Accountant I - II

San Antonio River Authority; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

San Antonio River Authority seeks a professional accountant to support financial operations, including reporting, reconciliations, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll accounting, and month-end and year-end closing under GAAP and GASB. The position emphasizes accuracy, internal controls, and timely financial delivery.

The role requires preparing financial statements, journal entries, reconciliations, asset tracking, payroll postings, audits support, and adherence to internal controls.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related discipline and 1 year of progressive public sector accounting experience for Accountant I.
• Undergraduate degree with emphasis in Finance, Accounting, or related field and at least 3 years of progressive experience for Accountant II.
• Level determined by manager based on internal assessment of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements, reports, schedules, and disclosures for internal and external reporting.
• Perform accounts receivable and billing functions, including invoice prep and payment tracking.
• Prepare routine journal entries with supporting documentation
• Perform account reconciliations including bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Support fixed asset tracking, inventory processes, and asset activity documentation
• Assist with payroll-related entries including retirement transactions
• Assist with accounts payable activities and vendor payments
• Support audit activities by gathering requested documentation
• Maintain financial records in accordance with internal controls and procedures
• Provide data entry support for accounting transactions
• Prepare and review journal entries for compliance with standards and policies
• Independently manage AR, billing, collections, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and project accounting

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB standards

Financial reporting

Accounts receivable

Fixed assets

Payroll accounting

Month-end close

Typing 40-50 wpm

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting/Finance

Emphasis in Finance/Accounting (for Accountant II)

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Performs professional accounting work in support of the River Authority's financial operations. Assists with financial reporting, reconciliations, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll accounting, and month-end and year-end closing activities. Maintains financial records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, and established internal controls. Supports governmental accounting activities related to fund accounting and capital assets while developing technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills.

Safety is #1 at the River Authority: We expect every employee: to 1) Strictly follow safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly correct or report safety hazards or unsafe conditions. Immediately report injuries for prompt diagnosis and treatment. 3) Make regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous safety improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Assists in preparing financial statements, reports, schedules, and disclosures for internal and external reporting purposes
• Performs assigned accounts receivable and billing functions, including invoice preparation and payment tracking.
• Prepares routine journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and review-ready workpapers.
• Performs assigned account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and identifies discrepancies for review.
• Assists with month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
• Supports fixed asset tracking, inventory processes, and documentation of asset activity.
• Assists with payroll-related entries, including uploading and posting retirement transactions.
• Assists with accounts payable activities, including vendor payment processing as assigned.
• Supports audit activities by gathering and organizing requested documentation.
• Maintains financial records in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provides administrative and data entry support for accounting transactions as needed.
• Performs related work as required.
• Prepares financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules with minimal supervision.
• Independently manages assigned accounting processes including accounts receivable, billing, collections, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and project accounting
• Prepares and reviews journal entries to ensure compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
• Performs monthly account reconciliations, investigates variances, and resolves discrepancies.
• Actively participates in month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Serves as payroll liaison and ensures accurate payroll accounting, reconciliations, and benefit-related postings.
• Maintains and monitors fixed asset records, including acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.
• Assists with audit preparation by compiling schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring completeness of documentation.
• Reviews routine accounting transactions prepared by support staff for accuracy and completeness.
• Identifies process improvement opportunities and implements enhancements to assigned accounting functions.
• Ensures compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

• This position does not directly supervise any employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Qualified candidates that possess an Undergraduate Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline, and 1 year of progressively responsible experience in public sector accounting, budgeting, and reporting, or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, may qualify for the Accountant I position.
• Qualified candidates that possess an Undergraduate Degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or relevant discipline, and at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, or economics; or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, may qualify for the Accountant II position.

*If selected, level will be determined by Manager based on internal assessment of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• None

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledge of:

• GAAP and governmental accounting principles
• GASB standards and financial reporting
• Financial accounting systems and ERP software
• Accounts receivable and billing processes
• Internal controls
• Microsoft Office applications

Skills and Abilities:

• Communicating orally and in writing
• Interpreting financial statements and reports
• Typing 40-50 words per minute
• Using a ten-key calculator by touch
• Report preparation
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture that reflects our Values In Action of Accountability, Excellence, Open and Direct Communication, Teamwork and Collaboration.

San Antonio River Authority is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity.