Accountant II
Accountant II
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The City of Chesapeake seeks a collaborative and proactive Accountant II to join our central finance team. The Accountant II is responsible for maintaining and managing the citys fixed asset records ensuring proper accounting for capital expenditures depreciation and disposals. The role involves regular analysis and reconciliation of fixed asset accounts review of expense accounts and collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements. The Accountant II will also assist in audits reporting and other financial management tasks related to fixed assets. The Accountant II will need to be proactive in researching and resolving any discrepancies to ensure all Fixed Assets are posted in a timely manner. This position will be responsible to determine the proper coding and support is received for Fixed Asset purchases. The individual will be the subject matter expert to manage the financials for the SelfFunded Health Plans and SelfInsurance Funds which includes determining and processing accounting transactions reconciliation and analysis on a monthly and annual basis in preparation for the yearend audit and compilation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report ACFR . This position involves preparing financial reports conducting budget analysis forecasting and supporting the financial planning process for insurance funds. The individual will have strong Excel skills be comfortable working with large data sets work independently to troubleshoot and resolve issues and communicate with key stakeholders. Responsibilities will include Prepares financial statements journal entries queries and reports from PeopleSoft (Oracle) Financial System Assists with the production of the Citys Annual Comprehensive Financial Report Maintains Fixed Assets Processes monthly/quarterly transactions for allocated costs and other transactions Completes assigned analysis and workpapers for Citys annual audit Researches and analyzes financial and accounting records to determine sequence of operations accruals and account resolutions Makes recommendations for plans implements and/or administers account resolutions and related activities Coordinates and participates in the processing of account related information such as budget preparation financial analysis payroll accounts receivable and/or accounts payable Support the development of annual budgets and forecasts working closely with department heads to gather data and ensure accuracy. Perform variance analysis to compare actual financial results against the budget and prior periods. Verifies monitors and reconciles accounts Collects enters updates and maintains account information Performs reconciliations between the PeopleSoft accounting system and the iVos/Risconnect risk management system to ensure they match Prepares and submits requests for ACH and wire payments to the Treasurers Office Serves as Finance Subject Matter Expert liaison to assigned departments Interacts with staff different departments and/or external agencies to ensure accuracy of accounts responds to inquiries and provides accounting support Administers the activities of assigned accounting projects Performs related tasks as necessary such as assisting with the implementation of policies and procedures Performs other related duties as assigned The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires a bachelors degree in accounting or closely related field. Masters degree in accounting business public administration or a related field desired. Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards this class requires a minimum of three years of related fulltime equivalent experience. Special Certifications and Licenses: Certified Public Accountant certification desired Special Requirements: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to shortterm department needs and/or Citywide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in accounting and financial reporting municipal government preferred Experience with PeopleSoft Financial System or other large scale financial system Advanced proficiency in Excel. CPA or CPFO certification.
Work Schedule
Monday Friday; 8:00 AM 5:00 PM. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to shortterm department needs and/or Citywide emergencies.
The City of Chesapeake seeks a collaborative and proactive Accountant II to join our central finance team. The Accountant II is responsible for maintaining and managing the citys fixed asset records ensuring proper accounting for capital expenditures depreciation and disposals. The role involves regular analysis and reconciliation of fixed asset accounts review of expense accounts and collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements. The Accountant II will also assist in audits reporting and other financial management tasks related to fixed assets. The Accountant II will need to be proactive in researching and resolving any discrepancies to ensure all Fixed Assets are posted in a timely manner. This position will be responsible to determine the proper coding and support is received for Fixed Asset purchases. The individual will be the subject matter expert to manage the financials for the SelfFunded Health Plans and SelfInsurance Funds which includes determining and processing accounting transactions reconciliation and analysis on a monthly and annual basis in preparation for the yearend audit and compilation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report ACFR . This position involves preparing financial reports conducting budget analysis forecasting and supporting the financial planning process for insurance funds. The individual will have strong Excel skills be comfortable working with large data sets work independently to troubleshoot and resolve issues and communicate with key stakeholders. Responsibilities will include Prepares financial statements journal entries queries and reports from PeopleSoft (Oracle) Financial System Assists with the production of the Citys Annual Comprehensive Financial Report Maintains Fixed Assets Processes monthly/quarterly transactions for allocated costs and other transactions Completes assigned analysis and workpapers for Citys annual audit Researches and analyzes financial and accounting records to determine sequence of operations accruals and account resolutions Makes recommendations for plans implements and/or administers account resolutions and related activities Coordinates and participates in the processing of account related information such as budget preparation financial analysis payroll accounts receivable and/or accounts payable Support the development of annual budgets and forecasts working closely with department heads to gather data and ensure accuracy. Perform variance analysis to compare actual financial results against the budget and prior periods. Verifies monitors and reconciles accounts Collects enters updates and maintains account information Performs reconciliations between the PeopleSoft accounting system and the iVos/Risconnect risk management system to ensure they match Prepares and submits requests for ACH and wire payments to the Treasurers Office Serves as Finance Subject Matter Expert liaison to assigned departments Interacts with staff different departments and/or external agencies to ensure accuracy of accounts responds to inquiries and provides accounting support Administers the activities of assigned accounting projects Performs related tasks as necessary such as assisting with the implementation of policies and procedures Performs other related duties as assigned The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires a bachelors degree in accounting or closely related field. Masters degree in accounting business public administration or a related field desired. Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards this class requires a minimum of three years of related fulltime equivalent experience. Special Certifications and Licenses: Certified Public Accountant certification desired Special Requirements: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to shortterm department needs and/or Citywide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in accounting and financial reporting municipal government preferred Experience with PeopleSoft Financial System or other large scale financial system Advanced proficiency in Excel. CPA or CPFO certification.
Work Schedule
Monday Friday; 8:00 AM 5:00 PM. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to shortterm department needs and/or Citywide emergencies.
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