Assistant County Auditor - Financial Admin

Assistant County Auditor I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED plus 2 years of accounting/finance experience;
• Understanding of basic accounting/auditing principles and processes;
• Firm commitment to confidentiality;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Advanced knowledge of Office Suite products;
• General knowledge of functions and authority of a county government system required;
• Self-motivation and organizational skills a must.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance; or Associates Degree plus 2 years of Accounting/Finance experience;
• Previous experience in a county governmental entity or similar setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of government accounting and other finance related areas.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles.
• Knowledge of basic audit standards, procedures and techniques required to perform audits.
• Principles of local, state federal procurement laws.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret policies, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to maintain concentration and follow through with assignments.
• Knowledge of budgeting techniques, basic mathematical calculations, detail oriented.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Skills in operating a personal computer and utilizing Excel and Word software. Experience with Tyler Incode 10 a plus.
• Ability to exercise judgement, decisiveness and creativity required in sometimes stressful situations.
• Ability to work effectively with other department managers, employees, and Commissioners Court in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Ability to communicate in person, by telephone, in writing and electronically, to interact in a professional, respectful and effective manner with the general public, elected and appointed officials of the County and other organizations, and other County personnel.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

• Valid Texas driver license required.
• Travel = <10%

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor, balance and reconcile specific funds, budgets and accounts for proper presentation of financial statements and general ledger.
• Review and analyze data entry relating to accounts payable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Knowledge of payroll and timekeeping system in order to review and approve payroll.
• Monitor grant administration and financial reporting.
• Monitor Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture funds and financial reporting for District Attorney and County Sheriff.
• Develop audit plans and assist with performance of audits and reviews under the direction of the County Auditor.
• Assist in developing the annual budget, monitor actual revenues and expenditures, and establish and review budget transfers and amendments along with journal entries.
• Provide budgetary and payroll support and assist County officials with proper accounting procedures and compliance with State statutes, County and grant policies and procedures.
• Maintain and prepare timely and accurate financial reports, schedules and work papers for Commissioner’s Court, External Auditor, and others as required.
• Assist County Auditor, along with External Auditor, in preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Certification by Government Finance Officers Association.
• Monitor month and year end closing schedules and monthly reports for accuracy and compliance for all departments.
• Attend Commissioners’ Court or other meetings in the absence of the County Auditor.
• Maintain physical inventory of fixed assets for county departments, including detail schedules and Incode fixed asset software program.
• Assist County departments with inventory at year end.
• Assist with on-line auction of county inventory.
• Provides clerical support to the department by data and information system entry, maintenance of files, ledgers and records, updates under supervision, assists with record storage and destruction schedules;
• Act as liaison to other departments to resolve financial related issues.
• Travels to other work sites and reviews documentation, offers support, and conducts cash counts.
• Assist county offices and departments with formal procurement procedures and purchase order processes.
• Assist with the preparation of bids, RFPs and RFQs.
• Facilitates internal review and training of the County’s purchasing policy to County Officials and other authorized personnel who may make purchases for the County.
• Review the County’s purchasing policy and identify procurement processes to be improved or made more efficient.
• Supports County policy and procedures.
• Responds to questions and requests of the department, as needed.
• Related special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance and timeliness is required.
• Additional job duties as assigned by the supervisor within the scope of the department.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The duties and responsibilities listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Employment is contingent on passing post-offer, pre-employment, reasonable suspicion and/or periodic drug, criminal background investigations, and motor vehicle record reports as appropriate under policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.57 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Accounting/Financial: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Brenham, TX 77833: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24