Senior Accounting Specialist II - Reconciliation & Analysis

City of Shreveport; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Shreveport is seeking an Accounting Specialist II to perform detailed accounting analysis, support the Fund Accountant and Director of Accounting, and ensure accuracy in financial records.

The role requires extensive clerical experience and strong knowledge of office software; you will monitor budgets, reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, and perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Eight (8) years clerical experience including six (6) years directly related to accounting principal and/or banking experience
• Demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks
• Working knowledge of office software

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed accounting analysis for Fund Accountant and Director of Accounting on a regular basis.
• Reviews the work of clerical personnel.
• Reconciles accounts and fund binders and investigates unusual balances.
• Prepares journal entries. Examines computer runs and reviews for accuracy.
• Performs research for accounting and other personnel upon request.
• Reconciles bank accounts.
• Monitors budgetary spending for City departments.
• Maintains budget records.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Office software

Task execution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Shreveport is seeking an Accounting Specialist II to perform detailed accounting analysis, support the Fund Accountant and Director of Accounting, and ensure accuracy in financial records.

The role requires extensive clerical experience and strong knowledge of office software; you will monitor budgets, reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, and perform related duties as assigned.