Lead Government Financial Accountant

Charlotte County Clerk and Comptroller; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller seeks a Senior Accountant to supervise and perform technical and analytical work in maintaining accounting records, cash management, and fund accounting.

You will lead preparation of year-end financial statements, ensure GASB compliance, and coordinate with external auditors and state reporting. This role requires strong Excel, Word, and financial software experience, and a commitment to confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel are required.
• Ability to read and interpret GASB statements and apply them to financial statements.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed for fiscal reporting or emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Daily cash management including transfers between SBA as cash flow requires.
• Record investment transactions in the general ledger and process necessary wire transfers.
• Process all credit card transactions via downloads into the General Ledger system.
• Maintain structure in financial statement software (Caseware).
• Prepare year-end financial statements for the Clerk of Circuit Court, Supervisor of Elections, and Board of County Commissioners; lead ACFR presentation.
• Manage governmental debt accounting and payments.
• Present entity-wide financial statements using GASB 34 & GASB 103.
• Submit State reports including Annual Financial Report via Loger and Auditor General.
• Maintain account structures within financial system; coordinate with IT on issues.
• Liaise with banking staff and manage monthly bank reconciliations for all Board accounts.
• Prepare various reports, schedules and analyses; act as resource to Finance staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Excel proficiency

Microsoft Word

Tools

Caseware

Job description

Charlotte County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller seeks a Senior Accountant to supervise and perform technical and analytical work in maintaining accounting records, cash management, and fund accounting.

You will lead preparation of year-end financial statements, ensure GASB compliance, and coordinate with external auditors and state reporting. This role requires strong Excel, Word, and financial software experience, and a commitment to confidentiality.