Mecklenburg County Government
Accountant III
Mecklenburg County Government, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
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Please apply by 11/20/25
Salary Range: $69,000 - $95,000 Thisis an exempt (salaried) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill,experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications compared to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.
Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.
More About the Role Incumbent will provide financial services, budget development, and support to one or more Divisions of LUESA, as needed. Incumbent will provide division(s) with revenue projections; grant and board action documents; procurement processes, monitoring of all State, Federal and local funds; tracking current expenses; providing cash flow forecasts and forecasting funding requirements; and serve as a resource to project and program managers, and assist with contract administrative duties.
Position Summary Perform professional and complex accounting work involving the preparation and/or maintenance of financial or related records. This position, under minimal supervision, is responsible for establishing and maintaining financial records which may include budgets, expenditures and revenues.
Essential Functions
Prepare, review, analyze, and submit a variety of complex and/or special reports, reconciliations, work papers, communications, schedules, tables, and/or statements to and from internal departments, financial institutions, and external agencies.
Provide support to County departments by resolving financially related problems and reviewing internal controls.
Resolve complex reconciliations and account analysis problems requiring in-depth research.
Prepare financial projections and conduct related forecasting for future project needs for the County.
Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting budgets, expenses, and other financial projects.
Report current or expected financial performance and create financial models to guide decision making.
Review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Analyze cash flow, expenditures, revenue, depreciation, and investments to make recommendations for action and/or modifications regarding financial procedures, plans, and controls.
Assist departments with technical support in policies, procedures, budget development, and financial standards.
Prepare reports such as balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other documents that project the organization’s financial position.
Oversee specific accounting operations, or complex segment of accounting functions; and review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Ability to analyze data, create reports and/or presentations and communicate results internally and to other County departments.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of four years in Accounting or Finance.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
Combination of relevant education and experience accepted: Yes.
Licenses and Certifications
May require a North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of budgetary principles; federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; governmental accounting procedures and principles; arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications; economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data; and principles and processes for providing customer service.
Skills: Proficiency in financial analysis, financial reporting and modeling; interpretation of financial documents; qualitative and quantitative analysis; active listening; talking to others to convey information effectively; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; using mathematics to solve problems.
Abilities: Building Partnerships; Communication; Decision Making; Developing Others; Formal Presentation; Information Monitoring.
Computer Skills: Intermediate in various computer applications including Microsoft Office; Advanced in Microsoft Excel.
Work Environment Works in an office setting with moderate noise.
Selection This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. No
Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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Please apply by 11/20/25
Salary Range: $69,000 - $95,000 Thisis an exempt (salaried) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill,experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications compared to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.
Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.
More About the Role Incumbent will provide financial services, budget development, and support to one or more Divisions of LUESA, as needed. Incumbent will provide division(s) with revenue projections; grant and board action documents; procurement processes, monitoring of all State, Federal and local funds; tracking current expenses; providing cash flow forecasts and forecasting funding requirements; and serve as a resource to project and program managers, and assist with contract administrative duties.
Position Summary Perform professional and complex accounting work involving the preparation and/or maintenance of financial or related records. This position, under minimal supervision, is responsible for establishing and maintaining financial records which may include budgets, expenditures and revenues.
Essential Functions
Prepare, review, analyze, and submit a variety of complex and/or special reports, reconciliations, work papers, communications, schedules, tables, and/or statements to and from internal departments, financial institutions, and external agencies.
Provide support to County departments by resolving financially related problems and reviewing internal controls.
Resolve complex reconciliations and account analysis problems requiring in-depth research.
Prepare financial projections and conduct related forecasting for future project needs for the County.
Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting budgets, expenses, and other financial projects.
Report current or expected financial performance and create financial models to guide decision making.
Review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Analyze cash flow, expenditures, revenue, depreciation, and investments to make recommendations for action and/or modifications regarding financial procedures, plans, and controls.
Assist departments with technical support in policies, procedures, budget development, and financial standards.
Prepare reports such as balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other documents that project the organization’s financial position.
Oversee specific accounting operations, or complex segment of accounting functions; and review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Ability to analyze data, create reports and/or presentations and communicate results internally and to other County departments.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of four years in Accounting or Finance.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
Combination of relevant education and experience accepted: Yes.
Licenses and Certifications
May require a North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of budgetary principles; federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; governmental accounting procedures and principles; arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications; economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data; and principles and processes for providing customer service.
Skills: Proficiency in financial analysis, financial reporting and modeling; interpretation of financial documents; qualitative and quantitative analysis; active listening; talking to others to convey information effectively; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; using mathematics to solve problems.
Abilities: Building Partnerships; Communication; Decision Making; Developing Others; Formal Presentation; Information Monitoring.
Computer Skills: Intermediate in various computer applications including Microsoft Office; Advanced in Microsoft Excel.
Work Environment Works in an office setting with moderate noise.
Selection This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. No
Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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