Performs technical and administrative accounting work in maintaining the fiscal records of the City; supervises the accounting and clerical staff in the maintenance of important specialized records of a large departmental accounting system; provides accounting analysis of various departmental operations; assists in monitoring grant funds to ensure financial accuracy; works with various outside agencies to ensure accuracy of the city’s accounting records; performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties Provides leadership and direction in the control and monitoring of the Planning & Development department's annual budget and grant budgets ensuring proper record maintenance. Gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies as needed. Provides professional advice to supervisors and department heads regarding financial matters; makes presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups and the general public.
Assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; performs cost control activities; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control; prepares annual budget requests; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time. Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes. Assists in the administering of complex and multi-faceted programs and projects related to the physical, social, and economic redevelopment of the City.
Develops & implements systems necessary for compliance and administration of community and economic development program activities; helps establish and assess performance standards and performance and evaluation systems. Assists in the preparation of State and/or Federal reports. Supervises and makes journal entries and adjustments to balance and close monthly books in general ledger, revenue and expense accounts; reconciles general ledger and subsidiary Planning & Development accounts.
Prepares financial reports on revenues and expenses; reconciles bank statements. Supervises and assists in the closing and opening of the fiscal year records. Performs periodic financial studies and analyses. Supervises and maintains special accounts receivable. Prepares year-end reports. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, including coursework in Accounting.
At least one (1) year of experience analyzing budgetary issues and two years of experience as an Accountant. Supplemental Information Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures as they apply to commercial, cost and budgetary and encumbrance accounting. Thorough knowledge of the techniques of financial and statistical reporting. Ability to formulate and install standard and special accounting methods, procedures, forms and records.
Ability to recognize and correct departures from accounting practices and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, vendors, outside auditors, and the general public.
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