Cheif Accountant

Jefferson County Department of Human Resources • Watertown, NY

403d • $80,898 - $91,051

About The Position

The Chief Accountant position at Jefferson County is an administrative role within the County Treasurer's office, responsible for overseeing accounting and fiscal management functions. This includes planning, implementing, and monitoring financial activities, analyzing program funds and expenditures, developing accounting systems, and providing financial reports. The role also involves liaising with other governmental agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or public administration, economics, or a related field with 18 semester credit hours in accounting.
• Three years of accounting or auditing experience involving maintenance or auditing of double entry books, including the general ledger.
• One year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and monitor accounting and fiscal management functions.
• Analyze and monitor program funds, grants, and expenditures.
• Develop accounting systems and furnish periodic financial reports.
• Oversee account keeping activities.
• Serve as a liaison with other governmental agencies.

Benefits

• NYS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Vacation
• Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision
• Dental Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• Sick Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree