City of Kenmore - Accountant

Location

Kenmore, WA | United States

Job description

City of Kenmore Job Posting for an Accountant – Finance Department

• Position: Accountant
• Department: Finance Department; 4 people
• Type: Full-Time, Regular
• FLSA: Non-Exempt; Eligible for overtime
  
• Salary/Pay Rate: $6,926 - $8,796 per month, DOQ.
  
• Location: Kenmore City Hall - 18120 68th Ave NE, Kenmore, WA 98028
  
• Posted Date: 03/06/2024
  
• Closing Date: 03/21/2024 (or until filled)
  

Summary

Under the direction of the Finance and Administration Director, the Accountant will develop, prepare, and maintain a complete set of financial records. They will oversee and participate in processing complex accounting transactions, preparing adjustments to sub-ledgers and ledgers, overseeing and performing reconciliation, and reporting and auditing general ledger financial information. Preparing accurate and timely financial and statistical reporting from City-wide and project-based accounting systems and assisting in other functions of the department, including, but not limited to information technology are also part of the responsibilities.  Because of the small number of City employees, each staff member is expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties as may be required from time to time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a complete set of records of financial transactions by overseeing, reviewing, and entering transaction details into an established financial accounting system.
  
• Review and post journal entries for disbursements, receipts, and adjustments. Reconciling a variety of accounts such as cash, fixed assets, inventory, accounts payable and receivable, reimbursements due, capital projects, and payroll, to the general ledger.
  
• Monitors ongoing activity for grants and special programs and maintains capital project accounting records.
  
• Monitors fund balances and produces variance reports to inform directors of financial performance. Ensures that revenues are recorded, and expenses are managed timely.
  
• Monitors transfers, adjustments, and encumbrances in the general ledger.
  
• Prepares monthly bank and investment reconciliations, including allocation of interest earned on investments.
  
• Supports the budget development process and coordinates input of budget data.
  
• Prepares City-wide financial statements.
  
• Prepares periodic reports of revenue and expense performance, asset and cash balances.
  
• Prepares month-end and quarterly financial reports, including preparation of financial statement packet for City Council.
  
• Assists in identifying and maintaining sound internal controls and knows Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) compliance.
  
• Oversees, reviews, and analyzes accounting transactions for accuracy, proper account coding or classification, and allocation.
  
• Provides support to the contracting process by monitoring term limits and expenditures.
  
• Interprets and explains purchasing, contracting, and other related accounting policies.
  
• Assists with IT functions; IT planning, budgeting, help desk, and liaison with IT consultant.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objectives of the organization.
  

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

• Professional specialization and technical knowledge associated with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and practices for governmental accounting.
  
• Audit requirements including schedules and documentation.
  
• Microsoft Office applications at an intermediate to advanced level.
  
• Applicable City, State, and Federal laws governing accounting transactions and financial reporting.
  
• Proficient language and writing skills to prepare procedures and reports.
  
• Sufficient business math skills to perform algebraic and statistical computations.
  

Analytical Skills

• Skilled in the use of Excel, Word, and Outlook software.
  
• Interpersonal skills to exercise patience and discretion in communications with others inside and outside of the organization, and to communicate technical concepts.
  

Abilities

• Prepare financial statements, account adjustments, and reports while meeting deadlines.
  
• Work within, maintain, and review compliance with internal accounting controls. Use independent professional judgment to interpret laws and regulations ensuring accounting compliance.
  
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive financial, statistical, and narrative reports.
  
• Conduct policy analysis and technical research using complex algebraic and statistical computations.
  
• Work cooperatively as a contributing member of a team and with other teams and external customers while conveying a positive image of the City and its services.
  
• Sufficient hand-eye-arm coordination to use a keyboard and 10-key plus arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment.
  
• Visual acuity to read words and numbers.
  
• Auditory ability to carry on conversations over the phone and in person.
  

Education and Experience

• The position typically requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration.
  
• Three years experience in a responsible accounting/auditing capacity.
  
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
  
•  Municipal accounting and BARS knowledge preferred.
  
• A CPA certificate is desirable.
  

Licenses and Certificates

• Requires a valid Washington State Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
  

Additional Information

• Work Environment – Work is performed primarily indoors.
  
• Hours of Work –City Hall working hours are typically 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. This position is eligible for a partial teleworking arrangement. This position may be required, on occasion, for evening hours to attend or present in person at City Council meetings, or public open house meetings as needed. 
  
• This position is eligible for healthcare benefits, retirement plans, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and more.
  
• The City does not participate in Social Security and participates in a 401(a) retirement plan instead of Social Security.
  
• Kenmore is on the north shore of Lake Washington and has over seven miles of waterfront along the Lake and the Sammamish River.
  
• Kenmore is a first-ring suburb of Seattle and is equidistant to downtown Seattle, downtown Bellevue, Microsoft headquarters in Redmond, and Boeing and Paine Field in Everett.
  
• City Hall is in the heart of Kenmore’s downtown and is within walking distance of many local businesses, restaurants, and parks!
  
• This role offers a dynamic opportunity for a dedicated professional eager to contribute to being part of a diverse group and great organization.
  

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