Strategic Senior Accountant - Public Sector & Grants

city of Waco; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Waco seeks a knowledgeable Senior Accountant to join its finance team. The role focuses on financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will review the general ledger and mentor accounting staff to ensure timely, accurate results.

The position offers growth opportunities within a public sector context, with local travel as needed and a strong emphasis on integrity, transparency, and operational efficiency in City finances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; 4 years of accounting/finance experience or equivalent
• CPA is preferred and beneficial but not required

Responsibilities

• Performs wide range of accounting, technical review, and analysis; posts journal entries and reviews documents
• Reconciles transactions, ensures fund integrity, and resolves issues per City policies
• Maintains accounting systems, transfers funds, and prepares financial spreadsheets
• Develops and prepares internal and external financial reports; communicates financial issues clearly
• Travels locally for meetings; may travel outside local area for trainings and conferences

Skills

Financial reporting

Accounting operations

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin or related field

CPA (preferred)

Job description

The City of Waco seeks a knowledgeable Senior Accountant to join its finance team. The role focuses on financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will review the general ledger and mentor accounting staff to ensure timely, accurate results.

The position offers growth opportunities within a public sector context, with local travel as needed and a strong emphasis on integrity, transparency, and operational efficiency in City finances.