Senior Accountant

Columbus; Columbus (MS); In loco; USD 85.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

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City of Columbus seeks a Senior Accountant to support accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and coordinate internal and external audits. The successful candidate will assist in implementing audit recommendations and help ensure compliance with governmental accounting principles.

The position offers a competitive salary in the $85,000–$90,000 range and a commitment to public service in Mississippi.

Competenze

• CPA preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field from an accredited institution.
• At least five (5) years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in local government or in the public sector.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Mansioni

• Support accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and assist in implementing audit recommendations.

Conoscenze

Governmental accounting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

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Job Opportunities

Salary Range $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

The City of Columbus is seeking an applicant to fill the position of Senior Accountant within the Department of Finance and Administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating internal and external audits and will assist in implementing audit recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant preferred but not required.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a closely related field from an accredited institution; At least five (5) years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in local government or in the public sector; Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.