Budget & Reconciliation Accounting Specialist II

City-of-Shreveport,-L; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Shreveport is seeking an Accounting Specialist II responsible for detailed accounting analysis for Fund Accountant and Director of Accounting, reviewing clerical work, reconciling accounts and bank statements, and preparing journal entries.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, eight years of clerical experience including six in accounting or banking, and proficiency with office software; duties include budget monitoring and maintaining records in an office setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Eight (8) years clerical experience including six (6) years directly related to accounting principal and/or banking experience
• Demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks
• Working knowledge of office software

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed accounting analyzation for Fund Accountant and Director of Accounting on a regular basis.
• Reviews the work of clerical personnel.
• Reconciles accounts and fund binders and investigates unusual balances.
• Prepares journal entries. Examines computer runs and reviews for accuracy.
• Performs research for accounting and other personnel upon request.
• Reconciles bank accounts.
• Monitors budgetary spending for City departments.
• Maintains budget records.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clerical experience

Office software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

City of Shreveport is seeking an Accounting Specialist II responsible for detailed accounting analysis for Fund Accountant and Director of Accounting, reviewing clerical work, reconciling accounts and bank statements, and preparing journal entries.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, eight years of clerical experience including six in accounting or banking, and proficiency with office software; duties include budget monitoring and maintaining records in an office setting.