Accountant

University City, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 52292 - 82501

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Accountant

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $52292 - 82501

Status: Full-time Onsite

Job Purpose:

The purpose of this position is the maintenance of City accounting records and the preparation of financial reports. The Accountant may be assigned responsibility for maintenance and operation of the Citys accounting ledgers for the audit of departmental accounts and for examining the financial records of University City businesses. The Accountant receives general instructions regarding what is expected and completes assignments independently. Work is reviewed by superiors for overall accuracy and quality through spot checks and appraisal of results. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Finance.

Essential Functions

Prepares maintains and updates payroll schedules; assists with payroll reconciliations and provides supporting documentation for annual audits
Reconciles bank accounts for a variety of City funds
Prepares cash balance statements and financial reports
Reviews daily revenue collections and prepares daily deposit slips
Audits accounts of all departments authorized to collect City funds
Analyzes departmental accounting procedures
Audits financial records of businesses in University City to ascertain correctness of license payments in addition to liquor license payments
Maintains general and subsidiary ledgers
Prepares statements of appropriations and expenditures
Assists in the preparation of schedules and account reconciliations for the annual audits
Prepares departmental bills; miscellaneous bills such as weeds parking garage etc.
Administers payroll processing on both a bi-weekly and monthly basis ensuring accuracy timeliness and compliance with applicable laws regulations policies and collective bargaining agreements
Maintains employee payroll records including new hires terminations salary adjustments overtime leave and other changes affecting pay and ensure confidentiality of employee information
Calculates and processes employee benefit deductions retirement contributions and other withholdings in accordance with federal state and local agencies
Prepares and submits required payroll tax filings and reports; ensures compliance with IRS state and local tax regulations
Coordinates with Human Resources and Finance to ensure accurate data entry and resolution of payroll-related discrepancies
Responds to employee inquiries regarding pay leave balances deductions and related payroll matters
Prepare and review the necessary information for year-end payroll activities including W-2s 1099Rs and other required reporting
Develops documents and maintains payroll procedures to support efficiency accuracy and internal controls.
Provide support to the Finance Department on other projects as assigned by the Assistant Director of Finance and/or Director of Finance.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting
Experience in accounting preferably governmental accounting
Considerable knowledge of accounting and auditing theory principles and practices
Thorough knowledge of the principles of accounting best practices and account classification
Close attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to maintain complicated financial records and to prepare clear and comprehensive financial reports is essential

Title: AccountantFLSA Status: Non-ExemptPay Range: $52292 - 82501Status: Full-time OnsiteJob Purpose:The purpose of this position is the maintenance of City accounting records and the preparation of financial reports. The Accountant may be assigned responsibility for maintenance and operation of the...