Accountant I

JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to the Assistant Financial Director, responsible for entry-level accounting duties in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and applicable laws, codes, and regulations. Ensures accuracy and completeness of financial information and reports. Level I of II in Accountant.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
* Balances and reconciles the general ledger and subsidiary accounting systems; examines all accounting transactions for accuracy; makes corrections to financial records as necessary
* Reviews contracts and agreements for budget appropriateness
* Reviews Commissioner's Court agenda; identifies all project related contracts, work authorizations, change orders, and agreements
* Prepares grant reports, including monitoring grant expenditures and revenues as well asensures compliance with grantor requirements
* Communicates frequently with county staff and the general public to exchange financial information
* Reviews and approves electronic asset transfer forms
* Creates and bills monthly and quarterly invoices; reviews and follows up on past-due invoices
* Assists with recording and reporting of fixed assets
* Prepares journal entries
* Assists with year-end procedures
* Reviews expenditures for classifying in the appropriate fiscal year until the financial reports are issued
* Prepares and reviews financial reports
* Assists with reviewing issues regarding project invoices, budgets, contracts, or any other accounting or financial inquiries
* Assists with various county financial related reports, research, and other financial information as needed
* Collaborates with project managers on work authorizations and amendments
* Assists Accountant II with various tasks
* Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
* Performs special duties as assigned
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
* Reports directly to - Assistant Financial Director
* Direct Reports - No
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
* Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
* Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
* Regular travel between work sites as required
IRREGULAR HOURS
* Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
* May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree with major coursework in accounting or finance and one (1) year of basic financial experience
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and financial systems
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required within thirty (30) days of employment
* Valid driver's license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* N/A
EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
* Criminal background check: Yes
* Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
* Drug screening: No
* Physical exam: No
* Psychological exam: No
* Additional: N/A
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.