Hybrid Accounting Associate - Budget & Audit Support

City of Doraville; Doraville (GA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance –

Basic Life Insurance

Retirement plans (401a, 457b)

Hybrid/Alternative schedules

Job summary

City of Doraville is seeking an Accounting Associate to support the Finance Department with daily financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting. This role helps ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial records and provides backup for licenses and tax certificates.

The position requires a high school diploma and knowledge of accounting principles; a bachelor's degree and 2+ years of accounting experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures sufficient to perform assigned accounting duties.
• Ability to use computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, word processing applications, and other financial software.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate financial records, prepare supporting schedules, and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work cooperatively with employees across City departments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity in handling financial information.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently within established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly reconciliations of assigned City bank accounts and identify discrepancies for review and resolution.
• Review and reconcile purchasing card transactions across City departments to ensure expenditures are properly coded and supported by receipts and approvals.
• Enter financial transactions into the City's ERP system accurately and in a timely manner.
• Review transaction and other financial documentation for completeness and proper account coding.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing by compiling financial information and maintaining schedules.
• Assist with annual audit preparation by gathering financial records and responding to routine requests.
• Assist with annual budget preparation by updating documents and maintaining records.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records in line with procedures and retention rules.
• Research routine accounting discrepancies and coordinate with staff to resolve issues.
• Communicate with City departments and vendors to obtain documentation and resolve questions.
• Assist with preparing routine financial reports and account summaries.
• Provide backup support for Business Services including licenses and certificates.

Skills

Accounting principles

General ledger

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Financial software

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Two years accounting experience

Governmental accounting knowledge

Budgeting and month-end closing

Journal entries and reconciliations

ERP familiarity

Tools

ERP systems

Municipal financial software

Job description

City of Doraville is seeking an Accounting Associate to support the Finance Department with daily financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting. This role helps ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial records and provides backup for licenses and tax certificates.

The position requires a high school diploma and knowledge of accounting principles; a bachelor's degree and 2+ years of accounting experience are preferred.