Public Sector Accountant — Budgets & Grants

Texas Association of Regional Councils; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Association of Regional Councils is seeking an Accountant to perform accounting functions under the direction of the Finance Director. Responsibilities include assisting with fund requests, invoices, budgets and financial reports for transportation and other agency programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or related field) with public accounting experience, or a higher level of experience with alternative qualifications. This is a non-exempt, on-site position in Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field with at least two years of public accounting experience.
• Or high school diploma plus at least six years of public accounting experience.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training meeting required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly fund requests and subcontractor invoices.
• Help develop budgets for the transportation programs.
• Prepare for annual audit with administration director.
• Prepare financial statements and schedules.
• Provide technical accounting assistance to staff.
• Maintain depreciation schedules and inventory if needed.
• Create and maintain grant account numbers and input budget data.
• Audit records for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Prepare reports on federal/state grants.
• Maintain workforce building.
• Prepare grant file folders.
• Maintain accounts payable files.
• Assist in scheduling building maintenance and inspections.
• Perform other related duties.

Skills

GAAP

Governmental accounting

Financial reporting

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Public accounting experience

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Texas Association of Regional Councils is seeking an Accountant to perform accounting functions under the direction of the Finance Director. Responsibilities include assisting with fund requests, invoices, budgets and financial reports for transportation and other agency programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or related field) with public accounting experience, or a higher level of experience with alternative qualifications. This is a non-exempt, on-site position in Texas.