Accountant

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE:           Accountant

SALARY:       B16 ($40,918  - $51,024)

FLSA:             Non- Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION:  Performs accounting functions for the Administration Department under the direction of the Finance Director; works with transportation and other agency programs to assist in the preparation of fund requests, invoices, budgets and financial reports.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to: Director of  Finance and Administration.
• Directs: This is a non-supervisory position.
• Other:   Has contact with other regional council employees, external auditors and the                                              general public.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparation of the transportation monthly fund requests and subcontractor invoices.
• Works with the transportation manager on developing budgets for the transportation programs.
• Works with the Director of Administration in preparing for the annual audit.
• Assist in preparation of financial statements/reports with schedules and exhibits.
• Provides technical assistance to staff in handling accounting transactions.
• May maintain the depreciation schedule for fixed assets and assist with the inventory of equipment.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining grant account numbers and entering of budget data into computer system.
• May audit accounting or control records for accuracy and conformance to establishing standards or procedures.
• Prepares various reports on federal/state grants as required.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the workforce building.
• Prepares grant file folders as needed.
• Maintains accounts payable files.
• Assists in scheduling HOTCOG building maintenance and inspections.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: generally accepted accounting principles; governmental accounting practices and procedures; reporting and records maintenance

Skill/Ability to:  work quickly and accurately with numbers; use ten key calculator by touch; prepare and maintain financial records and reports systematically and accurately; learn to use computer using standard spreadsheet software packages; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other regional council employees, outside auditors, and the general public;

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, plus at least two years of experience in public accounting;

or high school graduation, or its equivalent, plus at least six years of experience in public accounting;

or  any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Appropriate Texas driver's license or available means of transportation.