Accountant I - Capital Projects
City of San Marcos
Date: 1 week ago
City: San Marcos, TX
Contract type: Full time
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY
Coordinates and performs a variety of professional accounting functions; reconciles and maintains assigned municipal accounts; prepares and post journal entries; prepare various types of financial/accounting reports; provides accounting assistance to City departments; and performs other related duties relative to area of assignment.
Essential Functions And Decision Making
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 2. Processes and posts journal entries for area of responsibility; prepares related
fiscal years.
DECISION MAKING
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications)
JOB DIMENSIONS
Physical requirements include lifting up to 15 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision constantly; sitting, handling and fine dexterity frequently; standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, balancing, hearing and talking occasionally; bending, twisting, climbing and foot controls rarely.
Work Hours
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-F
FLSA Status
Exempt
The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.
Benefits
View Our Benefits Guide.
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Closing Date/Time: 9/27/2024 11:59 PM Central
JOB SUMMARY
Coordinates and performs a variety of professional accounting functions; reconciles and maintains assigned municipal accounts; prepares and post journal entries; prepare various types of financial/accounting reports; provides accounting assistance to City departments; and performs other related duties relative to area of assignment.
Essential Functions And Decision Making
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 2. Processes and posts journal entries for area of responsibility; prepares related
- Coordinates and conducts accounting duties in the areas of:
- Capital Assets
- Inventory
- Accounts Payables
- Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Fund Accounting reconciliations.
- Facilitates and reconciles the interface of accounting data from individual City department
- Assists City departments and personnel with budget and accounting related issues and
- Assists with year-end closing duties, annual audits, and/or external contract compliance
- Performs and documents the accounting processes for financial system implementations
- Assists with the budget process.
- Works closely with departments to setup and monitor capital project budgets within the
- Works closely with Engineering Department to determine funding sources, including debt
- Reviews and processes monthly payment applications related to capital projects,
- Works closely with Purchasing & Contracting Division to assist with the close-out and
fiscal years.
- Works closely with departments to close out completed projects.
- Works closely with departments to prepare budget adjustments, budget amendments
DECISION MAKING
- Works independently to make decisions as to the adequacy and accuracy of information based on established standards of procedure and generally accepted accounting and auditing principles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is required.
- Three (3) years accounting experience, preferably in a government and/or project, contract or capital project financial analysis, reconciliation and management.
- Experience with an Enterprise financial system, Tyler-Munis preferred
- Depending on area of assignment, a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record may be required.
JOB DIMENSIONS
- Must be able to interpret and apply regulations governing municipal accounting activities; must have the ability to read and comprehend financial reports, spreadsheets, and accounting policies.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills are required; must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, banks, vendors, and local businesses.
- Must be able to prioritize and work multiple tasks
Physical requirements include lifting up to 15 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision constantly; sitting, handling and fine dexterity frequently; standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, balancing, hearing and talking occasionally; bending, twisting, climbing and foot controls rarely.
Work Hours
8 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-F
FLSA Status
Exempt
The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.
Benefits
View Our Benefits Guide.
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- United Healthcare
- Choice Plus PPO Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Wellness Initiatives
- Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
- Dental Plan
- Base Vision Plan
- Premium Vision Plan
- Laser Vision Correction discounts
- Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- City paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Activity Center Membership
- Direct Deposit
Closing Date/Time: 9/27/2024 11:59 PM Central
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