Capital Asset & Compliance Accountant

ACCEPTING INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY AT THIS TIME.

JOB SUMMARY

Working in a team environment, this position plans, coordinates and performs various fiscal and accounting functions of the City of Conroe. Duties are primarily relative to general accounting, capital asset identification and compliance with various laws and regulations; however, other areas are assigned as needed. This position works with all departments in the City as well as other entities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting required. Three years of experience in a similar position in a municipal or other governmental finance department required. Computer system experience required.

Special Requirements:

Analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills required. Municipal Accounting experience and ACFR preparation experience highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices.
• Skill in mathematics, analyzing and organization.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, including the proper use grammar, punctuation, sentence structure and good public speaking.
• Ability to reconcile spreadsheets and general ledger accounts to source documents.
• Ability to analyze, identify and resolve variances.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, make competent decisions, handle multiple projects, prioritize and organize work assignments, meet deadlines and work well under pressure and stress.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary and requires the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: fingering, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, talking and visual acuity.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $65,085 annually.

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.