Job Description

Job Location: City Hall - Farmington, UT 84025
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $38.27 - $48.08 Hourly

Travel Percentage: For Training Purposes Only
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Accounting

Position Summary:
The senior accountant performs advanced professional accounting work in support of citywide financial operations. This position is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, supporting budget administration and assisting with audit coordination.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and subsidiary accounts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
• Assist in preparations of the annual audit report.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations.
• Perform account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analysis.
• Support budget preparation and processes.
• Monitor expenditures for compliance with approved budgets.
• Coordinate and assist with external audits.
• Prepare audit reports and supporting documentation.
• Monitor and evaluate internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Maintain records related to capital assets, debts and fixed asset accounting.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy.
• Provide technical guidance and support city-wide.
• Other duties as assigned by Finance Director.
Knowledge of:
• Federal, state and local laws, and regulations applicable to accounting practices.
• Audit processes and compliance standards.
• Municipal budget development and monitoring processes.
Skilled in:
• Financial analysis and account reconciliation.
• Preparation of detailed financial reports and statements.
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet and accounting software applications.
Ability to:
• Interpret and apply accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage multiple projects and meet established deadlines.
• Analyze complex financial data and present findings clearly.

QualificationsMinimum

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a closely related field from an accredited institution. With four to six years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience.
Preferred

Qualifications:
Work experience in a municipal accounting setting is preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional certification preferred.