ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR
https://www.seguintexas.gov/1319/Pay-Schedules: Pay Group 19
Summary Of Position
Fully participates in all processes/tasks related to Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. Research accounting transactions; Reconcile and maintain assigned general ledger accounts; Prepares and/or reviews journal entries; Supervises all staff related to these activities. Assures compliance with accounting rules and regulations and department goals and objectives.
Examples Of Work
- Supervises, trains and evaluates subordinate employees.
- Reviews various accounting transactions for accuracy including those for payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger entries.
- Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities and recommends improvements and modifications to accounting processes and procedures for stronger internal controls, and improved efficiency and accuracy.
- Coordinates and performs the annual physical inventory and provides comprehensive summary to management on any inventory discrepancies; performs quarterly inventory as needed.
- Performs random petty cash and till audits of all City departments.
- Assists in month/year-end closing:
- Reconciles accounting and financial data across multiple software platforms;
- Assists the Finance Director and Assistant Finance Director in the preparation and maintenance of the City’s annual operating, capital and personnel budgets;
- Assists City departments and personnel with budget and accounting related issues and inquiries; provides accounting guidance to support staff.
- Oversees bi-weekly payroll process; verifies payroll prior to finalization; prepares and/or reviews payment and reporting of payroll taxes, TMRS, and other payroll related expenditures;
- Make necessary adjustments to employee rates or deductions to include merit increases, buyouts, longevity, promotions, step-up pay, taxable benefits, etc. each pay period.
- Review/Correct payroll calculation errors; Assist with development and assignment of time entry, pay and deduction codes.
- Assist in the preparation of personnel cost analysis for position upgrades, new hires, grant reporting, department restructuring, etc.
- Assists the Assistant Director of Finance with the maintenance of the Financial ERP;
- Provides backup to Accountant II in maintaining the City’s depository accounts and/or other assigned bank accounts:
- Reconciles and monitors account balances and determines availability of funds.
- Maintains bank account files; researches and resolves account issues.
- Initiates and approves bank wire/transfers
- Provide backup for payroll processing, invoice entry and cash receipting as necessary.
- Coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance with audit requirements.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is required.
- Five (5) years accounting experience with at least two (2) of those in payroll, preferably in a governmental environment.
- Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience is highly preferred.
- Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and regulations
- Ability to identify and implement process improvements
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Certificates And Licenses Required
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Starting Pay: $34.32/hour (Salary may be dependent upon experience) Position Will Remain Open Until FilledThe City of Seguin is an "Equal Employment Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE)