NTECC Senior Accountant

Town of Addison; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NTECC in Texas is seeking a Senior Accountant to independently manage day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, and year-end closing with limited direction. You will maintain accurate records, apply governmental fund accounting principles, coordinate the annual audit, and provide monthly financial and budget reports to leadership.

A Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least four years of relevant experience are required; advanced Excel skills and the ability to communicate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; substitutions may be considered with additional accounting experience.
• Minimum four years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• General ledger reconciliations, financial reporting, and budget analysis experience.
• Municipal or governmental accounting experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication; punctual attendance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and year-end closing with limited direction.
• Coordinate annual audit and prepare monthly financial and budget reports.
• Apply GASB and governmental fund accounting principles and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate financial results clearly to audiences without accounting backgrounds.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB standards

Governmental fund accounting

Financial reporting

Year-end closing

Reconciliations

Budget analysis

Excel

QuickBooks

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

QuickBooks

Job description

Summary of Duties

The Senior Accountant independently manages NTECC's day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, and year-end closing with limited direction. This position maintains accurate financial records, applies governmental fund accounting principles, coordinates the annual audit, and provides clear monthly financial and budget reports. Under the general supervision of the Chief of Staff and working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the position identifies what needs to be done, determines how to complete the work, and follows through within established authority.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to collaborate and work with a diverse team and within the NTECC culture (core values: trust, professionalism, accurate & timely, compassion, teamwork, and our people), policies, and guidelines.
• Ability to address multiple demands simultaneously; prioritize work and respond to difficult situations under stress of time or circumstances; remain professional and operate effectively in high stress situations.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, and governmental fund accounting, including the distinction between separate funds and accounts or reserve designations within a fund's balance.
• Skilled in recording, analyzing, verifying, reconciling, and reporting accounting transactions.
• Skilled in applying accounting procedures and principles and researching accounting discrepancies.
• Knowledge of year-end closing, adjusting entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial records and schedules for the annual audit.
• Ability to think critically, investigate underlying causes of discrepancies, evaluate alternatives, anticipate financial consequences, and develop recommendations supported by financial data.
• Ability to independently identify accounting needs, determine appropriate steps, and complete work with limited direction while meeting deadlines and recognizing matters requiring management approval.
• Principles and practices of confidential records management and file maintenance.
• Demonstrated excellence in customer services skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel to analyze, reconcile, and present financial data, including formulas, data analysis tools, and charts; working proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to apply accounting principles using financial and budgeting software, including QuickBooks, and use Excel or other supporting schedules to produce accurate reports when software functionality is limited.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and line-item budget reports and communicate financial results, assumptions, risks, and recommendations clearly to audiences without accounting backgrounds.
• Ability to research grant opportunities, prepare clear grant applications, and track grant budgets, expenditures, and reporting deadlines.
• Knowledge of applicable local, State, and federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. Additional progressively responsible accounting experience that demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities may be considered in lieu of the degree. Experience used to substitute for education must be in addition to the minimum four years of required accounting experience.
• Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger reconciliations, financial reporting, and budget analysis. Experience independently completing year-end closing and adjusting entries and preparing reconciled records and schedules for an annual independent financial audit is required. Municipal or other governmental accounting experience is preferred.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, relay details accurately both verbally and in writing.
• Maintains punctual and regular attendance, follows assigned schedules and timekeeping procedures, and is available to respond to critical issues outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, and inclement weather, as needed in a 24/7 organization.
• Must speak, read, and write in English.
• Must pass all applicable pre-employment screenings to include a drug screen and background investigation.
• Must be a valid Texas Driver's License may be required or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to pass FBI criminal background fingerprint check and comply with state and federal requirements for criminal justice information security standards.

Education substitutions will be evaluated based on the relevance, scope, and complexity of the accounting experience and demonstrated proficiency in the essential functions of the position.

License and Certification

• Depending on the needs of the NTECC, additional licenses and certifications may be required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. NTECC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all persons without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any protected class in accordance with the law. NTECC provides reasonable accommodation for its employees and the public with disabilities, including veterans. For more information, please contact NTECC Administrative Services.