Accountant I - City Clerk's Office

Decatur; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Decatur is seeking an organized administrative professional to support the Clerk’s office and city finances. The role focuses on accounts receivable/payable, cash receipts, and permit-related revenue processing, with daily data entry and public assistance.

Ideal candidates will have a related bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of experience, plus proficiency in Word, Excel, and Adobe. Knowledge of GAAP and GASB is preferred. The position functions in an office setting with standard hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• 1–3 years experience preferred, with understanding of governmental financial work.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Adobe is required.
• Knowledge of GAAP is expected.
• Familiarity with GASB guidelines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review accounts receivable batches for accuracy.
• Credit escrow payments and submit processing requests for wireless tower accounts.
• Maintain Boards and Commissions database.
• Review accounts payable bills for accuracy.
• Provide backup for receipting cash reports for city facilities.
• Enter daily cash reports for online revenues (building permits).
• Assist other city staff and the public with questions and concerns.
• Assist with municipal elections.
• Issue yard sale and solicitor permits.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Oral & written communication

Prioritizing & planning

Interpersonal relations

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

Job description

This position performs administrative functions in support of the city’s financial operations.

Job Summary

This position performs administrative functions in support of the city’s financial operations.

Major Duties

• Reviews accounts receivable batches for accuracy.
• Credits escrow payments and submits request for processing payments for wireless tower accounts.
• Supports in maintaining Boards and Commissions database.
• Reviews accounts payable bills for accuracy.
• Provides backup support in receipting cash reports for all city facilities.
• Enters daily cash reports for online revenues related to building permits.
• Assists other city personal and the general public with questions and concerns.
• Assists with municipal elections.
• Issues yard sale permits and solicitor permits.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field (Finance, Accounting, Public Administration), or any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the above listed knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years’ experience or service.
• Must be proficient with computers, including Microsoft office products such as Word, Excel and Adobe.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Working knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, city ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Guidelines

• Internal control procedures, relevant state and federal laws, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

Complexity/Scope of Work

• The work consists of varied administrative duties in support of the Clerk’s office. Strict regulations and the need for accuracy contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to provide financial accounting support for the city’s financial operations. Successful performance ensures the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations.

Contacts

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, representatives of other government agencies, bankers, retirees, and the general public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, justify matters, and provide services.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility

• None.