ACCOUNTANT III

The purpose of this position is to perform professional level financial accounting and reporting functions in a designated department. This positions designated department will be SPLOST. Incumbents in this classification provide monitoring and oversight of all SPLOST accounts, functions and departments, and provide lead direction, guidance, and training to assigned staff.

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned crew or co-workers: confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
• Performs accounting functions for County accounts: enters and posts financial data; prepares and approves journal entries; reconciles accounts; performs calculations and enters data into computer systems; researches errors and makes corrections as required; prepares tax forms; maintains financial records; and prepares and submits related reports as required.
• Reconciles bank statements for County accounts: prepares and reviews and approves journal entries to general ledger from bank reconciliations to reflect interest income, bank charges, or other adjustments; and contacts bank personnel to coordinate needed corrections.
• Assists in preparing the annual budget, annual reports, and other specialized reports; participates in forecasting revenues, capital requirements and cash flow management for all funds; compares data and recommends appropriate adjustments; checks, balances, and verifies completed budget requests; prepares reports for special revenues, investments, budgets, insurance, as well as reports required by outside agencies; assists in preparing Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR); and provides technical and analytical support as needed.
• Prepares and maintains comprehensive files and documentation for County funds and account groups; ensures compliance with approved policies and procedures, generally accepted governmental accounting principles, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Processes accounts payable documentation; receives, reviews and verifies invoices, purchase orders, requests for payment, refunds, sales taxes, travel reimbursements, etc. for accuracy, completeness and proper authorization; enters data into accounting system for payment; prints, verifies, submits for signature(s); and sends payments to vendors.
• Processes accounts receivable documentation: processes and posts payments received for taxes, utilities, other services, or fees; reviews receipts, escrow accounts, and other financial reports; records and reconciles to general ledger accounts; prepares journal entries; makes corrections or adjustments as needed; prepares spreadsheets; and reviews and reconciles reports.
• Receives and disburses funds; receives cash, credit cards, checks or other financial instruments; prepares and process receipts and invoices; documents the receipt of funds into appropriate database; processes and/or approves payments; and communicates financial transactions to appropriate entities.
• Participates in year-end closing processes for County accounts and in preparation for annual audit; assists internal and external auditors; prepares, maintains and provides fixed asset reports; and provides other requested data, reports etc., to ensure the completion and accuracy of annual audits.
• Ensures all work activities are in compliance with local, state, and federal rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and generally accepted accounting principles; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes, and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
• Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
• Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, third party service contractors, banking and financial institutions, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Requires a Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; and five (5) years of experience in accounting or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia drivers license. Must possess and maintain Local Government Finance Officer Level I certification.

Special Requirements:

None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of local government operations, finance and accounting related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work with and process payments for accounts within the budget and department.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes.
• Ability to operate a copying machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a relatively safe, and secure work environment.

Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description. Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.