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Position Summary
The Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst performs advance professional accounting and financial analysis in support of the Town’s financial operations. This role serves as a senior accounting resource responsible for complex reconciliations, financial reporting, month-end and year-end coordination, budget analysis, forecasting, audit coordination, and internal control oversight. The Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst exercised a high degree of independent judgement, provides technical expertise, identifies process improvements, and delivers financial analysis to support organizational planning and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
The duties listed herein are illustrative of the essential duties of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required or assigned.
- Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
- Perform complex general ledger reconciliations and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
- Lead preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation, and coordination with external auditors.
- Perform budget-to-actual analysis and identify significant variances and trends.
- Develop revenue and expenditure forecasts to support budget planning and financial decision-making.
- Analyze financial performance and prepare recommendations for management.
- Maintain and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards, Town policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Review and approve complex journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Conduct technical accounting research and recommend appropriate accounting treatment.
- Assist with development and implementation of accounting policies and financial procedures.
- Support annual budget development and long-range financial planning.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Provide guidance and technical assistance to accounting staff and departmental personnel.
- Participate in financial system implementations, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.
- Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership, Town Board, and external agencies as assigned.
- Monitor compliance with grant requirements, debt reporting, and other governmental financial obligations.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
Work Experience
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional accounting or financial analysis experience.
- Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit coordination, and general ledger accounting.
- Municipal or governmental accounting experience preferred.
Certifications (preferred but not required)/Licenses
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
- Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
- Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) training or coursework
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or equivalent financial analysis certification
Working Conditions
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
- Requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and working at a computer.
- Frequent use of office equipment, including computers, calculators, printers, telephones, and other business technology.
- Requires visual acuity and sustained concentration to analyze financial data, prepare reports, and review detailed accounting records.
- May occasionally lift or move files, records, or office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Frequent interaction with employees, department directors, executive leadership, external auditors, financial institutions, regulatory agencies, vendors, and the public.
- Requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines during month-end and year-end close, budget development, financial reporting, and annual audit activities.
- Occasional attendance at evening meetings, training sessions, or budget workshops may be required.
- Occasional overtime or adjusted work hours may be necessary to support financial close, audits, budget preparation, grant reporting, or other time-sensitive financial activities.
Benefits and Incentives
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
- Supplemental Health Plans (accidental, critical illness, hospital)
- Town paid Basic Life and AD&D coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 12 weeks of PFML (Paid Family Medical Leave)
- Retirement plan with up to 10% employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 29 vacation days and 10 sick days annually
- 11 paid Town observed holidays + 1 floating holiday
- Annual training, certification and tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Bilingual stipend for qualifying employees
- Town subsidized position related membership or affiliation dues
- Free tee time at Bella Rosa Golf Course
- Free membership to Carbon Valley Recreation Center
- Access to the Town’s gym facility
The Town of Frederick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, hiring and developing a diverse workforce. The Town does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.
The Town of Frederick provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal and state law. If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]. 