NEOGOV · 2 days ago
Principal Accountant
Fresno
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$91K/yr - $111K/yr
2+ years expThe City of Fresno is currently recruiting a Principal Accountant for the Accounting Unit. This role is responsible for overseeing the City’s disbursement operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAP and GASB standards.
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Responsibilities
Overseeing the City’s disbursement operations
Ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAP and GASB standards
Manages vendor payments
Supports the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
Maintains strong internal controls
Enhances efficiency
Resolves payment issues
Ensures adherence to City policies and regulatory requirements
Supervises staff
Improves financial systems
Serves as a liaison during audits
Exercise considerable independent judgment relating to the development and deployment of accounting procedures, processes, and policies
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field
Two (2) years of supervisory experience, preferably in a public sector organization
Applicants MUST ATTACH A COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS for education verification
Preferred
Possession of a valid license as a Certified Public Accountant issued by the State of California Board of Accountancy is desirable
Benefits
HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: 60 hours per fiscal year for only exempt employees.
ANNUAL LEAVE: Accrue 15.5 hours per month with cash out provisions.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK-40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
LIFE INSURANCE: Benefit equal to annual salary; premium paid by the City.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY: Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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