Accountant I

The City of Council Bluffs is currently hiring for the position of Accountant I!

Mission: Our mission is to continuously improve the quality of life and attractiveness of the City of Council Bluffs.

Employee Benefits: Defined benefit pension plan – IPERS, excellent health insurance coverage, employer paid dental and vision insurance premiums, excellent vacation and sick leave, 10 paid holidays per year plus an additional floating holiday, $50,000 employer paid basic life insurance policy, and so much more!

Pay: $24.89/HR with step increases to $31.77/HR

Hours: Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. May occasionally be required to work nights and/or weekends.

Responsibilities: An employee in this class performs various general ledger accounting and financial reporting functions.

Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience performing similar duties
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

The City of Council Bluffs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

**NOTE: Applying through this site is not sufficient. In order to be considered for this position, an applicant must complete and submit the City's employment application.**

Please visit the City Employment Opportunities page for more pertinent information, to apply, and to view the job description. Contact the City's Recruiter, Cori Shaw, at 712-890-5275 with any questions!

Below is the link to the City's Employment Opportunities page:

http://selfservice.councilbluffs-ia.gov/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.89 - $31.77 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Ability to Relocate:

• Council Bluffs, IA 51503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person