Accountant, Senior

Trinity River Authority; Arlington, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity River Authority is seeking a skilled accounting professional to supervise complex accounting activities for financial reporting and general ledger reconciliation. The role reports to the Controller and emphasizes accuracy, policy compliance, and timely reporting.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Accounting with at least three years in governmental accounting, knowledge of GASB/GAAP, and proficiency in Lawson or Workday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required; a master's degree preferred.
• Experience in governmental accounting is required (minimum three years).
• CPA or CPA certification is preferred/required in some postings.

Responsibilities

• Review accounting records to ensure conformance with fiscal rules and policies.
• Prepare monthly General Ledger closures and reconcile accounts.
• Generate quarterly and year-end financial statements and reports.
• Assist in budget development and year-end journal entries.
• Collaborate with external auditors and implement GASB standards.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Computer/Technical Skills

Mathematical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Accounting

Tools

Lawson ERP Software

Workday

Excel

Word

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible to the Controller for performing and monitoring complex accounting activities for financial reporting, general ledger reconciliation and other accounting functions as may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Reviews accounting records and transactions to assure conformance to statewide fiscal rules, accounting system procedures, and accounting policies.
2. 2. Reviews, balances, and prepares monthly General Ledger closures.
3. 3. Generates quarterly and year-end financial reports.
4. 4. Approves worksheets for external auditors.
5. 5. Implements new Government Accounting Standards (GASB) statements.
6. 6. Interprets Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory requirements.
7. 7. Ensures that controls exist to identify fraud, errors and irregularities in financial requirements.
8. 8. Assists in reviewing documents for bond issuance, preparation of journal entries recording the delivery of bonds, and the development of amortization schedules for bond issuance costs.
9. 9. Interprets complex financial information for management.
10. 10. Assists in the design and development of financial policies and procedures.
11. 11. Assists in the development of Annual Budgets.
12. 12. Assists in year-end contract revenue journal entries.
13. 13. Performs other duties and special projects as requested.
14. 14. Performs with minimum supervision and exercises good judgment in day-to-day decisions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Masters preferred.

EXPERIENCE

At least three years of experience in governmental accounting.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Texas Driver's license

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of water/wastewater financing and accounting. Knowledge of Lawson ERP Software and/or Workday financial software. Working knowledge of Excel and Word.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to use independent thought and judgement with regard to repetitive and detailed work. Must be able to perform mathematical calculations in order to analyze and interpret financial data. Individuals must be able to communicate effectively with others.

GUIDANCE RECEIVED

Follows general professional standards and methods. A range of professional standards and methods guide completion of assignments and decisions made. Position is responsible to adhere to policy and procedures and receives general supervisory direction. Position incumbents may identify and recommend changes to methods, procedures and policies and may be asked to help implement changes.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties are almost always carried out in an office environment.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Office machines, including computer, calculator, adding machine, copy machine, microfilm reader, and scanner.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Analytical Skills

Expert

Computer/Technical Skills

Expert

Mathematical Skills

Expert

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Accounting.

Preferred

Masters or better in Accounting.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Certified Public Acct

Valid TX Driver Lic

Equal Opportunity Employer

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