City of Temple, TX
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Summary This position performs governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting in accordance with GASB and GAAP standards related to municipal finance. The Accountant I reports to the Budget & Reporting Division Director and plays a crucial role in compiling financial reports, conducting budget and data analysis, and supporting special projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assists with development of the annual operating budget and ensures components are accurately represented
Conducts research, surveys, and interviews to gather necessary information for analyzing budget requests
Participates in ongoing review and analysis of budget performance to identify trends and variances
Reviews agenda items related to the operating budget, ensures compliance with funding requirements
Provides assistance to City staff in resolving budget-related issues and offers guidance on effective monitoring of annual budgets
Serves as a backup to verify compliance with tax abatement and economic development agreements, including reviewing reporting information from the Tax Appraisal District of Bell County
Prepares monthly journals and conducts reconciliations of general ledger accounts to maintain financial integrity
Assists with the creation of monthly and quarterly financial statements, as well as the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Provides documents, schedules, and financial analysis to aid independent auditors during the City’s annual audit
Ensures financial reporting complies with legal standards and promotes transparency
Adheres to City policies and procedures, including work schedule and attendance policies
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field
One (1) year of experience in public accounting, private sector accounting, or governmental accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) certification or progress towards CPA or CGFO certification preferred
Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Summary This position performs governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting in accordance with GASB and GAAP standards related to municipal finance. The Accountant I reports to the Budget & Reporting Division Director and plays a crucial role in compiling financial reports, conducting budget and data analysis, and supporting special projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assists with development of the annual operating budget and ensures components are accurately represented
Conducts research, surveys, and interviews to gather necessary information for analyzing budget requests
Participates in ongoing review and analysis of budget performance to identify trends and variances
Reviews agenda items related to the operating budget, ensures compliance with funding requirements
Provides assistance to City staff in resolving budget-related issues and offers guidance on effective monitoring of annual budgets
Serves as a backup to verify compliance with tax abatement and economic development agreements, including reviewing reporting information from the Tax Appraisal District of Bell County
Prepares monthly journals and conducts reconciliations of general ledger accounts to maintain financial integrity
Assists with the creation of monthly and quarterly financial statements, as well as the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Provides documents, schedules, and financial analysis to aid independent auditors during the City’s annual audit
Ensures financial reporting complies with legal standards and promotes transparency
Adheres to City policies and procedures, including work schedule and attendance policies
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field
One (1) year of experience in public accounting, private sector accounting, or governmental accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) certification or progress towards CPA or CGFO certification preferred
Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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