Accountant I

SALARY RANGE DOQ: $59,966.40 - $97,760

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, the incumbent must exercise reasonable initiates and independent judgement in ensuring that timely, efficient, and effective services are provided to departments, selecting work methods, and performing assigned tasks. Work is reviewed through oral and written reports, discussion, and results obtained. This position provides essential accounting support by reviewing and analyzing financial data, preparing reconciliations, and assisting with the preparation of financial reports and special projects. This role is responsible for monitoring funding sources, preparing schedules for external audits, and supporting grant and cash management activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Reviews and analyzes accounts and prepares reconciliations of various funds and accounts.

• Analyzes financial data and monthly financial reports.

• Monitors and maintains spreadsheets related to funding sources budgeted and transferred.

• Assists in the preparation of and completion of a variety of accounting and financial reports or projects, including special projects.

• Prepares and maintains records associated with various cash management and grant management activities.

• Prepares schedules and reports for the external auditors.

• Assists with projecting revenues and expenditures for budget.

• Assists with preparation of financial trend analysis.

• Prepares and reviews general correspondence.

• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of computer systems pertaining to accounting and financial management.

• Knowledge of financial reporting systems.

• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and procedures.

• Knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting systems.

• Knowledge of electronic spreadsheets and other computerized financial reporting tools.

• Ability to design, prepare, and maintain understandable spreadsheets.

• Ability to plan, organize, generate, and present specialized financial and statistical written reports.

• Ability to analyze financial data and discern underlying problems.

• Ability to organize and evaluate financial data and develop logical conclusions.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the general public.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college with an associate’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, financial management or a related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Two years of professional accounting and financial reporting experience.

• One year experience in local government finance, preferred.

• A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted at the City Manager’s discretion.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License and be insurable by the City’s current insurance provider.

• National Incident Management System (NIMS) training will be required according to the job duties and responsibilities within one (1) year of employment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Essential Physical Abilities:

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable

Environmental Conditions:

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable

Emergency Responsibilities:

In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, Emergency Management or City Administration. Such assignments may be before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Disclaimers:

This job description is not intended to, and does not, constitute an offer of employment or a contract for employment or the terms and conditions of employment. The City of Plant City has the right to revise this job description at any time.