What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Revenue Specialist position at City of Kingsport?
Under general supervision of the Customer Service & Operations Manager, performs cash reconciliation, revenue accounting, and financial reporting duties; maintains accurate financial records and internal controls; and supervises staff assigned to revenue-related functions.
The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.
- Manages or performs high-volume cash and credit-card transactions and reconciliations, reviews revenue transactions, investigates discrepancies, resolves routine accounting issues, and prepares journal entries and adjustments to ensure accurate financial records and account balances.
- Prepares and reviews financial, statistical, and required state reports; maintains subsidiary and general ledger accounts and related financial system data; and supports month-end and fiscal year-end close and external audits.
- Supervises staff assigned to Business Licenses, Property Taxes, and Occupancy Tax; assigns and reviews work, provides guidance and training, evaluates performance, addresses performance concerns, and assists with complex customer issues.
- Reviews supporting documentation, ensures transactions are properly recorded, recommends corrective actions, and refers significant or policy-related matters to the department leadership.
- Maintains and monitors internal controls and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, generally accepted accounting principles, and governmental accounting standards.
- Coordinates with the Staff Accountant responsible for Cash and Investments and other City departments on financial records, reporting, systems, and operational needs.
- Identifies and recommends improvements to accounting, revenue, and financial system processes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of governmental accounting, including fund accounting, revenue accounting, reconciliation, and internal controls.
- Applicable laws, regulations, and governmental accounting standards affecting municipal revenue and fiscal operations.
- Revenue functions such as property taxes, business licenses/taxes, occupancy taxes, utility payments, cash handling, and credit-card transactions.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and sound judgment.
- Analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and resolve or recommend solutions to accounting and revenue issues.
- Prepare accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and reports while meeting deadlines and maintaining confidentiality.
- Plan, coordinate, review, and prioritize staff work; explain procedures and provide effective coaching and technical guidance.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with employees, other departments, businesses, and the public, including when resolving difficult questions or concerns.
- Use sound judgment, maintain effective working relationships, and recommend practical improvements to systems, procedures, and controls.
- A post-secondary degree in accounting, finance or closely related field is preferred. Five (5) years of relevant experience may substitute for education.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Tennessee Certified Municipal Finance Officer (CMFO) certification must be obtained within two (2) years of hire.
Salary : $60,216 - $64,251