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Montgomery County Government · 1 day ago

Accountant/Auditor III, Grade 23

Gaithersburg, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$77K/yr - $123K/yr

3+ years exp

Montgomery County Government is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented professional to join the Automated Traffic Enforcement Unit within the Traffic Division. The role involves managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and providing expert guidance on budgetary matters while preparing detailed financial analyses.

GovernmentNon Profit

Responsibilities

Performing Advanced Accounting Work: managing and analyzing financial operations, ensuring adherence to Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Supporting Fiscal Integrity: Reconciling accounts, preparing year-end financial statements, and ensuring compliance with Montgomery County’s Office of Management and Budget/Finance/Procurement policies

Driving Data-Driven Insights: Preparing detailed financial analyses and recommending actionable solutions to optimize resource allocation

Serving as a Financial Advisor: Acting as a trusted resource for internal stakeholders, providing expert guidance on budgetary and financial matters

Leveraging Technology for Efficiency: Utilizing integrated ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and advanced financial management tools to perform projections, reconciliations, and comprehensive reporting

Enhancing Accountability: Monitoring expenditure reports, processing general ledger transactions, and providing oversight for payment processing operations

Qualification

AccountingAuditingFinancial ManagementGASB StandardsGAAPERP SystemsOracleFinancial ReportingData AnalysisMicrosoft OfficeBudgeting

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in accounting; or a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or a related field with a major in accounting coursework

Three (3) years of professional experience as an Accountant/Auditor II

Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) may be substituted for a degree in Accounting or a major in Accounting