Hybrid Senior Accountant bei City of Brighton, CO
City of Brighton, CO · Brighton, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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About the Department
Starting Hiring Salary - Senior Accountant - $79,183.70 to $93,283.43 annually
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT: $79,183.70 - $107,383.16
The City of Brighton Finance Department is looking for our next Senior Accountant! This role oversees capital asset and project/grant accounting, working closely with the Accounting Team, Budget & Performance Team, and Department Project Managers. This is also a technical accounting role and is responsible for portions of the annual audit and ACFR as well as managing audits from grantor agencies. The Accounting Team works collaboratively, supporting each other and cross-training to provide backup when needed.
Our ideal candidate has strong communication skills and is comfortable working with staff across the organization, helping them to understand the financial components of their projects. This involves presenting to groups when appropriate. A Senior Accountant operates with a high level of independence and is able to manage various projects and deadlines simultaneously. This individual will have knowledge of US GAAP as it applies to local governmental accounting and will have strong problem solving skills with the ability to think critically and work through challenges towards solutions. A collaborative mindset and commitment to shared team success are key in this role.
DEFINITION
Under specified supervision, performs professional level accounting functions for the City of Brighton, which may include recording and reporting complex financial transactions, reviewing accounting records, and preparing financial statements and reports. Must be able to work successfully in a team-oriented atmosphere that provides accurate information and excellent customer service and human relations skills, which support the City of Brighton Mission and Values.DEFINITION
Senior Accountant
Perform high-level work in the Finance Department with an emphasis on financial reporting and grant management. This position will research complex accounting treatment and provides recommendations for accurate reporting. Responsible for assistance in preparation of the annual audits and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). This position supports the Accounting Manager and maintains fiscal records and financial systems within the City. This includes but is not limited to fund accounting, grant administration, ??, auditing transactions, and special projects as assigned. This position will be cross trained in other areas of accounting to provide support to the team as needed.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
Receives direction from the Accounting Manager. All positions do not have any formal supervisory roles.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- General Responsibilities and Duties applicable to all levels
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, the public, other agencies, and external customers of the City.
- Provide guidance, training, and financial expertise to internal departments and others as needed in a collaborative manner on all financial matters and initiatives.
- Participate in overall City planning from a financial viewpoint.
- Implement governmental accounting principles and practices.
- Develop and implement accounting process modifications maintaining appropriate internal controls.
- Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper courses of action to be taken.
- Maintain confidential information and handle sensitive or political situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Maintains documented procedures that are reviewed and updated regularly to support succession planning and staff development.
- Collaborate with external auditors during the annual financial audit.
- Provide support to other areas in the department as needed.
- Assists with period end closing procedures and prepares complex financial transactions, reports, and analyses.
- Research and interpret complex accounting scenarios and provide recommendations for accurate reporting and treatment based on the facts.
- Prepare, review, or approve journal entries, and other financial transactions.
- Track and administer various financial agreements.
- Maintains the capital asset register and related tasks associated with that function.
- Provide subject matter expertise as it relates to fiscal administration and compliance of grants from pre-award to post-award.
- Performs all financial related tasks associated with grants including but not limited to grant reconciliation, reporting, reimbursement requests, grant analysis, and audits.
- Support grant program managers from proposal to grant closeout.
- Ensure financial compliance with Federal and/or State regulations including grant awards and applicable regulations.
- Provide guidance to departmental staff regarding process effectiveness and perform internal audits as requested.
Knowledge of:
Generally Accepted Accounting Principals and Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, as they apply to local governments.
Authoritative guidance applicable to our organization, including standards issued by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board and best practices issued by the Governmental Finance Officers Association.
Computer applications, including Microsoft Office, and technology to assist with the completion of daily assignments.
Financial analysis and problem-solving skills.
Accounts payable and receivable principles and practices.
The fundamentals of internal controls and in an accounting/finance environment.
Ability to:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Work under stress from duties requiring constant attention to detail and tight deadlines.
Accept constructive input and implement suggestions on improvement.
Use independent judgement and direction to perform tasks in routine and non-routine situations.
Create an inclusive environment by acknowledging the differences, perspectives, and ideas of others.
Make decisions, solve problems, and meet organizational objectives.
Learn and apply new skills to promote efficient completion of duties.
Manage competing priorities.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to perform moderately difficult mathematical calculations and utilize Microsoft Excel tools and formulas.
Understand and respond to internal and external customer needs.
Senior Accountant
In addition to the requirements listed above:
Knowledge of Federal and State grant processes and compliance requirements including 2 CFR part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.
Ability to research and interpret accounting standards, industry regulations, and guidance to effectively implement any necessary changes.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Senior Accountant
Required:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field.
Four (4) years of professional accounting experience.
Preferred:
Government accounting experience.
At least one year of supervisory experience.
Preferred Certifications:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
Certified Government Finance Manager (CGFM)
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to fulfill the required job duties may be considered for each of the above positions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Ability to perform sedentary physical work, and to lift and carry up to 10 pounds and occasionally 20 pounds; ability to walk, sit, reach, grasp and perform similar body movements; possess hand/eye coordination adequate to operate office equipment, keyboards, calculator and telephone; ability to talk and hear in person and by telephone and to hear computer malfunctions; ability to see and read instructions, financial statements and documents, and characters on a computer monitor.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Colorado Driver's License with a safe driving record.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Ability to complete FEMA ICS 100 and IS 700 training within six (6) months of hire. Jetzt bewerben
