Municipal Accountant & Auditor (Entry Level)

City of Cincinnati; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cincinnati is seeking an entry‑level accounting professional to ensure compliance with GAAP and auditing standards, and to support financial reporting and budgeting processes. The role involves supervising junior staff, maintaining ledgers, and assisting in grant and tax-related activities.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance, or an equivalent combination with accounting credits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university.
• Alternative: Bachelor's in related discipline with 24 semester credit hours in accounting courses.
• Possession of valid driver's license may be required; CPA licensure desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and balance ledgers, accounts, grant reports, and statements; examine financial reports for accuracy.
• Supervise and train lower-level personnel; review and evaluate subordinate workers.
• Coordinate payment of invoices; manage contracts; audit petty cash and daily revenues.
• Prepare financial reports; participate in budgeting, management studies, or related activities.
• Assist in grant management and interpretation of grant stipulations and reports.

Skills

GAAP & auditing

Financial reporting

Tax law knowledge

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's in accounting or finance

Related discipline with accounting credits

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

City of Cincinnati is seeking an entry‑level accounting professional to ensure compliance with GAAP and auditing standards, and to support financial reporting and budgeting processes. The role involves supervising junior staff, maintaining ledgers, and assisting in grant and tax-related activities.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance, or an equivalent combination with accounting credits.