ACCOUNTANT II - FINANCE at Lower Rio Grande Valley D

Weslaco, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting Principles, Financial Statements, General Journal Entries, Budgeting, Payroll, Cost Analysis, Auditing, Compliance, Data Analysis, Communication, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Initiative, Independent Judgment, Office Equipment, Software Applications

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Performs routine (journey-level) accounting work. Work involves maintaining, preparing, posting, and balancing accounting and financial statements, records, documents, or reports. May specialize in some phase of accounting work such as federal funds accounting, property and equipment control, cost, payroll, budgeting, or bond servicing. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Prepares financial statements, reports, schedules, and exhibits; prepares and/or processes general journal entries; and prepares and/or processes payment, cash, purchase, travel, and related vouchers. Prepares periodic analyses of fund balances and expenditures, and prepares technical reports on payroll, estimates, cost data, and budget items. Audits accounting and financial documents for accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures and state and federal statutes. Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial and accounting documents and records. Researches and reconciles discrepancies in accounts, bank statements, or appropriation balances; and reports findings. Reviews agency accounting records, such as expenditure, fund, appropriation, expense and revenue collection records, and ensures agency assets are accounted for properly. May recommend improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures. May check and audit timekeeping records for compliance with established standards. May approve and sign expense accounts and purchase vouchers submitted for payment. May train others. Local travel may be required. Performs related work as assigned. Knowledge of: generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems. Skill in use of office equipment, computers, and associated software applications. Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data; and to communicate effectively. Experience in accounting and financial operations. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Valid/Current Texas Driver's License. May be required to be registered, certified, or licensed in specialized area. “Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability”

Responsibilities

The Accountant II performs routine accounting work, including maintaining and preparing financial statements and documents. They also audit financial documents for accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures.