AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
JOB SUMMARY - This position performs difficult professional work in the preparation and maintenance of complex financial records and utilization of business application software for personal and midrange computer systems; does related work as required. Work is performed independently under the general supervision of the Controller. PHYSICAL DEMANDS - The work is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force ... more details
JOB SUMMARY AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
JOB SUMMARY
This position performs difficult professional work in the preparation and maintenance of complex financial records and utilization of business application software for personal and midrange computer systems; does related work as required. Work is performed independently under the general supervision of the Controller.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects. Work requires:
Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
Manual Dexterity: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Vocal Communication: Required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
Hearing: Required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Visual Acuity: Required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Participates in the maintenance and design of the accounting control, records, and billing system; maintains general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
Communicates and interacts regularly with management, staff, and professional level employees of local, state, and federal agencies.
Extracts financial data from various accounting and information systems for analysis; develops reports for other City departments as needed.
Evaluates accounting processes and procedures; communicates findings and makes recommendations to improve efficiency.
Assists in supervising and training of accounting staff and exercises considerable judgment with respect to accounting technical issues and matters.
Reconciles bank statements including subsidiary and depository accounts.
Reconciles payroll interface to payroll registers.
Analyzes general ledger accounts to determine taxes payable; prepares and processes sales and use tax and gross receipts tax returns; responses to correspondence and inquiries related to Department of Revenue audits.
Prepares and assembles complex audit work papers, schedules, and reports to support the annual audit and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
Reviews and evaluates vendor activities to determine taxable status and prepares 1099-MISC tax forms.
Oversees miscellaneous receivable invoice and statement processing and reconciles the subsidiary ledger to the general ledger.
Enters special assessments into the subsidiary ledger and issues statements.
Reconciles fixed asset subsidiary ledger acquisitions, disposals, and transfers to general ledger.
Evaluates reasonableness of system-generated depreciation forecasts and proposes necessary adjustments.
Develops and recommends new and revised policies and procedures to respond to changes in fixed assets and continuing property records to improve effectiveness of those systems.
Assists other departments with fixed assets maintenance and capital project related questions and procedures.
Assists in the completion, close, and capitalization of electric work and posts adjustments to the proper general ledger accounts.
Evaluates reasonableness of work order associated costs and overhead values and proposes necessary adjustments.
Works with Beaches Energy Services and Information Services to develop a system to conduct a complete physical inventory of all electric infrastructure assets.
Audits all capital Electric substation projects and works with Beaches Energy Services to determine proper capitalization.
Ensures electric work orders meet minimum FERC capitalization requirements.
Assists departments in tagging fixed assets and performing annual fixed asset inventories; performs test counts and proposes adjustments.
Performs related tasks as required.
OTHER INFORMATION
Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Jacksonville Beach and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or related field and three years of experience in accounting and finance administration. Graduate level coursework, CPA, and/or governmental accounting experience are preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of theory, principles, methods, and practices of governmental accounting.
Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, and regulations governing sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, and 1099-MISC filing.
Thorough knowledge of modern office methods, practices, and equipment.
Superior skill in time management and critical thinking.
Ability to prepare and maintain complex financial reports and records.
Ability to analyze and evaluate complex financial systems.
Ability to exercise considerable judgment related to accounting technical issues and matters.
Ability to plan and supervise the work of professional and clerical subordinates.
Ability to express technical ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and understand and follow complex oral and written directions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, City Officials, and the general public.
CORE PURPOSE AND VALUES
Our employees uphold and promote the mission, vision, and core values of the City of Jacksonville Beach. To be successful, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and demonstrate a strong desire to be a part of our EPIC Team:
Empowerment –Enabling employees to achieve work-life balance & professional growth and success
Pride – A small coastal city dedicated to displaying a big heart through our commitment to the community
Integrity – We hold ourselves, individually and collectively, accountable to our community and our organization
Communication – Open & honest dialogue with our community and throughout our organization
Teamwork– Working together with our community to achieve common organizational goals
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