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- Prepare, review, and post daily and periodic journal entries in the general ledger system, including adjusting entries, to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- Daily review and posting of receipt deposit batches in the subledger and general ledger.
- Monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts and bank statements.
- Perform fixed asset accounting, including recordation, disposal, and depreciation of assets.
- Compile and prepare a wide variety of records and reports, including analysis of trends and accounts across all funds, which may require utilization of spreadsheets and graphics to manipulate data and generate ad hoc reports.
- Serve as the backup for payroll administration.
- Provide financial analysis, problem solving, and other support to departmental inquiries.
- Compile information for the annual audit and ACFR.
- Ability to demonstrate considerable knowledge of GAAP, GASB statements, and North Carolina general statutes.
- Ability to demonstrate considerable knowledge of accounting systems.
- Strong working knowledge of fixed assets with the ability to apply that knowledge.
- Strong working knowledge of accounting and payroll software.
- Ability to perform complex accounting processes accurately.
- Ability to verify financial information for accuracy and completion.
- Ability to interpret and perform analysis of financial data, including trends, and prepare accurate reports.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work collaboratively with peers, colleagues, staff, and external partners.
- Excellent attention to detail skills.
- Strong computer skills with intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365.
- Strong knowledge and skills to perform reconciliations of general ledger and bank accounts.
- Strong skills in research, analysis, and problem solving.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Exceptional mathematical and calculation skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Ability to multitask and take initiative.
- Ability to enter data into databases and spreadsheets.
- Knowledge of the Town's policies and procedures and IRS regulations.
- None
- 1-2 years
- 3-4 years
- 5+ years
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- PhD or Law Degree completed
- Master's degree completed
- Bachelor's degree completed
- Associates degree completed
- Graduation from High School and some college courses
- Graduation from High School or GED
- Attended, but did not complete High School
Accountant - Clayton, United States - Town of Clayton, NC
Town of Clayton, NC
Clayton, United States
1 month ago
Description
Salary : $59, $107,619.00 AnnuallyLocation : Clayton, NC
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 04/17/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Hiring Pay Range up to:: $107,619.00
Description
* Salary Grade SG113 Recruitment Rate: $59, to $107,619.00*
** Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience. Candidates with governmental accounting experience preferred. **
* Work Location is Town Hall 111 E Second Street, Clayton, NC (Johnston County) *
The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Staff Accountant within the Finance Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 300 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts. The Staff Accountant position reports to the Assistant Finance Director
The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community.
Town of Clayton Hosts Open House Hiring Event on May 7th, 2024.
Click on this link to learn more:
Duties & Responsibilities
This position will perform governmental accounting tasks that involve the processing of financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and GASB, including the analysis, classification, review, and reporting of financial data with a high level of accuracy. This position maintains and oversees financial data, manage grants, track payroll, process and manage financial transactions, and generate financial reports for analysis.
Additional Duties & Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or in Business Administration, Finance and three years of governmental accounting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid Driver's License **Preference: Tyler New World Systems experience.
Other license/certifications preferred:
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM); Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Certified Management Accountant (CMA); or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA); Local Government Finance Officer
*SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITE*
If you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV ) Help Line at If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click "Application Status". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.
***This is a continuous posting and applications will be processed as they are received.***
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume's on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: , , and .
When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.
Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at:
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Which best describes your years of accounting experience?
Do you have governmental accounting experience?
If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered no, please indicate N/A.
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Do you have thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and practices and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements?
If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered no, please indicate N/A.
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Do you have formal training or experience in automated accounting systems?
If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered no, please indicate N/A.
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Do you understand that any offered salary will be determined by directly related experience documented in your application?
Are you willing to accept the position if offered at the posted hiring range at $59,488.00 to $107,619.00?
Please select the option that best describes your highest education level completed.