Accountant I

Full Job Description

The purpose of this job is to maintain, monitor, reconcile, analyze, invoice and evaluate accounting records for reporting purposes including yearend.

Identifies areas that need corrections or adjustments and make the necessary entries, including procedures and internal controls.

Manages and reports information to other Governmental units (local, state) and the general public

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.

• Develops and implements accounting and financial procedures and internal controls
• Works with reconciling system of record data with sub-system data. Enters taxable value adjustments from the State of Michigan.
• Supports the accounting team and cross-trains to help with multiple activities. Learns areas such as daily cash balancing and property tax collection.
• Develops and implements accounting system modifications and changes
• Maintains and reconciles accounts and journal entries
• Develops, monitors, reviews, verifies, posts to the journal, reconciles, adjusts, approves and presents for audit the department or office accounts
• Prepares estimates of receivables and payables during budget development
• Prepares, analyzes, and estimates annual revenues, reimbursements, and disbursements; prepares or assists in budget development; monitors and reviews budget status
• Prepares and reviews financial and cash reports and statements
• Operates personal computer and other office equipment
• Performs related work as required

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field

--AND--

• Two (2) years of professional accounting experience

--OR--

• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Additional Information

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please Note:
This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules. For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below.

Collective Bargaining Agreements

Civil Service Rules