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Financial Specialist
City of Americus —Americus, GA
- $42,659.11 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Financial Specialist

City of Americus -
Americus, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
$42,659.11 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Tax law compliance support experience
Grant management
Bachelor's degree
Accounting and finance experience
Financial compliance

Full Job Description

Description

The purpose of the Financial Specialist classification within the Finance department is to perform administrative, and technical work as the City’s Financial Specialist. This is a mid-level position that supports financial operations of the Finance Department. This position requires exercising a high degree of independent judgment on a diverse array of accounting activities within the department to include special projects, bank reconciliations, internal auditing function, assist in annual audit preparation, rate analysis, liaison for grants and grant administration for internal grants. This position also has a significant accountability and ongoing decision-making associated with his/her work.

Examples of Duties

The functions listed below are those that represent most of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Performs professional accounting work, including auditing, analyzing, and verifying fiscal records and reports, preparing financial and statistical reports, providing information to City staff regarding practices and procedures, and reconciling general ledger accounts; assists in preparing the City’s annual budgets; prepares year-end audit reports and schedules; knowledge of payroll: and performs related work as required.
Performs the full range of routine and complex departmental accounting and record keeping programs under minimal supervision. Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
Successful performance of the work requires thorough knowledge of governmental accounting practices and procedures, municipal fund accounting, grants accounting and compliance, revenue auditing and tax compliance, and fiscal management.
Recommends and assists in the implementation of new or revised accounting systems, procedures, and records.
Specific responsibilities required for this position include but are not limited to bank reconciliations, processes and creates journal entries.
Assists with the auditing processes
Performs grant accounting functions.
Performs fixed asset management duties.
Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or closely related field.

Experience: Requires two years’ experience in government accounting, finance, or closely related experience; required qualifications may be any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Experience in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines, budget development and management principles are a plus.

Supplemental Information

Special Certifications and Licenses

Required Certifications and Licenses Valid in the State of Georgia.

None.

Physical Demand

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Sedentary Work – Involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time, and occasionally carrying objects weighing up to 5 pounds.

Work Environment (Unavoidable Hazards)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

The City of Americus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the city of Americus to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

We pride ourselves on providing competitive pay and an excellent benefits package that includes; Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Retirement Options, Wellness Programs, 11 Paid Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Vacation Leave, and much more, while also ensuring that we remain compliant with the City Personnel policies and procedures and Local, State, and Federal regulations.

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