Job Description

Job Code: 21020 Salary Grade: 17 Salary Range: $52,266 - $84,148 FLSA: Exempt

Department: Finance

Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Performs accounting functions for assigned accounts; enters and posts financial data; prepares and approves journal entries; reconciles accounts; calculates data and enters data into computer systems; researches errors and makes corrections as required; prepares tax forms; maintains financial records; and prepares and submits related reports as required.

Maintains accounting records for various County funds; analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy and appropriateness of transactions; reviews cash receipts and deposits, as well as journal, for accuracy; performs daily and/or monthly closeout of general ledger; and prepares and submits related reports as required.

Performs cash flow analysis and review of assigned County funds; reviews account balances; verifies money transfers; reviews cash deposit receipts; ensures deposits made to proper accounts; assists with yearly cash flow projections; maintains related files and documentation; and prepares and submits related reports as required.

Assists auditors in completing annual and periodic audits; determines accrual balances; compiles data for notes and schedules; reviews all general ledger and subledger entries for accuracy; and obtains information, retrieves records, prepares reports, and provides other assistance as needed.

Manages fixed assets for assigned area; monitors capital asset acquisition and disposal; maintains inventory records; updates fixed asset logs; verifies title, serial number; prepares audit schedules and supporting documentation; participates in surplus auction; and maintains all related documentation and accounts

May assist in maintaining banking related functions as assisgned for all Countywide Banking relationships.

Processes a variety of accounts payable documentation and information; receives, reviews and verifies invoices, purchase orders for accuracy, completeness and proper authorization; enters data into accounting system for payment as applicable;; administers permissions in systems; and maintains all related documentation.

Participates in special projects as assigned; researches, compiles and prepares reports; analyzes data and makes recommendations; serves on committees; and submits all mandated reports to regulatory agencies or others as required.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; and attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required; two years of experience in accounting, business, accounts payable/receivable or related field.

Specific License Certification
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

Supplemental Information:

Fixed Assets: Maintain the mass additions table (adding, deleting assets per our FA criteria), Record asset acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation entries, Track construction-in-progress projects and capitalize completed assets and Reconcile fixed asset accounts to the general ledger.