Coweta County Government · 1 day ago
Tax Accountant
Newnan, GA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelCoweta County Government is seeking a Tax Accountant to perform difficult administrative work maintaining and analyzing various financial records. The role involves preparing reports for financial analysis and assisting with audits and general ledger maintenance under the supervision of the Deputy Tax Commissioner.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Performs accounting related duties in areas including but not limited to tax collection, distribution, accounts receivable, audits and other related areas
Performs maintenance on all general ledger accounts including account analyses and reconciliation
Assists with the preparation and posting of monthly journal entries; approves all journal entries prepared by Accounting Associates and Accounting Specialists
Assists with yearly balancing and performing the soft close of the general ledger and the preparation of annual financial statements and reports
Prepares supporting documentation and schedules for the annual audit of Tax Commissioner operations
Prepares monthly and quarterly reports for financial analysis as appropriate and directed
Prepares reports and provides information as requested by other governmental entities in Coweta County, and/or the State of Georgia
May perform work of an Accounting Associate or Accounting Specialist or other staff as necessary
Encourages and promotes a culture of excellent customer service
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with coursework in accounting, finance, or related field
Considerable experience in bookkeeping or accounting
Experience with Quick Books or similar related software
Some supervisory experience
Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and practices of accounting
Thorough knowledge of the laws, ordinances and regulations governing financial matters
Thorough knowledge of modern office methods, practices and equipment
Ability to prepare and maintain complex financial reports and records
Ability to analyze and evaluate complex financial systems
Ability to express complex and technical ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to supervise subordinate staff
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, external agencies, associates and the general public
Favorable background history as determined by review of local, State and Federal records
Valid driver's license in the State of Georgia with a favorable driving history (MVR)
Company
Coweta County Government
Coweta County is part of the Greater Atlanta metropolitan area. Over 152,000 residents call beautiful Coweta County home.
Founded in 1826
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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