Accounting Manager (Municipal)

CIBR Warriors; Fort Worth, Arlington (TX, TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer-Paid Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Generous Retirement Plan with 2-to-1 match

Paid Holidays and accrued Leave

Flexible Work Schedule Options

Job summary

A local government entity in Fort Worth is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee financial management, including treasury operations, accounting functions, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits, a flexible work schedule, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 18 college accounting hours.
• 3 years of progressively responsible accounting experience required.
• Local government finance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting activities in compliance with GAAP.
• Process invoices and maintain financial records.
• Prepare and distribute financial reports.

Skills

Municipal and governmental accounting standards

Accounts payable/receivable

Budget preparation

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Incode Financial System

Laserfiche Records Management

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY: Under general direction from the Town Treasurer/Town Secretary, the Accounting Manager performs responsible and specialized duties to support the financial management of the Town. Responsibilities include treasury operations, accounting functions, financial reporting, reconciliation, and audit support. This role collaborates across departments to ensure fiscal integrity and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

1. Performs accounting activities in compliance with applicable standards and procedures, including general ledger reconciliation, auditing, and financial record keeping.

2. Processes monthly journal entries and prepares financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

3. Supports the Mayor, Town Administrator, and Department Directors in the development and administration of the Town’s budget, including forecasting and expenditure monitoring.

4. Processes invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, and other similar documents; researches discrepancies; audits invoices against purchase orders; verifies encumbrances; codes and posts invoices to the proper account; processes and distributes payments.

5. Assists with the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and assists the Town Treasurer with coordinating the annual external audit.

6. Performs reconciliations between accounts maintained in the general ledger and the subsidiary ledgers, including monthly bank and investment account statements and accrued liabilities.

7. Prepares and distributes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial, investment, and budgetary reports.

8. Maintains the fixed asset ledger and supports annual physical inventory of assets.

9. Coordinates financial data collection and reporting with other departments; prepares materials for boards and commissions.

10. Uses financial software systems to analyze data, produce reports, and ensure audit readiness.

11. Maintains compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and municipal financial regulations.

1. Municipal and governmental accounting standards (GAAP, GAAS).

2. Accounts payable/receivable, payroll, purchasing, and fixed assets.

3. Budget preparation and financial forecasting.

4. Federal, State, and Local financial regulations and reporting requirements.

5. Modern office practices, customer service, and computer applications relevant to finance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field with a minimum of 18 college accounting hours preferred.

2. Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible technical accounting experience; local government finance experience preferred.

3. Three to five years of progressively responsible finance experience is preferred, with preference given to those in a local government setting.

4. Knowledge of the Incode Financial System and Laserfiche Records Management is preferred.

5. Proficiency in the use of personal computers and MS Office applications.

We value the well-being of our team and are proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, work-life balance, and future:

• 100% Employer-Paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance; Town covers 50% of dependent health coverage
• Generous Retirement Plan through TMRS – 7% employee contribution with an outstanding 2-to-1 match by the Town
• 13 Paid Holidays plus accrued Sick and Vacation Leave to recharge and take care of what matters
• Flexible Work Schedule Options to help you balance professional responsibilities with personal priorities

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Paid paternity leave

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