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The City of Fort Bragg Invites Applications

For

SENIOR GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTANT

Open Until Filled

Interviews will be done as we receive an interested party.

Pay range: $37.17 hourly/$77,311 annually to $45.18 hourly/$93,974 annually

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Finance Director, and in accordance with accepted accounting

principles and procedures, performs professional accounting/auditing work independently and at the full

performance level; maintains complex accounting records; prepares and analyzes financial statements

and reports; planning, coordinating and participating in auditing assignments to determine the

adequacy of internal controls, the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, and compliance with

applicable laws and prescribed policies and procedures. May also provide training for paraprofessional

and clerical personnel. Acts as the department head in the Finance Director's absence.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assist the Finance Director in planning, organizing, and supervising all details of the departmental operations and personnel.

Assist in the selection and supervision of professional and support staff.

Perform advanced accounting work; request and prepare various accounting and statistical reports.

Reviews legislation and advises on implications and applications relevant to the City.

Develop systems and methods for the compilation and preparation of financial reports and statistical statements.

Maintains records for the City's fixed assets in accordance with GASB 34.

Acts for the Finance Director during absences and as directed.

Prepares quarterly financial statements, including analysis and reconciliation of all underlying accounts and budget to actual comparisons.

Interfaces with Auditors and oversees the coordination of the annual fiscal year audit.

Assists in the preparation of the annual budget, inputs budget data into the computer system, and assists in monitoring budget compliance.

Researches and analyzes transactions to resolve questions and budget problems.

Maintains the City's general ledgers, and other book of accounts, including control and subsidiary records in accordance with professional standards.

Supervises and/or assists in the preparation of payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and utility billing.

Maintains financial records to support grant administration and prepare grant financial reports.

Provides information to the public or to City staff that requires the interpretation of policies, rules, or procedures.

Reconciles bank statements, research discrepancies, and makes correcting entries as necessary.

Assists in the coordination of activities of the Finance Department with other departments and outside agencies.

Monitors Council/District resolutions to record approved budget adjustments.

Prepares monthly/quarterly/annual cost allocation journal entries for inter-fund charges.

Assists Finance Director in preparing state required reports including State Controller reports.

Assists Finance Director/City Treasurer in cash management, banking relationships, and investment activities.

Provides supervision of day-to-day Finance Department operations to ensure appropriate standards and compliance with financial control practices and policies.