Accounting Specialist

Under general supervision of the Finance Director the Accounting Specialist reconciles general ledger

accounts, reconciles benefit accounts; prepares reports; and closes general ledger monthly and annually

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance, including but not limited to cash escrow bonds; accounts receivable month end balances; and payroll liability accounts
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports;
  
  

Reconciles State disbursement reports with general ledger transactions quarterly and annually

• Assist Finance Director with grant tracking
• Prepares and processes journal entries and assist with month-end and year-end closing
  
  

procedures

• Support cost allocation plan and annual audit activities by compiling documentation and
  
  

responding to auditor inquiries

• Performs upload of Department of Human Services monthly file to general ledger for inclusion in
  
  

monthly reports

• Perform monthly retirement reporting for legacy and hybrid employees (VRS & VOY A) as well as
  
  

optional life reporting

• Prepare monthly benefit reconciliations - reconciling vendor invoices to payroll reports
• Process checks/ACH/manual payments for monthly benefit reconciliations
• Assists with preparation of revenue and expense reports for departments and offices; works with
  
  

County employees to answer questions related to accounting, reports, and financial transaction

• Provide administrative support such as filing, data entry, and maintenance of financial records
• Assist with other departmental tasks and special projects, as required
• Perform related work as assigned
  
  

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of duties. The County reserves the right to modify Job duties or assign

additional responsibilities as needed.o Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with course work in business,

accounting, finance, or other related field

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with course work in business,
  
  

Accounting, Finance, Or Other Related Field (preferred)

• Experience: Two (2) or more years of experience in accounting (preferred)
• Certifications/Licenses: N/A
• Other: Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered to meet
  
  

the education and experience requirements, if it provides the required knowledge, skills, and