, my license is expired
- No, I do not have a valid NC Driver's License
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Description
Salary: $49, $73,806.72 AnnuallyLocation : High Point, NC 27260
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 7019
Department: Financial Services Administration
Opening Date: 04/30/2024
Closing Date: 5/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description
The City of High Point's Financial Services Department/Accounting & Reporting Division seeks to fill the Accountant position (I or II, depending on qualifications).
The accountant performs technical and professional work in the maintenance and preparation of complex financial records; and does related work as required. Work is performed under periodic general supervision of the Accounting Manager.
Essential Tasks
Preferred Skills
Hearing/Speaking - Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers including co-workers, citizens, and applicants.
Visual Abilities - the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position:
Reasoning:
Physical Surroundings:
The City of High Point is committed to be an Equal Opportunity Employer which celebrates diversity and seeks to attract and retain the best qualified partners in service to the Citizens of the City of High Point. The City of High Point is an at-will employer and employees may be terminated or may terminate their employment at any time with or without reason for any reason not prohibited by law.
The City of High Point is committed to classifying and compensating its employees fairly and equitably for the work they do weighed with both the internal capabilities and the external market. While the job description is not intended to and does not create a contract of employment, we are excited to use this "living document" as a guide for managing performance and positions to ensure job descriptions are reflective of the current work required by the incumbent or expected by any candidate to whom an offer of employment is extended.
The City of High Point is committed to providing a safe, comfortable working environment to all employees. To that end, we are proud to comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, as well as make reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees as we are able in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Candidates selected for employment must undergo (a.) a physical to determine whether they will be able to safely complete the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation (b.) a drug screening, in accordance with the City's drug and alcohol policy and (c.) a background screening to determine whether there is any current, pending or previous charge, conviction or other infraction deemed incompatible with service in the capacity for which the candidate is being hired. Successful results from all three of these conditions will result in an offer of employment.
City of High Point - Benefits Overview Statement
The City of High Point offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.
Access the following link to view City of High Point Benefits and links to Benefit sites:
Benefits Overview
The Benefits Handbook provides a summary of benefits for City of High Point Employees. Benefits Booklet =
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Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited college or university
Do you have a CPA license or CLGFO Certification?
How many years of experience do you have working in accounting and financial analysis?
Do you have experience in preparing financial statements?
Please select the option that best describes how many years of professional experience you have in Governmental Accounting?
Please list any accounting software you are familiar with and how long you have used the software. If you have no experience with accounting software, enter N/A.
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Please indicate the areas below in which you have experience in a public finance environment **Note applicant should be able to select multiple choice**
Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License?
