Mecklenburg County Government
Accountant III - Budget
Mecklenburg County Government, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Salary Range: $69,389 - $91,072
This is an exempt position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.
Follow your calling, Find your career
The success of Mecklenburg County rests on strong, competent talent at all levels of the organization. If you enjoy working with the public and are looking for a career where your work is important to the community, come be a part of Mecklenburg County Government and help us provide a community of pride and choice for people to live, learn, work, and recreate.
POSITION SUMMARY The Department of Financial Services is responsible for capital and debt planning, investments, accounting, payroll, grant management and payables. In addition, it provides fiscal support to departments across the County. The Accountant III will 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
Work with assigned department(s) to prepare annually adopted budget as directed by the Office of Management and Budget.
Lead budget meetings as scheduled.
Prepare detailed analyses supporting budget amounts that are complete, concise and meet needs of the department for making budget decisions.
Review and analyze detail and summary general ledger reports; meet monthly with program managers to review results.
Prepare financial reports as required by departments, grantors and other funding sources.
Oversee entry of budget requests to budget system accurately, completely and by the due dates.
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 creates financial models to guide decision making.
Review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Assist departments with technical support in policies, procedures, budget development, and financial standards.
Oversee specific accounting operations, or complex segment of accounting functions; and review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
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 relevant experience accepted:
Yes.
Licenses and Certifications May require a North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Local government experience.
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
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: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units or organizations to help achieve business goals.
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.
Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Developing Others: Planning and supporting the development of individuals’ skills and abilities so that they can fulfill current or future job/role responsibilities more effectively.
Formal Presentation: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it.
Computer Skills
Intermediate in various computer applications including Microsoft Office.
Advanced in Microsoft Excel.
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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This is an exempt position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.
Follow your calling, Find your career
The success of Mecklenburg County rests on strong, competent talent at all levels of the organization. If you enjoy working with the public and are looking for a career where your work is important to the community, come be a part of Mecklenburg County Government and help us provide a community of pride and choice for people to live, learn, work, and recreate.
POSITION SUMMARY The Department of Financial Services is responsible for capital and debt planning, investments, accounting, payroll, grant management and payables. In addition, it provides fiscal support to departments across the County. The Accountant III will 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
Work with assigned department(s) to prepare annually adopted budget as directed by the Office of Management and Budget.
Lead budget meetings as scheduled.
Prepare detailed analyses supporting budget amounts that are complete, concise and meet needs of the department for making budget decisions.
Review and analyze detail and summary general ledger reports; meet monthly with program managers to review results.
Prepare financial reports as required by departments, grantors and other funding sources.
Oversee entry of budget requests to budget system accurately, completely and by the due dates.
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 creates financial models to guide decision making.
Review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Assist departments with technical support in policies, procedures, budget development, and financial standards.
Oversee specific accounting operations, or complex segment of accounting functions; and review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
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 relevant experience accepted:
Yes.
Licenses and Certifications May require a North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Local government experience.
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
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: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units or organizations to help achieve business goals.
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.
Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Developing Others: Planning and supporting the development of individuals’ skills and abilities so that they can fulfill current or future job/role responsibilities more effectively.
Formal Presentation: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it.
Computer Skills
Intermediate in various computer applications including Microsoft Office.
Advanced in Microsoft Excel.
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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