City of Red Wing · 17 hours ago
Accountant I
Red Wing, MN
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$72K/yr - $72K/yr
1+ years expThe City of Red Wing is seeking an entry level financial professional to join their team as an Accountant I. The primary objective of this position is to assist in maintaining the accounting functions of the city by ensuring the accuracy of accounting procedures and providing assistance to senior accounting staff.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Independently perform general and technical accounting activities in the City to maintain and prepare accurate and timely fiscal records and reports including, but not limited to, detailed calculations, record keeping, bank reconciliations, preparing standard and adjusting journal entries for approval, and general ledger activities
Monitor, receive, process review, and reconcile cashiers’ remittances; problem solve and investigate discrepancies. Count and reconcile cash and checks and prepare for daily bank deposits
Collect, prepare, review, analyze, and interpret accounting data, financial reports, and provide necessary data, analysis, and recommendations
Provide backup to others in the Administrative Business Department as well as payroll and utility billing. Serve as the primary backup for bi-weekly payroll processing
Reconcile and balance various records, journals and ledgers, investigate discrepancies, trouble shoot, and make appropriate adjustments
Coordinate and fulfill records retention requirements for the Department
Track and maintain a comprehensive listing of all pending and current grants
Responsible for annual SAM (System for Award Management) registration
Prepare year-end summaries of all Grant and Intergovernmental revenue activity to ensure all revenues are properly recorded
Facilitate and assist departments with grant reporting requirements for all Federal, State, or other agencies through which grants are awarded
Set up files, spreadsheets, and other schedules as required or requested
Make recommendations regarding work processes and procedures in area of assignment
Assist in the preparation and presentation of the annual budget, annual audit, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), Budget Book, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Book, and Truth-in-Taxation presentation
Assist with the budgeting process
Keep the Finance and Accounting Manager informed of all pertinent matters and assist in daily operation of the department and perform such other duties as are consistent with the tasks of the position and as may be assigned by the city
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of one (1) year of public accounting and finance experience and/or equivalent
Associate's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Working knowledge of Government Accounting Standard Board (GASB) standards
Specialized knowledge in payroll processes and systems
Be able to read and understand correspondence, memoranda, and materials
Understand and follow financial controls implemented for compliance, fraud and theft protection pertaining but not limited to cash handling, Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Must have sound working knowledge of position principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment
Computerized accounting systems, Microsoft Office applications, and proficiency in spreadsheets
Thorough understanding of City's functions, policies, and procedures
Sound judgment and decision-making skills
Strong attention to details
Strong customer service skills
Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills
Must have commitment to the organization; initiative; dependability; maturity in relationships with others; and self-confidence
Must represent the organization to other agencies, staff, and citizens with a courteous, helpful, accurate and business-like attitude in all telephone and personal contact
Strong organizational skills and the ability to accurately record documents, publications, and various records for official purposes
Follow and relay complex oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures
Make accurate mathematical calculations, perform detailed accounting activities
Research, assemble information and prepare reports
Ability to plan and perform duties with only limited supervision
Work with a high degree of independent judgment; define, measure, and evaluate results
Must have ability to work effectively and respectfully with others and as a team member
Exercise discretion regarding confidential matters
Attention to details with reports and record generation and administration
Analytical and problem solving
Maintain and reconcile financial transactions, records, and balances; detect errors rapidly and effectively
Input data and perform detailed numerical work with speed, fluency, and accuracy
Perform multiple tasks under deadlines and pressure; organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines
Prepare a variety of financial reports and analyses with supporting statistics and data
Tolerate interruptions
Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of associates including other professionals at the local, state, and national level and those providing services to the City
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
HSA & FSA
Life & AD&D
LTD
Sick
Vacation
Wellness Day
12 Paid Holidays
Enrollment in Minnesota Pension and Voluntary 457b Plans
Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
KAVIRA
Health Insurance Opt-Out Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – WEX
Dental Insurance - Mutual of Omaha
Vision Insurance
City Paid Life Insurance – Mutual of Omaha
City Paid Long-term Disability Insurance – Metlife
Paid Time Off
Retirement Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Blue Cross Blue Shield Wellness Programs
Employee Health and Wellness
Financial Wellness
Worksite Benefits Through AFLAC
20% off tickets at Sheldon Theatre!
Company
City of Red Wing
Red Wing nestled amidst the scenic bluffs of the upper Mississippi River, is a thriving regional center for tourism, medical care, industry and technology offering an abundance of natural resources in a historic setting that honors the past and celebrates the future of Red Wing, Minnesota.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase