Accountant -County Auditor's Office

Fort Bend; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County in Richmond, TX is seeking an Accountant for the County Auditor's Office to prepare grant financials and monitor related accounts. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA preferred, with multiple years of accounting/finance experience.

You will work with outside auditors, prepare financial reports, and assist in emergency management duties as needed. The position is full-time, with salary based on qualifications and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• Five years of job related experience, three years accounting/finance experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and other finance-related areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare entry level grant financials according to grant contract.
• Monitor and or prepare reports or billings for residual accounts, law enforcement agreements, and other agreements entered into by the County, by ensuring compliance with agency requirements in order to continue maximizing funding for the county.
• Setup grant or other agreements in financial system along with budget, monitor revenue reimbursements, and close out agreement when completed.
• Works with outside agencies and departments on audits when necessary.
• Analyze financial documents such as general ledger, balance sheet, budget, etc. for the County Departments.
• Troubleshoot accounting problems and have corrections made in subsystems or create journal entries to correct the issue if needed.
• Other duties as assigned which can include, working with Internal Audit staff and fee officer departments to maintain transactional data in financial system.
• Assist with preparing various annual financial report audits, working with outside auditors.
• Prepare accounts receivable upload into accounting system for generation of payment and proper recording in the general ledger.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Job description

Accountant -County Auditor's Office# FBC Careers## Accountant -County Auditor's OfficeApply: Richmond, TX: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: JR1657-10-26**If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers):** Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources. Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the \"quality of life\" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!* Prepare entry level grant financials according to grant contract. Monitor and or prepare reports or billings for residual accounts, law enforcement agreements, and other agreements entered into by the County, by ensuring compliance with agency requirements in order to continue maximizing funding for the county.* Setup grant or other agreements in financial system along with budget, monitor revenue reimbursements, and close out agreement when completed.* Works with outside agencies and departments on audits when necessary.* Analyze financial documents such as general ledger, balance sheet, budget, etc. for the County Departments.* Troubleshoot accounting problems and have corrections made in subsystems or create journal entries to correct the issue if needed.* Other duties as assigned which can include, working with Internal Audit staff and fee officer departments to maintain transactional data in financial system.* Assist with preparing various annual financial report audits, working with outside auditors.* Prepare accounts receivable upload into accounting system for generation of payment and proper recording in the general ledger.* Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. **MININUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:** * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, CPA preferred.* Five years of job related experience, three years accounting/finance experience preferred.* Knowledge of accounting and other finance-related areas.* Strong verbal and written communications skills and organizational skills. The ability to deal with people effectively and professionally.* Self-motivated to follow through independently on assigned projects.* CPA Preferred. **STARTING SALARY RANGE:** $29.09 - $36.37 hourly based on qualifications**CLOSING DATE:** Upon filling position #LI-JL1**All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.** Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply *Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.*