Listing Summary

Accounting Coordinator

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting in the management of the records and financial accounts of the City.

Major Duties

• Posts general ledger entries for payroll and utility accounts and general and special revenue fund accounts.
• Prepares adjusting entries.
• Prepares vouchers and bank deposits.
• Generates financial statements.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements for all accounts.
• Assists with an investment of idle funds.
• Installs maintains, and updates accounting software.
• Prepares monthly closing of all general ledgers; checks balances and prints reports.
• Prepares monthly charge-back and wage reports.
• Codes and enters daily cash receipts.
• Maintains grant invoices and reimbursement records.
• Performs internal audit functions; implements internal control procedures and guidelines; assists external auditors as requested.
• Sets up new funds, account codes, and line items for computer entry.
• Maintains monthly fuel and garage inventory records; charges and records amounts used to all city departments.
• Maintains vendor list; prepares annual tax forms.
• Prepares financial reports required by the city, state, and other government agencies; prepares various reports as requested by the City Manager.
• Assists with preparation of annual city budget; compiles statistical data; provides revenue and expense projections; provides info on long-range plans.
• Assists in budget management by monitoring program allocations and expenditures.
• Gathers financial information relevant to applications for state and federal funds.
• Maintains petty cash fund.
• Performs general office duties.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.