The City of Manassas Park is accepting applications for the position of Senior Accountant. The essential function of the position is to perform accounting and reporting, monthly reviews of account analysis, reconciliations and making recommendations for process improvement as necessary. The position is accountable for the accurate and timely reconciliations of all financial statement accounts (balance sheet and statement of activities) on a monthly basis, including primarily daily cash/bank account reconciliation as well as timely research, resolution, and adjustments to reconciled accounts. This position works under the general and direct supervision of the Director of Finance / CFO within established policies, procedures, guidelines, and timelines. May perform ancillary reception duties for City business.

All positions at the City of Manassas Park require a customer service mindset, in accordance with the Customer Service-related focus of the City.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

· Maintains and performs daily cash recording and all related account analysis, reconciliations, and verifications.

· Generates and maintains final monthly financial statements.

· Performs due diligence and reviews balance sheet accounts for any unusual balances.

· Identifies, researches, logs, documents, and works with the Director of Finance to resolve any financial issues.

· Supports the City Manager and Budget Manager with any needed journal entries to execute the budget.

· Supports the Accounts Payables Division, Accounts Receivables Division, and HR/Payroll Division with financial analysis support as needed and notifies them when processed transactions included errors.

· Leads the coordination of the annual audit and preparation of PBCs (Prepared by Clients Schedules).

· Maintains general ledgers for all funds.

· Performs accounting and reporting functions as assigned.

· Serves as liaison for accounting and reporting questions; investigates and coordinates resolution.

· Supports the preparation and maintenance of various financial reports, budget documents, reports, and statements.

· Ensures compliance with all established standards, policies and procedures as well as the City’s codes and ordinances.

· Develops and maintains standards of operating procedures.

· Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

· Compiles, examines, or evaluates data or information and recommends any necessary actions.

· Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting and generally accepted accounting principles.

· Has excellent analytical, Excel, MS query and data management skills.

· Has working experience with local government financial software (Keystone, Munis/Tyler, SAP, etc.).

· Assists with the coordination of year-end audit and compilation of comprehensive annual financial reporting.

· Reviews and maintains general ledgers for governmental funds and enterprise funds.

· Develops and documents policies and procedures.

· Supports accounting and budget schedule preparation and update.

· Handles equipment or work aids involving moderate latitude for judgment regarding attainment of standard or in selecting appropriate items, such as computers; software programs, spreadsheets, or custom applications; printers; complex copiers including scanners; keyboards; facsimile machines; and other similar equipment.

· Thorough knowledge of modern office management practices, procedures and equipment as applied to the development of maintenance of the accounting system; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, City officials, and external customers/agencies; ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing.

· Requires some responsibility for safety and health of others and/or for occasional enforcement of the standards of public safety or health.

Minimum Education and Training

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Master’s Degree in Accounting preferred.

· Valid Driver’s License.

· Four years’ work experience involving account research, reconciliation and and analysis, with a strong focus on governmental accounting, reporting and financial analysis.

ADA Compliance

The City of Manassas Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Manassas Park will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, and some dexterity in operating office equipment.

The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, speaking, and color perception.

Authorized hiring range: $80,000 - $100,000

If you are interested in becoming a member of our team, you must complete an application form and submit it to the City of Manassas Park, Human Resources Department, 100 Park Central Plaza, Manassas Park, VA 20111 or fax: 703-335-0053.

You may obtain an employment application by going to the following link:

https://manassaspark.rja.revize.com/forms/3556

This position will remain open until filled.

The City of Manassas Park is committed to ensuring diversity in its workplace, and candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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