Charleston County Government · 2 weeks ago
Accountant II - EMS
Charleston, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$61K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expCharleston County Government is seeking an Accountant II as part of their Business Services Team. The role involves assisting in financial management tasks such as budget preparation, accounts payable, and auditing financial records.
GovernmentOffice AdministrationProfessional ServicesSocial Assistance
Responsibilities
Assist in preparation/monitoring of departmental budgets with quarterly budget review presentations to departmental leadership
Manage accounts payables for department to include P-Card program management, overseeing payments to all vendors providing goods or services to Charleston County EMS; requires knowledge of government procurement laws and guidelines, as well as general ledger accounts knowledge
Performs account reconciliations and auditing of financial departmental records
Balances and monitors grant revenue and expenditures, reporting compliance appropriately
Prepares specialized financial records, project cost worksheets, technical accounting reports
Coordinates and works closely with other County departments regarding policies, contracts, grants, budget funding for EMS business needs
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree from an accredited institution
5 years or more of experience in Accounting, preferably within a local government
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Knowledge of financial office procedures and practices
Knowledge of functions of local government
Knowledge of budget preparation and accounts payable processes
Proficient in MS Excel accounting functions and general use
Skilled in communicating effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using technical and non-technical language
Skilled in using accounting and general ledger software programs
Able to interpret accounting reports/records and analyze accounting data
Maintaining close attention to detail
Able to handle confidential and administrative information with tact and discretion
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred, preferably in Accounting or Finance
Benefits
3% longevity increases after years 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, with merit Increases (rate set by County Council) annually thereafter based on performance evaluations
Medical and dental benefits available for employee and family
Retirement
Deferred compensation available (including 401k and 457 plans)
Optional life and disability coverage available
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Optional Life and Disability Insurance
Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Annual and Sick Leave
Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Well-being Program
Company
Charleston County Government
Charleston County Government provides administration services, social assistance, transportation development and environment consulting.
Founded in 1948North Charleston, South Carolina, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Martino-Lambert, MHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Project Officer III: CFO
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