Accountant

Job Opening

Troup County Government

Position: Accountant

Department: Finance

Salary: $23.31 Under general supervision and instruction this position is responsible for accounting duties in the County's Finance operations.

Qualifications/Knowledge:

• Baccalaureate Degree in a course of study related to the occupational field
• Must have 1-3 years of related experience; must have current valid driver's license
• Knowledge of budget development and management principles and practices
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, county ordinances and department policies and procedures
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs
• Must be proficient in Excel; must possess knowledge of General Ledger
• Skill in problem solving
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work; ability to work independently
• Skill in interpersonal relations
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in research and analysis required

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews, posts, monitors and reconciles all general budget activity for all funds, performs corrective adjustments; calculates and executes cost allocation of shared expenses to all departments and agencies; maintains records in an organized manner
• Monitors bank activity and cash flow for all operating accounts; reconciles bank statements
• Creates and distributes billing invoices for various activities, maintains accounts receivable records and collection of outstanding invoices
• Conducts internal audits and reviews performance of departments
• Calculates and processes sales tax activity and distributions
• Assists in grant management procedures, budget development and project accounting
• Assists in the preparation of financial reports and other reports as needed
• Works closely with external audit staff in the preparation of annual audit; performs year-end procedures; conducts encumbrance and general ledger soft closing; prepares trial balances for auditors, complies with DCA Survey Report, Statistical Section of CAFR; prepares Hotel Tax Report and E-911 Certification Report
• Assists in development and implementation of policies and procedures for all accounting aspects
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

Employment Applications will be accepted Until Filledon Troup County's website @ www.troupcountyga.gov

Job #: 02272024 Accountant Grade 17

Troup County is an Equal Opportunity Employer - A Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.31 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Lagrange, GA 30240: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person