SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Tom Green County, Texas; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Cafeteria plan

Workers compensation

Job summary

Tom Green County, Texas seeks a Senior Financial Accountant to maintain the county’s general ledger, financial accounting, and grant reporting under the County Auditor’s supervision. The position underfills for a Financial Accountant starting salary.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, at least four years in auditing/accounting, and strong Excel/word processing, governance, and policy review skills. County benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall computer skills, including Microsoft Word and accounting software.
• Strong understanding of general office operations, accepted auditing and bookkeeping procedures, and grant reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to manage time and projects efficiently, with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to review, evaluate, and correct the work of others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and operate with independent judgment in a political environment.
• Excellent communication, research, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grant accounting and reporting across the County, ensuring compliance with all financial regulations.
• Audit payroll and accounts payable expenditures related to grants.
• Maintain the general ledger by processing journal entries, transfers, and budget amendments.
• Prepare work papers and assist with the annual external audit.
• Support the annual budget process by providing critical financial data.
• Review and recommend updates to financial policies.
• Advise the County Auditor as a senior staff member.
• Responsible for annual forfeiture fund reporting for law enforcement offices.
• Perform internal audits and attend necessary meetings and training.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Negotiation

Grant reporting

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business-related field

Master’s degree or CPA desirable

CPA license

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Word

Job description

Annual Starting Salary is $66,996.02 (This position may be underfilled as a Financial Accountant starting salary of $52,121.38)

Benefits

• Medical/Dental insurance for employees at no cost to the employee
• $25,000 Life/AD&D Insurance for employees at no cost to the employee
• Low-cost Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holiday leave
• Retirement Plan
• Cafeteria Plan
• Workers Compensation

Under general supervision, the Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for maintaining the county's general ledger, financial accounting, and grant reporting. This statutory position, appointed by the District Judges of Tom Green County, operates under the supervision of the County Auditor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee grant accounting and reporting across the County, ensuring compliance with all financial regulations.
• Audit payroll and accounts payable expenditures related to grants.
• Maintain the general ledger by processing journal entries, transfers, and budget amendments.
• Prepare work papers and assist with the annual external audit.
• Support the annual budget process by providing critical financial data.
• Review and recommend updates to financial policies.
• Advise the County Auditor as a senior staff member.
• Responsible for annual forfeiture fund reporting for law enforcement offices.
• Perform internal audits and attend necessary meetings and training.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall computer skills, including Microsoft Word and accounting software.
• Strong understanding of general office operations, accepted auditing and bookkeeping procedures, and grant reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to manage time and projects efficiently, with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to review, evaluate, and correct the work of others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and operate with independent judgment in a political environment.
• Excellent communication, research, and negotiation skills.

Physical Requirements

• Work in a well-lit, air-conditioned office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting with occasional walking, standing, and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Education and Experience Requirements

• For Senior Financial Accountant:
  • Bachelor's degree in a business-related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in auditing and accounting, preferably in government or public sector roles.
  • Preferred Experience - A Master’s degree, CPA license, or advanced accounting/auditing knowledge is desirable.
• For Financial Accountant (underfill):
  • Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field.
  • Knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing is preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid Texas Driver License.

Additional Information

• Standard work schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional overtime.
• Limited travel for continuing education and within the County as required.