Charleston County, SC
Accountant III - Finance
Charleston County, SC, North Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29405
Salary:
$64,209.00 - $84,156.00 Annually
Location :
North Charleston, SC
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
CR209591
Department:
Finance
Opening Date:
08/19/2024
Description
PRIOR APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.
The Finance Department Budget Department is looking for an experienced, accountant to provide technical expertise for the Finance Department as well as assist other County departments with financial tasks. The successful Accountant III will provide support to the department in accounting and financial recording and provide to the finance accounting staff.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $64,209 - $84,156 (Estimated Annual Salary
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare financial information and documents for the external auditors.Perform complex accounting tasks.Analyze and review financial data for errors and/or trends.Reconcile accounts, including assisting the finance director with cash accounts.Reconcile and/or reviews quarterly reports.Prepare and reviews the annual comprehensive financial statements for accuracy.Assist the finance director with monthly reports/prepare monthly reports for Council.Review and updates County financial procedures as needed.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or closely related field required with a Master's Degree preferred.Four (4) years or more of experience that should include budgeting and accounting skills, bank reconciliations, analyzing data and financial statement preparation.Proficient in excel and wordComprehensive knowledge of applicable County, State and Federal laws and regulationsComprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental GAAPCharleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life InsuranceOptional Life and Disability InsuranceOptional Medical and Dependent Care Spending AccountsAnnual and Sick LeaveFourteen
(14)
recognized HolidaysSouth Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement PlanPolice Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)Optional Deferred Compensation ProgramLongevity and Merit Pay IncreasesOptional Federal Credit Union MembershipLeadership, Professional and Skill Development TrainingEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Well-being ProgramFor more information, visit our
$64,209.00 - $84,156.00 Annually
Location :
North Charleston, SC
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
CR209591
Department:
Finance
Opening Date:
08/19/2024
Description
PRIOR APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.
The Finance Department Budget Department is looking for an experienced, accountant to provide technical expertise for the Finance Department as well as assist other County departments with financial tasks. The successful Accountant III will provide support to the department in accounting and financial recording and provide to the finance accounting staff.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $64,209 - $84,156 (Estimated Annual Salary
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare financial information and documents for the external auditors.Perform complex accounting tasks.Analyze and review financial data for errors and/or trends.Reconcile accounts, including assisting the finance director with cash accounts.Reconcile and/or reviews quarterly reports.Prepare and reviews the annual comprehensive financial statements for accuracy.Assist the finance director with monthly reports/prepare monthly reports for Council.Review and updates County financial procedures as needed.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or closely related field required with a Master's Degree preferred.Four (4) years or more of experience that should include budgeting and accounting skills, bank reconciliations, analyzing data and financial statement preparation.Proficient in excel and wordComprehensive knowledge of applicable County, State and Federal laws and regulationsComprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental GAAPCharleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life InsuranceOptional Life and Disability InsuranceOptional Medical and Dependent Care Spending AccountsAnnual and Sick LeaveFourteen
(14)
recognized HolidaysSouth Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement PlanPolice Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)Optional Deferred Compensation ProgramLongevity and Merit Pay IncreasesOptional Federal Credit Union MembershipLeadership, Professional and Skill Development TrainingEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Well-being ProgramFor more information, visit our