Park City is hiring: Accounting Specialist in Park City
Park City, Park City, KS, United States
Signing Bonus - $3,000
Park City, KS – An innovative city positioned for growth, with an inclusive hometown feel and a safe and superior quality of life, is seeking a professional, detail-oriented candidate to fill the position of Accounting Specialist.
Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, the Accounting Specialist is responsible for intermediate accounting functions, including general ledger, monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts, preparation of audit work papers, and monthly and quarterly financial statements, accounts payable, and assistance in some aspects of the budget process, including the GFOA Distinguished Budget Award. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented, function with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism, possess strong accounting and analytical skills, as well as effective public relations, communication, and organizational skills.
Experience: Five years of similar or related experience is required. College training in accounting or a related field may be substituted for up to two years of experience.
Education: A college degree in accounting or related field is preferred; high school diploma or GED is required.
The Accounting Specialist offers a rewarding career with a competitive salary, pay range of $23.00 – $36.31 per hour, and an excellent benefits package, including:
- Health insurance where the City pays 100% of the premium for individual or family
- City funded Health Reimbursement Account to offset insurance deductible, coinsurance, and copays
- Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, LegalShield, AFLAC, 3-1 Supplemental, Short-term Disability, Life Insurance
- KPERS Retirement and KPERS 457 Deferred Compensation
- Vacation, Sick Leave, and 11 paid Holidays
- Training Opportunities and College Tuition Reimbursement
- On-site fitness facility
- Wellness Initiatives that include discounted membership to YMCA or area fitness clubs
- Employee Assistance Program to provide counseling and education to employees and their families
Testing will be required for this position. Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
City of Park City - Finance Department
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Finance Director, the Accounting Specialist is a non-exempt position under FLSA. This position is responsible for intermediate accounting functions, including general ledger, monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts, preparation of audit work papers, and monthly and quarterly financial statements, accounts payable, and assistance in some aspects of the budget process, including the GFOA Distinguished Budget Award. The employee must be detail-oriented, function with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism, and possess strong accounting and analytical skills, as well as effective public relations, communication, and organizational skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for some general ledger functions including journal entries, preparation and publication of Quarterly Treasurer’s Report, preparation of monthly financial reports for Council, and monthly reconciliation of some general ledger accounts and timely rectification of errors;
- Assists with internal budget preparation, including budgeted salaries and benefits, and responsible for portions of the budget document submitted for the GFOA Distinguished Budget Award;
- Responsible for accounts payable functions including issuance of purchase orders, preparation of appropriations documentation, timely payment of invoices, monitoring invoices for proper approvals and general ledger accounts, maintaining vendor records, reconciling vendor statements, and resolving discrepancies, requesting W-9 forms from new vendors, issuing sales tax exemption forms, project exemption forms, and annual 1099 forms;
- Prepares sales tax report and water protection and clean drinking water fees report, and remits payments to the Kansas Department of Revenue;
- Voids stale-dated checks following requirements for funds submission to the Unclaimed Property Division of Kansas;
- Prepares audit work papers and responds to auditor inquiries;
- Records receipts and disbursements daily, including electronic deposits;
- Reviews and processes travel expense reports for accuracy;
- Reconciles daily cash receipts and posts to the financial system;
- Responsible for depositing funds daily;
- Assists Utility Cashier/Receptionist as needed;
- Provides backup assistance to the Senior Accountant.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Cross-trains on other functions, including Payroll and Utility Billing;
- Follows department policies and safety procedures;
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
- Serves as backup for billing miscellaneous items;
- Prepares reports for reimbursements;
- Distributes budget reports;
- Updates process documentation.