Accountant

Whosonthemove; Georgetown (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A county finance department in South Carolina is seeking a skilled Staff Accountant to support various accounting duties including budget preparation, audit processes, and compliance maintenance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with at least two years of experience in the field. Proficient knowledge of accounting procedures and strong skills in Microsoft Excel are essential. This role demands the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and maintain data integrity under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with two years’ experience in bookkeeping or related area.
• Proficient knowledge of accounting procedures and office software.
• Ability to work under pressure without sacrificing accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of the annual budget.
• Support monthly receivable billings and accounts payable functions.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, laws, and regulations.

Skills

Proficient knowledge of accounting procedures

Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Office equipment

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Under general supervision, the staff accountant must be highly accurate when dealing with numbers and quick at catching and correcting errors. Ideally, the candidate should be comfortable interacting with a variety of people and departments but also be capable of working independently. The Accountant frequently has exposure to a variety of high-level initiatives and projects. Reports to the Finance Director.

The position holds responsibility for various general accounting duties and reporting functions of the County Finance Department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting in preparation of the annual budget, involvement in the annual audit process, performing reconciliation functions, upholding the integrity of the general ledger, support of monthly receivable billings and accounts payable functions, and many other special projects. The wide variety of tasks and responsibilities makes each day a unique and exciting challenge. The position holds a high level of responsibility to ensure that all processes and records are in compliance with all accounting standards, laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with two years’ experience in bookkeeping or and accounting related area or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have a proficient knowledge of accounting procedures. Ability to proficiently utilize office equipment, computers, Microsoft Excel and other office software is required. Ability to work under pressure without sacrificing data accuracy or integrity. Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality The experience, skills and abilities listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities related to the position. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that will be considered along with other job-related selection decisions.

Qualified candidates may apply in writing through the closing date to Human Resources Department, P O Box 421270, Georgetown, SC 29442 E-mail: [e-mail] .