The Finance Department Budget Department is looking for an experienced, accountant to provide technical expertise for the Finance Department as well as assist other County departments with financial tasks. The successful Accountant III will provide support to the department in accounting and financial recording and provide to the finance accounting staff.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY, SUNDAY, 9/01/2024.

• Prepare financial information and documents for the external auditors.
• Perform complex accounting tasks. 
•  Analyze and review financial data for errors and/or trends.
• Reconcile accounts, including assisting the finance director with cash accounts.
• Reconcile and/or reviews quarterly reports.
• Prepare and reviews the annual comprehensive financial statements for accuracy. 
• Assist the finance director with monthly reports/prepare monthly reports for Council.
• Review and updates County financial procedures as needed.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or closely related field required with a Master’s Degree preferred.
• Four (4) years or more of experience that should include budgeting and accounting skills, bank reconciliations, analyzing data and financial statement preparation. 
• Proficient in excel and word
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable County, State and Federal laws and regulations
• Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental GAAP