Staff Accountant - (25-FAB)

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties locations and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a contract between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

At DC Water we provide more than 700000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water wastewater and stormwater Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince Georges counties in Maryland and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in aspire to be known for superior service ingenuity and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision we commit to our shared mission every dayexceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe environmentally friendly and efficient manner.

Staff Accountant applies well-established accounting principles theories concepts and practices to the accounting treatment of financial transactions. Within the limits of delegated responsibility demonstrates mastery of accounting in the performance of assignments and in the resolution of complex problems. The position is also responsible for providing analysis and advice regarding accounting programs and/or financial management matters. Work is performed with limited supervision and work is reviewed by supervisor solely for soundness of overall approach feasibility of recommendations and adherence to project assignments(s).

The Staff Accountant supports a broad variety of accounting functions and works independently at and expert level with minimal supervision; may include all or a subset of the following.

• Performs a wide range of activities in fixed asset management specifically in areas of accountability recording reporting and problem resolution.

• Performs complex account reconciliation and account analysis; defines problem or issue interprets and conducts comprehensive analysis which may include data trends deviation from standards. May be involved in forecasting and cost benefit analysis.

• Reviews records and reports financial transactions in accordance to established accounting principles (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - GAAP) policies and objectives.

• Develops nonstandard reports and statements i.e. those containing cash forecasts reflecting the interrelations of accounting cost budgeting or comparable information.

• Prepares financial information for submittal of the financial statement and closing activities.

• Implements and monitors policies and procedures in assigned program area to ensure achievement of management objectives.

• Uses judgment and professional knowledge to assess investigate and analyze unusual problems or complete projects in the absence of guidelines policies and or procedures.

• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the Senior Accountant.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Key Working Relationships:Interacts with co-workers throughout the Authority.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and ability necessary for an

individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are

provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

At DC Water our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers innovators and problem solvers focused on protecting lifes most precious resource in the nations capital.

• Take pride in your work.We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.

• Connect to a strong culture.Everything we do is grounded in our shared valuesaccountability trust teamwork customer focus safety and wellbeing.

• Be your true self.We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity and we recognize and celebrate employees individuality and unique contributions.

• Build your skills and career path.We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to

perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please

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