About the Department

REPORTS TO: Capital Projects Director

FLSA STATUS: Exempt - Administrative

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Merit - Serves at the discretion of the Department Director

PAY GRADE: 116

SAFETY SENSITIVE: No

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this job is to maintain current and accurate accounting records. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and federal, state, and unified government policies and procedures, and performing additional tasks as assigned.

Job Related Requirements

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Occasional evening work may be required.

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

Position Duties

Bachelor's degree in accounting or financial management with two years of accounting experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Minimum Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Maintains current and accurate balance of the general ledger; analyzes accounts for the nature and accuracy of transactions and prepares journal entries.

Maintains accounting records: prepares and records journal entries, prepares financial statements, and maintains schedules of cash and investments.

Assists in making investment and cash management decisions; processes paperwork through modem; accesses daily account balances and processes wire transfers; records all transactions.

Posts all grant account transactions and requests reimbursements from federal and state agencies; maintains a schedule of all federal and state grants.

Prepares monthly and annual statements of revenue and expenditures for inclusion in management reports.

Prepares special reports and financial analyses at the request of management.

Provides technical assistance to other departments by setting up or proposing improvements to their SPLOST project financial management procedures.

Monitors trust and agency transactions and prepares for audit.

Assists internal and external auditors by preparing work papers and schedules and analyzing account balances.

Implements internal audit findings relating to fixed assets; monitors accounting and regulatory requirements; prepares schedule of collateral coverage.

Monitors revenues and expenditures of federal and state grants; maintains schedules.

Monitors letters of credit and cash bonds for developers and contractors.

Reviews bank reconciliations.

Performs clerical duties, such as copying documents, typing, etc.

Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the SPLOST program as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of the Accountant.

Knowledge of the terminology used within the program.

Knowledge of reports such as daily account balance reports and tax reports, financial statements, balance sheets, bank reconciliation's, and procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.

Knowledge of: GAAP, unified government computerized financial management system, unified government fixed assets accounting system, and relevant federal, state and local laws, ordinances, and grant requirements.

Skill in the use of various software packages.

Skill in the use of computers, fax machines, typewriters, and other office equipment.

Ability to compile, organize, prepare and maintain an assortment of records, reports and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other staff members.

Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.

Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.

Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments.

Ability to plan, organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.

Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.

Other Qualifications

(ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computers, calculators, typewriters, and other office equipment. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.

DATA CONCEPTION: Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving assignments and/or directions from supervisors.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires ability to read a variety of reports, financial statements, balance sheets, reimbursement requests, vouchers, journal entry requests, and informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare financial statements, balance sheets, schedules and graphs, tax reports, bank reconciliation's, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.

INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand complex principles and techniques; to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independent judgments in the absence of management.

VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical or professional languages including accounting terminology.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; utilize and determine percentages, and perform calculations involving variables, polynomials, etc.

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with office equipment (e.g., rulers, yardsticks, etc.).

MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately in using computers and other office equipment. Requires the ability to use the keyboard, lift, bend, push, and pull objects or materials using body parts as the position necessitates.

MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as computers, fax machines, typewriters, and other office equipment. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

COLOR DISCRIMINATION: May require the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under moderate stress when confronted with an emergency.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Must be able to communicate via telephone.

ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or [email protected].

Benefits

Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well-established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community.

Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.

Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.

As an Employer of Choice, we offer:
Health

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Prescription drug plan

Wellness

Onsite Employee Wellness Center - free for employees, spouse, and children 18+
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness education and incentive programs
Annual Wellness Fair
Annual employee appreciation events
Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
Safety & Risk training and job-related vaccinations

Family and Career

Training and professional development opportunities through the Organizational Development Department
Opportunities and Career Development via the Government Wide Learning Management System

Time

Annual/Sick leave
13 paid holidays per calendar year

Money

Robust Wellness Program – earn up to $175 per quarter for participation
Health Savings Account for medical and dependent care
Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service)
457 (b) Deferred Compensation Program with employer match
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer – Federal Student Aid
Financial education programs
Uniforms provided (if applicable)
Discount Admissions – ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium

Protection

Group Accident insurance
Critical Illness insurance
MASA Medical Transportation Insurance
Employer paid basic life insurance
Whole life insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Contributory term life insurance
Pet Insurance

To learn more about the Benefits offered at ACCGov, you may access them below.

BENEFITS
http://www.accgov.com/434/Benefits

WELLNESS
http://www.accgov.com/wellness

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
http://www.accgov.com/index.aspx?nid=791

Supplemental Questions

Which best describes your highest level of education?

Some High School
High School diploma or GED from an institution accredited by SACS
Some education beyond high school
Technical or Vocational Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate Degree

Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or financial management?

If you have a related degree, please specify the degree and field of study.

Please indicate your years of experience in finance, accounting, business or governmental management.

No experience
Less than 1 year of experience
1 year of experience, less than 2
2 years of experience, less than 3
3 years of experience, less than 4
4 years of experience, less than 5
5 years of experience, less than 6
6 years of experience, less than 7
7 years of experience, less than 8
8 years of experience, less than 9
9 years of experience, less than 10
10 years of experience or more

Please provide detailed information regarding your experience in the following areas. Include where and when you obtained and utilized your experience: Governmental accounting, bank reconciliation preparation, cash management, online banking, accounts receivable, journal entries, financial reports, audits, analyzing account balances, providing financial technical assistance, and software experience (Microsoft, financial software, etc.).

Do you possess a valid Driver's License?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County
Address: 375 Satula Avenue

Human Resources Department

Athens, Georgia, 30601
Phone: 706-613-3090
Website: http://www.accgov.com