Financial Accountant I

$45,553 - $68,329/Yr

City of San Antonio - San Antonio, TX

Part-time - Entry Level

San Antonio, TX

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Financial Accountant I position at the City of San Antonio involves performing professional-level accounting work, including the analysis and reporting of municipal finances. The role requires recording, classifying, and researching financial transactions while ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and city ordinances. This position operates under general supervision and does not involve supervising others.

Responsibilities

• Records, classifies, and summarizes financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and applicable legal mandates.
• Prepares and submits accounting journal entries and adjustments into the City's SAP Financial and Accounting System.
• Analyzes and reviews financial transactions submitted from City Departments for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Reconciles sub-ledgers to the general ledger and resolves differences, such as bank statements, investments, and credit cards.
• Ensures required accounting entries are completed before the closing of the month.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of accounting-related computer programs and software.
• Knowledge of City and departmental policies, procedures, and administrative systems.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, policies, and regulations related to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of financial record keeping.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and/or prepare financial and accounting documents and reports.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate projects, set priorities, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, and City employees.

Benefits

• Subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees.
• Paid disability benefits.
• Paid life insurance.
• Automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.