Listing Summary

Job Summary/objective:

Under general supervision of the Assistant Finance Director, the Accountant/Payroll position performs a variety of complex and specialized duties in professional accounting and payroll to support Citywide operations.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

 

Essential Function and Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintains current knowledge of City of Tucker Ordinances, State and Federal laws related to payroll and an understanding of all policies and procedures of the Finance Department.
• Imports bi-weekly timesheets into BS&A and verifies for accuracy.
• Processes payroll and employee reimbursements (including travel) for review by Assistant Finance Director.
• Issues all payroll tax payments and transmits retirement contributions after each payroll.
• Updates PTO balances as needed.
• Periodically reconciles payroll accounts in the general ledger.
• Coordinates with Human Resources Director on payment of health insurance invoices.
• Prepares all quarterly and annual payroll tax returns and employee W2s for approval of Assistant Finance Director.
• Maintains Invoice email and enters accounts payable invoices for weekly check runs.
• Creates and updates vendor files including verification of federal ID numbers, Certificate of Insurance, E-Verify, and ACH documents.
• Reconciles and enters purchasing card invoices before draft date.
• Assists with annual financial audit.
• Assists with annual workers compensation audit.
• Contributes to prepaid expenditure log so journal entries are done when appropriate.
• Maintains postage meter; orders supply and replenishes postage balance as needed.
• Maintains list of utility accounts for city property, reviewing monthly for unusual usage.  
• Provides backup to Business and Alcohol License Technician as needed.
• Purchases supplies when requested. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs.
• Must be able to learn other accounting software systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
• Must maintain professional conduct as a Finance Department employee.

 

Education, Credentials, Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field is required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Two years of related experience.
• Preference will be given to individuals with local government accounting experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for the job.
• Level I or Level II will be determined by education and experience.