City of Dunedin
City of Dunedin • Accountant/Financial Analyst
Hiring Salary:
$50,564.80 - $60,673.60 (DOQ)
Benefits
Medical insurance plans through Cigna
Life insurance and long‑term disability
Vision & dental care
Annual & sick leave at 5% of scheduled annual hours
Defined contribution plan 401(a) with generous 8% city contribution
11 paid holidays
Flexible work schedules
Paid parental leave
Under general direction, performs various duties in the daily operations of the Accounting Section of the Finance Department ensuring compliance with all applicable accounting standards and principles of sound financial management.
Incumbent will perform basic to intermediate accounting, auditing and financial analysis requiring judgment based on knowledge of private and government accounting practices, principles and procedures. Work may include preparing routine journal entries, analyzing financial statements and records, reconciling accounts, adhering to established accounting procedures, assisting in development of new or updating existing procedures, and contributing to the preparation of financial reports.
Reports to the Accounting Manager.
This position is Category B for the purposes of Dunedin Emergency Management. The incumbent may be required to remain onsite/available as scheduled during times of emergency as declared by the City/County Commission or City Manager, or report for duty immediately following an emergency event.
Essential Job Functions
Prepare daily, monthly, and year‑end journal entries.
Assist with accounts payables including invoice entry, review, approval, and processing of weekly check runs.
Assist with processing daily deposits and reconciling daily cash to bank.
Prepare periodic, formal reconciliations of bank accounts, grants, balance sheet accounts, payroll, performance and maintenance guarantees, and other general ledger accounts as assigned.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, or yearly reporting to outside agencies, including state sales‑tax remittance, grant‑compliance reporting, motor‑fuel tax rebates, investment reporting, and other assignments.
Perform modeling, other financial analysis, and reporting on projects as assigned by the Accounting Manager.
Assist in developing and maintaining departmental financial policies and procedures manual.
Review and track grant revenue and expenditures and coordinate reporting and other requirements to ensure compliance.
Prepare financial statements, notes, supplementary schedules, statistical schedules, or other sections of the Annual Comprehensive Annual Report as assigned.
Fulfill requests from auditors or consultants to facilitate timely audits of financial statements, rate studies, or other projects involving data research.
Maintain the structure and integrity of the City’s accounting system, including creating funds, accounts, or account segments as required and in accordance with the State of Florida’s Uniform Accounting Systems Manual.
Assist with the month‑end closing of the general ledger and related accounting modules.
Perform other accounting or administrative duties as assigned.
Additional Job Functions
Perform certain duties and responsibilities of the Sr. Accountant on a periodic basis and as directed by the Accounting Manager.
Perform general administrative work as required, including preparing commission meeting agendas, reviewing management reports, etc.
Perform general office work as required, including typing reports and correspondence, entering data into the computer, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
Assist both internal and external customers.
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent with a degree or certificate in accounting strongly preferred. Requires two years’ experience in a structured accounting environment, with governmental accounting experience preferred. An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered. Requires the ability to apply beginner to intermediate accounting, budgeting, and analytical theory supporting the governmental sector (e.g., fund accounting, internal control systems, budgetary and grant compliance). Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license. Requires strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, database programs, and the ability to use accounting software applications.
ADA Compliance Physical ability: tasks involve the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work. Sensory requirements: visual and auditory perception and discrimination, and oral communication ability. Environmental factors: tasks are performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Extensive computer screen exposure may be required.
The City of Dunedin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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$50,564.80 - $60,673.60 (DOQ)
Benefits
Medical insurance plans through Cigna
Life insurance and long‑term disability
Vision & dental care
Annual & sick leave at 5% of scheduled annual hours
Defined contribution plan 401(a) with generous 8% city contribution
11 paid holidays
Flexible work schedules
Paid parental leave
Under general direction, performs various duties in the daily operations of the Accounting Section of the Finance Department ensuring compliance with all applicable accounting standards and principles of sound financial management.
Incumbent will perform basic to intermediate accounting, auditing and financial analysis requiring judgment based on knowledge of private and government accounting practices, principles and procedures. Work may include preparing routine journal entries, analyzing financial statements and records, reconciling accounts, adhering to established accounting procedures, assisting in development of new or updating existing procedures, and contributing to the preparation of financial reports.
Reports to the Accounting Manager.
This position is Category B for the purposes of Dunedin Emergency Management. The incumbent may be required to remain onsite/available as scheduled during times of emergency as declared by the City/County Commission or City Manager, or report for duty immediately following an emergency event.
Essential Job Functions
Prepare daily, monthly, and year‑end journal entries.
Assist with accounts payables including invoice entry, review, approval, and processing of weekly check runs.
Assist with processing daily deposits and reconciling daily cash to bank.
Prepare periodic, formal reconciliations of bank accounts, grants, balance sheet accounts, payroll, performance and maintenance guarantees, and other general ledger accounts as assigned.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, or yearly reporting to outside agencies, including state sales‑tax remittance, grant‑compliance reporting, motor‑fuel tax rebates, investment reporting, and other assignments.
Perform modeling, other financial analysis, and reporting on projects as assigned by the Accounting Manager.
Assist in developing and maintaining departmental financial policies and procedures manual.
Review and track grant revenue and expenditures and coordinate reporting and other requirements to ensure compliance.
Prepare financial statements, notes, supplementary schedules, statistical schedules, or other sections of the Annual Comprehensive Annual Report as assigned.
Fulfill requests from auditors or consultants to facilitate timely audits of financial statements, rate studies, or other projects involving data research.
Maintain the structure and integrity of the City’s accounting system, including creating funds, accounts, or account segments as required and in accordance with the State of Florida’s Uniform Accounting Systems Manual.
Assist with the month‑end closing of the general ledger and related accounting modules.
Perform other accounting or administrative duties as assigned.
Additional Job Functions
Perform certain duties and responsibilities of the Sr. Accountant on a periodic basis and as directed by the Accounting Manager.
Perform general administrative work as required, including preparing commission meeting agendas, reviewing management reports, etc.
Perform general office work as required, including typing reports and correspondence, entering data into the computer, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
Assist both internal and external customers.
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent with a degree or certificate in accounting strongly preferred. Requires two years’ experience in a structured accounting environment, with governmental accounting experience preferred. An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered. Requires the ability to apply beginner to intermediate accounting, budgeting, and analytical theory supporting the governmental sector (e.g., fund accounting, internal control systems, budgetary and grant compliance). Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license. Requires strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, database programs, and the ability to use accounting software applications.
ADA Compliance Physical ability: tasks involve the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work. Sensory requirements: visual and auditory perception and discrimination, and oral communication ability. Environmental factors: tasks are performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Extensive computer screen exposure may be required.
The City of Dunedin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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