Municipal Budget Accountant I

City of Manhattan; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Manhattan is seeking an Accountant I to support city-wide accounting and budgeting within the Finance Department. You will perform professional, technical, and analytical duties under supervision, assisting multiple internal departments with financial processes.

Your responsibilities include budget development and preparation, financial forecasting, preparing budgetary and financial reports, reconciling general ledger accounts, and supporting internal/external audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field required.
• Two years of professional budgeting, accounting, or financial administration experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of GASB and GAAP highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Liaises with internal departments on accounting and budget functions.
• Assists with budget development and preparation, forecasts, and reporting.
• Prepares budgetary and financial reports and reconciles general ledger accounts.
• Ensures compliance with applicable regulations and supports audits.

Skills

Budgeting experience

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Relational databases

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related business field

Job description

The City of Manhattan is seeking an Accountant I to support city-wide accounting and budgeting within the Finance Department. You will perform professional, technical, and analytical duties under supervision, assisting multiple internal departments with financial processes.

Your responsibilities include budget development and preparation, financial forecasting, preparing budgetary and financial reports, reconciling general ledger accounts, and supporting internal/external audits.