Accountant I

Williamson County; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamson County is seeking an entry-level accountant to support GAAP/GASB-compliant financial operations. The role reports to the Assistant Financial Director and ensures accuracy and completeness of financial information.

Responsibilities include ledger reconciliation, journal entries, grant reporting, contract review, invoicing, and assisting with year-end procedures. A Bachelor’s in accounting or finance and one year of experience are required, with strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in accounting or finance and one (1) year of basic financial experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and financial systems

Responsibilities

• Balances and reconciles the general ledger and subsidiary accounting systems; examines all accounting transactions for accuracy; makes corrections to financial records as necessary.
• Reviews contracts and agreements for budget appropriateness
• Reviews Commissioner’s Court agenda; identifies all project related contracts, work authorizations, change orders, and agreements
• Prepares grant reports, including monitoring grant expenditures and revenues as well as ensures compliance with grantor requirements
• Communicates frequently with county staff and the general public to exchange financial information
• Creates and bills monthly and quarterly invoices; reviews and follows up on past-due invoices
• Prepares journal entries
• Assists with year-end procedures
• Prepares and reviews financial reports
• Assists with reviewing issues regarding project invoices, budgets, contracts, or any other accounting or financial inquiries
• Assists with various county financial related reports, research, and other financial information as needed
• Collaborates with project managers on work authorizations and amendments
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Financial systems

Job description

Job Summary Reporting directly to the Assistant Financial Director, responsible for entry-level accounting duties in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and applicable laws, codes, and regulations. Ensures accuracy and completeness of financial information and reports.

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Assistant Financial Director
• Direct Reports – No

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Balances and reconciles the general ledger and subsidiary accounting systems; examines all accounting transactions for accuracy; makes corrections to financial records as necessary
• Reviews contracts and agreements for budget appropriateness
• Reviews Commissioner’s Court agenda; identifies all project related contracts, work authorizations, change orders, and agreements
• Prepares grant reports, including monitoring grant expenditures and revenues as well as ensures compliance with grantor requirements
• Communicates frequently with county staff and the general public to exchange financial information
• Reviews and approves electronic asset transfer forms
• Creates and bills monthly and quarterly invoices; reviews and follows up on past-due invoices
• Assists with recording and reporting of fixed assets
• Prepares journal entries
• Assists with year-end procedures
• Reviews expenditures for classifying in the appropriate fiscal year until the financial reports are issued
• Prepares and reviews financial reports
• Assists with reviewing issues regarding project invoices, budgets, contracts, or any other accounting or financial inquiries
• Assists with various county financial related reports, research, and other financial information as needed
• Collaborates with project managers on work authorizations and amendments
• Assists Accountant II with various tasks
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in accounting or finance and one (1) year of basic financial experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and financial systems

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required Within Thirty (30) Days Of Employment

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short-term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.

The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.

Do you have a Bachelor's degree with major coursework in accounting or finance and one (1) year of basic financial experience?

• Yes
• No

Do you have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and financial systems?

• Yes
• No

Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

Are you willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation, including a review of your driving record, and criminal history?

• Yes
• No

The primary office hours are Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm. However, work outside of the normal office hours may be required. Do you understand, and agree to, this arrangement to support business needs?

• Yes
• No

Based on the job description, why do you believe you are the best candidate for this position?

• Required Question