City of Laredo, TX
City of Laredo, TX is hiring: Accountant I, 207, Accounting in Laredo
City of Laredo, TX, Laredo, TX, United States
Salary : $46,113.60 - $57,657.60 Annually
Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: B251910-1
Department: Financial Services
Division: Accounting
Opening Date: 10/07/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Revised: 10/24/2024
Maintains City fiscal records and systems as assigned by the supervisor. Prepares, maintains, and balances financial transactions in one or more functional areas, subsystems, or funds; in addition, accomplishes other special projects as needed. Prepares or assists in the preparation of complex fiscal and statistical statements, analysis, and reports.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Knowledge of
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Never
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
Position will require the employee to travel
Never
Required Education and Experience
Valid Licenses and Certifications
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:
For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits
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Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?
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What is your highest level of education?
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If you hold an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's PhD, Juris Doctor, or Post Graduate Degree, please provide your major/minor:
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Do you have at least one (1) year of accounting, bookkeeping, or related field?
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From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed accounting, bookkeeping, or related duties with:Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.)
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I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.
Required Question
Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: B251910-1
Department: Financial Services
Division: Accounting
Opening Date: 10/07/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Revised: 10/24/2024
Maintains City fiscal records and systems as assigned by the supervisor. Prepares, maintains, and balances financial transactions in one or more functional areas, subsystems, or funds; in addition, accomplishes other special projects as needed. Prepares or assists in the preparation of complex fiscal and statistical statements, analysis, and reports.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Maintains accurate and current financial records for several assigned City funds, which include recording daily transactions, journal entries, and monitoring all transactions for accurate recordings; assures City funds are appropriately accounted for and utilized.
- Balances and reconciles assigned accounts; analyzes accounts and entries; takes appropriate actions to correct errors; prepares internal financial reports on a monthly and quarterly basis, including revenue and expenditure reports, budget to actual comparisons, and balance sheets.
- Prepares monthly billings for appropriate funds; completes accurate forms utilizing proper procedures and assures timeliness of billings.
- Prepares State, Federal, and other reports required for specific funds; prepares requests for reimbursement of expenditures (when appropriate) incurred by certain funds; attaches appropriate documentation to support requests to State and Federal agencies.
- Assures all debt service payments are made on a timely basis for all outstanding bonds, which have been sold/issued by the City. Assists in preparing City's annual operating budget.
- May perform clerical accounting duties, such as: recording payments received, recording new loans, making appropriate adjustments to the general ledger, tallying receipts, etc.
- Assists with the annual audit of the City, which is conducted by an independent auditor; prepares all documentation for account balances of the funds assigned.
- Assists in the preparation of the comprehensive annual financial report.
- Prepares budget appropriations when needed and reviews those prepared by other departments for specific funds; verifies budget allocations to requests for payments.
- Makes code payments to third party contracts with the City, assuring expenditures incurred are reimbursed by the City through a billing process.
- Monitors fixed assets currently operated by government funds; reviews all capital outlay accounts; verifies that all expenses made are accurately classified as fixed assets; prepares appropriate and complete forms; assigns tag numbers, tag items, and prepares entries for every department in the fixed assets account group.
- May maintain records for capital projects, including contracts, change orders, invoices, and other pertinent information to each project; monitors budget availability for all capital projects on a daily basis; reviews and codes all contractor payments.
- Produces relevant accounting and fiscal reports which assist in meeting the fiscal objectives of the City; may also be assigned to special projects as needed to better maintain the general accounting and fiscal reporting activities of the City.
- Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
- Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of
- Knowledge of general accepted accounting principles, practices, procedures, and applications of a variety of accounting transactions and problems.
- Knowledge of general office procedures, practices, systems, and equipment as applied to financial operations.
- Knowledge of financial data bases and relevant computer applications.
- Ability to operate a personal computer, typewriter, and calculator as needed.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting problems and to discern those requiring policy determinations by supervisor(s).
- Ability to prepare financial reports and statements in accordance with predetermination requirements.
- Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to use computer hardware, various software programs and technologies, including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
- Ability to speak before public groups and make presentations.
- Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
- Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
- Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
- Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
- Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
- Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language.
- Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
- Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Never
- Street environment (near moving traffic)
- Construction site
- Confined space
- Other: ______
- Outdoor environment
- Warehouse environment
- Vehicles
- Office or similar indoor environment
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
- Individuals with known violent backgrounds
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
- Communicable diseases
- Moving mechanical parts
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
- Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
- Other: (Specify:____)
- Individuals who are hostile or irate
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Position will require the employee to travel
Never
- International travel
- Regional travel
- National travel
- Local travel
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited* college or university in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- At least one (1) year of accounting, bookkeeping, or related field
Valid Licenses and Certifications
Required Licenses or Certifications:
- Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:
- 10 days of paid vacation per year
- 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
- Pension plan
- 16 paid Holidays
- Paid health*
- Dental plan*
- Life insurance*
For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits
01
Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?
- I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
- I am a part-time City of Laredo
- I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee
02
What is your highest level of education?
03
If you hold an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's PhD, Juris Doctor, or Post Graduate Degree, please provide your major/minor:
04
Do you have at least one (1) year of accounting, bookkeeping, or related field?
- Yes
- No
05
From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed accounting, bookkeeping, or related duties with:Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.)
06
I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.
- I have read and understood the above information.
- I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation.
Required Question