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Company Name : City of Loveland
Location : Loveland, CO
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Job Description : JOB

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Performs a variety of professional accounting work, requiring the discretion and application of governmental and general accounting theory relating to one or more of the following functions: financial analysis, auditing and verifying fiscal records and reports, preparing financial and statistical reports, providing information to City staff regarding accounting practices and procedures, reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing year-end audit reports and schedules, assisting with the preparation of annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR), assisting in preparing the City’s long range financial planning for all City funds, performing and reconciling physical inventories, maintaining City’s fixed asset records, tracking and reconciliation of Federal and State grants.

The salary range for this position is $53,300- $82,700 per year with a hiring range of $53,300 – $68,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Position will close to applicants on: Monday, 3/28/22 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Month and Year End Closing

Perform month and year-end closing by verifying that all cash receipts, journal entries and system updates are completed and by verifying that all funds are in balance. Posts required journal entries before close is performed. Coordination with other departments/divisions is necessary.

Bank Reconciliation

Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for depository and checking accounts, reviewing for accuracy and comparing to bank records all transactions affecting cash; including returned checks, payroll, investment transactions, wire transfers, accounts payable checks, cash receipts and charge sales including postings from various system modules. Reconcile and produce monthly listing of outstanding accounts payable checks. Monitor returned check activity throughout the month. Prepare adjusting journal entries as needed to properly record all activity in regard to cash. Research all outstanding items and make appropriate journal entries.

Financial Analysis

Maintain accounting files by reviewing and analyzing a variety of accounting transactions for accuracy and propriety and by preparing adjusting journal entries as required. Assure interface accuracy between the general ledger and other subsidiary modules. Interpret and assure compliance with appropriate federal, state, and departmental laws, rules & regulations & standards in areas of accounting and reporting. Perform month end and year end analysis of funds, financial statements and department data submittals for annual audit.

Financial Reporting

Prepare financial reports for City departments, budgets, general ledger account balances, revenues and expenditures as appropriate. Assist in annual audit process by preparation and analysis of year-end financial statements by reviewing, reconciling, compiling and evaluating accounting records and preparing year-end audit work papers for individual funds. Interact with external auditors as required.

Department Liaison

Provide assistance to departments in accounting, reporting, budget development including budget preparation meetings and long-range planning by projecting or analyzing revenues, expenditures, rates, etc,. Research financial transactions and provide professional advice to others in the resolution of difficult accounting problems and answer inquiries from other departmental personnel concerning accounting policies and procedures. Guide and train department personnel as needed in use of the financial computer modules. Write reports from financial system for departments as requested. Answer any financial related questions from departments or outside customers.

Fixed Assets/Inventory

Maintain fixed asset accounting records including accuracy of changes and completeness of inventory according to accepted standards. Perform asset inventory of enterprise funds annually. Prepare fixed asset schedules and depreciation for auditors and the annual ACFR.

Capital Projects:
Provide tracking and reporting for capital projects. Design, maintain and prepare financial reports used by project managers. Set up projects, maintain and reconcile project cost reports. Assist project managers with financial information including query regarding project reports/budgets. Train and update project management staff on financial system. Complete complex analysis of restricted cash accounts based on financial activities to prepare necessary inter-fund transfers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs special financial research projects assigned by the Accounting Manager. Evaluate financial systems, develop accounting and operational process improvements along with other challenging assignments and recommend changes. Provide backup support for other accountants within the finance department by maintaining a current knowledge of other procedures used. Establish and maintain effective communications with customers by giving, receiving and clarifying information in a courteous and professional manner. Analyzes complex financial data and extracts and defines relevant information; interprets data for others. May be required to backup payroll processing and Grant Accountant.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, skills & abilities

Comprehensive and working knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and practices of governmental accounting. Knowledge and/or work experience with computerized accounting system and ability to use both mainframe and personal computers. Communicate effectively both in writing and orally. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public. Familiarity with modern office management practices. Ability to interpolate data from printed ledgers on a daily basis. Work with little or no direct supervision. Ability to create and maintain complex Excel spreadsheets. Knowledge to learn and create mainframe queries. Knowledge of fixed asset reporting, Federal and State grant management processes, and payroll processing and taxes.

Core competencies:
Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness

Job specific competencies:
Job Expertise, Data Analysis, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Reporting

Education and/or experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work (30 or more hours) in accounting required. Knowledge and/or experience with a computerized accounting system(s) and Microsoft Suite required. Three (3) years professional experience in governmental accounting desired. Governmental accounting courses included in curriculum preferred.

Materials and equipment directly used:
Computer equipment, calculator, fax machine, photocopier

Working conditions and physical requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office environment that may require bending and kneeling, sitting for extended periods of time, reaching and repetitive keyboard motion. The nature of the work requires extra hours during fiscal year end and sporadically through out the year. Light physical effort required by moving and positioning objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

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Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:
Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)

Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family)

Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave

Flexible spending including Dependent Care

Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage

Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary 529 College Invest program

Personal and Professional Development opportunities

Discounted recreation passes

Employee recognition program

Exceptional work-life balance

Market based pay & regular performance reviews

Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

A criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

Experience

Required

Knowledge and/or experience with a computerized accounting system(s) and Microsoft

Preferred

Professional experience in governmental accounting.

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