Accountant - New Hope

League of Minnesota Cities; New Hope (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The City of New Hope is seeking a dedicated accountant to maintain the general accounting records system and prepare financial data to produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and budgets. This role provides direction to clerical staff, supports HR during benefits open enrollment, and works under the director of human resources and administrative services.

The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, and generous paid time off in a safe City Hall

Responsibilities

• Maintains the general accounting records system and prepares financial data used to produce monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, statements and budgets.
• Gives work direction to department clerical staff for completing routine daily tasks.
• Supports human resources, especially during the benefits open enrollment process.
• Performs related duties as assigned under the director of human resources and administrative services.

Job description

Summary

Join a hard-working, fun team in a supportive community. The City's accountant maintains the general accounting records system, preparing and processing financial data required to produce and reconcile monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, statements and budgets, giving work direction to department clerical staff for the completion of routine daily tasks, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the director of human resources and administrative services. The accountant is also a partner to the human resources specialist, especially during the benefits open enrollment process. The individual appointed will perform these duties while enjoying excellent benefits including medical, dental and life insurances and paid time off. The New Hope City Hall, built new in 2019, provides a comfortable, safe environment.

Benefits

• medical, dental and life insurances and paid time off