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Accountant III
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- Accounting and Finance
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- Information Technology
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- Jan 14, 2021 Post Date
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works under the direction the Deputy Comptroller – Accounting in a lead capacity performing accounting, financial, and budget-related reporting (internal and external) and analysis related to assigned funds. Provides guidance and assistance to assigned lower level staff including planning assignments, monitoring progress, and reviewing work. Leads and performs reconciliation functions necessary for the maintenance of accounting system and recommends modification of procedures on systems. Oversees and participates in compiling, analyzing, and preparing financial information for proper general ledger accounts and sub-systems entries utilizing a thorough knowledge of the fundamental doctrines, theories, principles, and terminology of basic accountancy. Verifies postings of transactions to the general ledger system, including transactions from other systems. Assists external auditors with annual audit and prepares financial reports for internal and external use (including the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report). Makes adjusting and closing entries and audits journal entries prepared by other departments for accuracy and sufficiency of funds. Prepares audit work papers for annual or special audit by preparing accurate supporting work papers at an advanced level for assigned area(s). Enters actual and budget transactions to the accounting system and provides financial information and reports using automated accounting system. Oversees and participates in reconciling general ledger account balances and records month-end and year-end transactions. Develops financial reports for budgeting, forecasting, trending, and results analysis. Records, classifies, and summarizes financial transactions and events in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. May assist internal auditors and division personnel with coordination and compilation of assigned divisions' Operating and Capital Improvement Projects. Interprets city policy/procedures for external customers and auditors. Preserves financial security by following established internal accounting controls. Manages special projects as assigned and completes projects of various levels of complexity. Researches current and new accounting standards and summarizes results for presentation to management. Seeks to improve accounting systems by making procedures modification recommendations.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Primarily desk work. Requires the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing with management, staff and external auditors. Requires the ability to use general office equipment, such as personal computers, calculators and telephones.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office environment which involves contact with staff.
The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire.
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.
