Accountant - Sheriff's Office

Accountant

$59,541.00 - $89,313.00 DOE*

*All job-related experience must be included on the resume portion for it to be considered in the salary offer.

JOB SUMMARY

Assists in budget preparation, control and oversight, personnel and payroll functions, procurement, asset control, and support functions. Gathers, researches, and analyzes information to coordinate and support special projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or other closely related field with completed coursework through Intermediate Accounting or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Education and experience may not be substituted for the required Intermediate Accounting coursework.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in the preparation of the annual budget. Researches and analyzes various budget issues. Assists the Administrator in monitoring the budget.
• Compares expenditures with budget appropriations to determine variances and recommends budget adjustments using county accounting software.
• Develops and monitors cash collections, petty cash disbursements, and other accounting transactions to ensure that adequate controls are in place to protect the fiscal integrity of the division.
• Provides an ongoing review of internal controls with cash handling and accounting functions to ensure that assets have adequate safeguards.
• Assists in writing and revising accounts receivable and accounts payable policies and procedures.
• Collects financial data and other information to submit journal entries for credit for services performed.
• Develops special financial and statistical reports and records using knowledge of accounting policies, practices, and procedures.
• Prepares grant and contract billings. Audits grant and contractual expenses.
• Maintains revenue records.
• Develops financial reports and provides program information.
• May assist in the preparation of payroll.
• May conduct or assist in audits to analyze data and assess the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and productivity of systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of:

• General accounting and auditing principles and procedures
• Effective office methods and procedures
• Cost accounting principles
• OMB Circular requirements
• General computer operations, spreadsheets, and word-processing
• Financial software programs
• Internal control principles
• Databases
• Records management
• Cash register operations and communications
• Purchasing systems

Skills and Abilities to:

• Use 10-key calculators by touch
• Use a computer
• Use specialized software
• Follow written and oral instructions
• Act independently with little direct supervision or guidance
• Read and interpret written policies, procedures, contracts, and regulations
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Resolve problems under stressful conditions
• Keep detailed financial records
• Meet challenging deadlines

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work duties are typically performed in a general office setting.

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