Senior Accountant

Job Description:

Senior Accountant

Description

Summary

Minimum Starting Salary: $66,532 - Depending on Qualifications

The City of Waco Seeks
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic finance department. In this pivotal role, you will perform a broad range of accounting functions, including reviewing and approving technical documents, posting journal entries, and ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial records. Your expertise will support the integrity of our funds, assist city staff with accounting policies, and contribute to the development of comprehensive financial reports. If you're ready to bring your technical skills, analytical mindset, and passion for public service to a collaborative team, apply today!

Minimum Qualifications
Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• 4 years of experience in accounting and/ or finance
  • OR an equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License

Preferred:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Position Overview
The Senior Accountant will oversee the City's financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role involves managing the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing guidance to accounting staff. The Senior Accountant will also assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to enhance the City's financial integrity and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Performs a wide range of accounting, technical review, and analysis functions; reviews and approves technical documents and posts accounting journal entries; performs duties within the scope of authority and training; duties may vary according to the job assignment.
• Reviews and reconciles accounting transactions; reviews financial and accounting records, assures fund integrity, corrects errors, and resolves accounting issues according to City policies.
• Monitors accounting documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal, state, and City policies and practices.
• Assists City staff and explains accounting rules, policies, and procedures; researches financial and technical issues and resolves problems within the scope of authority.
• Updates and maintains various accounting systems; transfers and transmits funds, invests available funds, and maintains liquidity of assigned funds; develops specialized financial spreadsheets as needed.
• Collects and evaluates financial, technical, and administrative information and compiles data for reports.
• Manages the capital projects fund, special and grant fund accounts as assigned; updates and maintains statistical information, financial reports, and related documents.
• Researches accounting issues and evaluates and analyzes financial data and trends; reviews and evaluates records, technical documents, and ledgers for accuracy and compliance to policies.
• Assist with the development and preparation of internal and external financial reports.
• Prepares status reports and effectively communicates financial issues.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:

• Meaningful and challenging work
• Make a difference and improve communities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Longevity Pay
  • And More!
• Chance to do work you are passionate about
• Desire to give back

Salary:

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