Posting number: 2026-01924
Department: Finance
Division: Accounting Services
Job classification: ACCOUNTANT I
Posting type: Internal/External
Categories: Accounting and Finance
About this opportunity:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant I to join our team, focusing on accounts receivable and payroll functions. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who can deliver excellent customer service to City departments and external partners. Candidates should bring a strong foundation in accounting principles and proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and Google Suite.
Weekly Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Perform activities related to the monthly, quarterly and miscellaneous billings for multiple departments within the City including processing bills within the City’s ERP system as well as collecting and accurately processing payments.
Communicate with customers to request payment and arrange payment plans as needed.
Work with internal departments to ensure all accounts receivable agreements are accurate and up to date.
Reviews and verifies such information to ensure that it is accurate and complete for processing.
Perform account reconciliations for general ledger accounts as well as multiple third party billing accounts.
Supports the payroll function by assisting in the Payroll Specialist's absence or during payrolls with short deadlines, generating and processing year end reporting to include accrual conversions and W2s, processing tax return filings (941, state return, unemployment) and ensuring the remittance of funds to appropriate accounts.
Assist with the end of year, by gathering necessary information, preparing reports, and completing journal entries.
Serve as back-up for other financial functions and performs other accounting duties as required.
High school diploma or equivalency, with three (3) years of bookkeeping and accounting experience OR
Associates Degree or higher in Accounting or related field with one (1) year of bookkeeping and accounting experience.
Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
Knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
Fund or governmental accounting practices and principles knowledge is preferred.
Standard office practices and procedures.
Providing excellent customer service that coincides with the philosophy of the City.
Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing and operational use.
Reviewing and verifying accuracy of data.
Making sound, independent judgments within established policies and procedures.
Organization, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines. Communication to interact effectively with co-workers, managers, subordinates and the general public sufficient to convey information and to receive work direction.
The City of Asheville is committed to being the employer of choice in the region and the best local government in North Carolina. If you are a seasoned professional or just beginning your career, we encourage you to join our team.
The largest city in Western North Carolina and the 11th largest city in the state, Asheville is the county seat of Buncombe County with a diverse population of more than 84,000.
Asheville was named one of “25 Best Places for Business and Careers” by Forbes.com. “Our Quality of Service, Your Quality of Life” is what we believe at the City of Asheville. More than 1,100 employees work each day to bring this quality of service to Asheville residents. The City operates under a council/manager form of government. The Asheville City Council sets policies and enacts ordinances, which are then carried out under the city manager’s direction. The city council is comprised of an elected Mayor and six council members. The city council is committed to effec¬tive strategic planning with clearly identified yearly and quarterly goals.
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Continuous Improvement: Asheville employees are trained professionals who improve service delivery by balancing needs, resources and innovation.
Integrity: Asheville employ¬ees demonstrate character with courage, honesty and pride.
Diversity: Asheville em¬ployees value and respect a diverse community, work¬force and ideas.
Safety and Welfare: Asheville employees value the safety and welfare of our employees and the citizens we serve.
Excellent Service: Asheville employees strive to address needs with courtesy, compassion, timeliness, efficiency and commitment.
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