About the position
The Municipal Accountant II position is located within the Accounting Services Division of the Finance Department for the City of Oklahoma City. This role is essential for maintaining accurate municipal accounts and requires a blend of professional and supervisory skills. The accountant will apply accounting principles and practices to a computerized municipal accounting system, ensuring the accuracy of records, monitoring expenditures, and preparing periodic financial statements and administrative reports. This position necessitates effective communication with other city employees, outside agencies, and citizens to discuss the legality of expenditures, explain governmental regulations, and provide or obtain information related to budgetary considerations and financial reports. In addition to technical accounting duties, the Municipal Accountant II will provide training and technical assistance to clerical and professional personnel, demonstrating work processes both verbally and physically. Assignments may vary in nature and are primarily communicated verbally, with work being reviewed by a supervisor for overall performance standards and subject to periodic audits. The role encompasses general job functions such as accounting, report preparation, information exchange, and supervision of staff. The position also emphasizes the importance of veterans' preference, offering honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces the opportunity for preference in hiring, provided they meet the qualifications and submit the necessary documentation. The job requires a strong foundation in accounting concepts, techniques, and principles, along with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data accurately. The Municipal Accountant II must also possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, a commitment to accuracy and timeliness, and the ability to supervise both clerical and professional personnel effectively.
Responsibilities
- Apply accounting principles and practices to maintain accurate records of municipal accounts.
- Monitor expenditures and prepare periodic financial statements and administrative reports.
- Communicate with other City employees, outside agencies, and citizens regarding expenditures and governmental regulations.
- Provide technical assistance and training to clerical and professional personnel.
- Review work for overall standards of performance and ensure compliance with regulations.
Requirements
- Knowledge of accounting concepts, techniques, and principles.
- Skill in applying accounting knowledge to work performed.
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data accurately.
- Skill in compiling and working with large quantities of data.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to supervise clerical and professional personnel.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in municipal accounting systems.
- Familiarity with governmental regulations and budgetary considerations.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay ranging from $29.56 to $45.19.
- Potential for higher pay based on qualifications and experience.
- Veterans preference in hiring for eligible candidates.
