Accountant

Town of Addison; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Addison is seeking a meticulous accounting professional to support its financial operations. You will maintain records, perform reconciliations, and prepare journal entries to ensure accuracy across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles.

Responsibilities include processing P-Card batches, coordinating with the Texas Comptroller for required reports, managing investment activity, and supporting debt and arbitrage reporting, with the potential to contribute to the ACFR and related

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting theories, GAAP, and practices.
• Experience with automated accounting systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office tools.
• Strong writing and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain internal controls and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations and related journal entries.
• Process bi-weekly P-Card payable batches and reconcile P-Card activity.
• Prepare and file reports with the Texas Comptroller for sales tax and other fees.
• Download and reconcile monthly investment pool statements.
• Record and reconcile investment cash activity and debt-related transfers.
• Process semi-annual debt service principal and interest payments.
• Prepare entries, reconciliations, and reporting for debt and arbitrage calculations.
• Assist in ACFR preparation.
• Perform other duties as needed for town events.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Automated accounting systems

Excel

Written & verbal communication

Internal controls

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Under general supervision, performs accounting tasks in support of the financial activities and operation of the Town. Maintains various financial records and conducts reconciliations to ensure accuracy.

• Prepares various monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations and related journal entries.
• Prepares and processes bi-weekly P-Card payable batches and journal entries; performs monthly comprehensive P-Card reconciliation and submits payment to Accounts Payable.
• Prepares and files monthly, quarterly and annual reports with the Texas Comptroller for sales tax, court fees and other reporting.
• Downloads and reconciles monthly investment pool statements.
• Records all investment cash activity including maturities, purchases, interest received, and Plains Capital sweep account interest; records transfers between investment pools and the bank.
• Processes Bond and Debt Service principal and interest payments semi-annually.
• Prepares entries, reconciliations, and required reporting for debt.
• Maintains debt and debt transparency website information.
• Prepares and maintains arbitrage calculations.
• Participates in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; AND
• Two (2) years of accounting experience, preferably in government accounting; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Conditions of Employment

• Safe driving record and valid Texas Driver's License.
• Clear Criminal Background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting theories, principles, and practices; Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of records management and maintenance practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Skill in performing repetitive accounting tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• Skill in preparing clear, professional, and concise reports and documents.
• Skill in working with little or no direct supervision.
• Skill in applying and maintaining internal controls.
• Skill in managing and completing projects; meeting deadlines.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with fellow employees, Town officials, and outside contractors.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Office is located in a two-story building without an elevator. Work is generally performed indoors in an air-conditioned facility but may also include limited exposure to outside weather conditions.

This is an exempt position; incumbent will be expected to work whatever hours are necessary to complete responsibilities.

EEO STATEMENT

The Town of Addison is an equal opportunity employer. The Town prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity under law.

ADA/EOE/ADEA