Accountant II (For City of Austin Employees Only)

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Accountant II (For City of Austin Employees Only)

City of Austin Austin, TX, United States

Job Description:

Accountant II (For City of Austin Employees Only)

Description

Minimum Qualifications



Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Notes to Applicants

The Development Services Department ( DSD ) assists homeowners, business owners, and contractors when they build, demolish, remodel or perform any type of construction to ensure compliance with applicable city and building codes.

Position Overview:
DSD is seeking an Accountant II position to be responsible for the posting and application of revenue for DSD and other departments, including reconciliation & tracking of revenue per city cash policy. In addition, the position will provide reporting of revenue by source and date to ensure compliance in accordance with the COA policy as well as conducting account & bank reconciliations and assisting as a cashier. The Accountant II position will serve under the direction of the Financial Manager II in the Financial Services Division.

Employment Application:
The City of Austin Employment Application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. A detailed, complete employment application is required.
Please be sure to detail on the application all relevant employment to be considered as part of your qualifications. This detailed application will be evaluated for the qualifications and will be used to establish base pay if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles, number of employees supervised and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position including all job duties and responsibilities. A cover letter and resume must be submitted but will not substitute for a complete online City of Austin employment application.
Post Interview Verification:
If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, DSD -HR will contact the current and former employer, as well as the professional references listed in the application. Please ensure the contact information on the application is accurate. Top candidates will also be required to provide proof of education from an accredited organization, copies of any professional licenses or certificates listed on the application and a copy of your DD-214 if claiming veteran’s preference.

Assessment(s): Candidates selected for interview may undergo a skill/competency-based assessment(s).

Critical Employee:
Critical employees are considered necessary and vital and support activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services.

THE DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS .
Pay Range
$30.70 - $38.37 per hour

Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hybrid - In Office and Telework
Job Close Date 04/09/2025 Type of Posting Reserved for City Employees Department Development Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, TX 75752 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Maintains general ledger information and reviews financial transactions by creating and/or monitoring electronic files and/or accounting documents. Maintains accounting ledgers by posting/reviewing and/or approving the posting of accounting transactions of intermediate and higher dollar-value and complexity, ensuring transactions are processed in accordance with City policy, applicable laws and regulations, generally accepted accounting principles ( GAAP ), and sound business practices. Processes revenue collections and/or customer payments; prepares analysis of delinquent accounts, calculating/assessing delinquent fines/fees for supervisor/manager review; prepares/ reviews accruals and/or other accounting entries, ensuring transactions are processed in accordance with City policy, applicable laws and regulations, generally accepted accounting principles, GAAP . Prepares and/or reviews grant accounting entries and reconciliations by compiling and analyzing general ledger account information. Prepares and/or reviews asset, liability, inventory, and/or capital accounting entries by compiling and analyzing general ledger account information. Reconciles general ledger and/or bank accounts and resolves account discrepancies by reconciling statements and transactions and investigating supporting documentation. Prepares financial statements and/or special reports by preparing balance sheets, income statements, cash flows, and other special reports; at an intermediate to advanced level; collecting, analyzing, and summarizing general ledger account information and trends; conducting variance analysis; applying intermediate skills and knowledge of accounting and reporting requirements; generally accepted accounting principles, GAAP . Prepares audit work papers for annual or special audit by preparing accurate supporting work papers at an intermediate level for assigned area(s); work is reviewed by other staff; providing explanations of city policy/procedures and responding to auditor’s questions/requests in a timely and accurate manner. Assists departments and other internal or external customers by providing procedural/financial information and/or other information and guidance with automated or manual systems. Carries out projects by completing projects of moderate to advanced levels of complexity and/or completing parts of complex projects. Maintains financial security by following established internal accounting controls.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.



Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Accountant II position are graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Accounting, twenty-four (24) college semester hours in Accounting, plus two (2) years of accounting experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. CPA license may substitute for the education requirement. Do you meet these requirements? * Are you currently a City of Austin employee? * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. * Please describe your experience and proficiency level with the City of Austin AIMS system. If you have not used this system, please describe your experience using other similar accounting software.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have experience processing accounts receivables (e.g., Cash Receipts and Receivables) and preparing Journal Vouchers (e.g., JVD, JVC, and IET)? * Describe your experience in reconciling daily receipts to daily deposits.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience in researching and reconciling accounting transactions and discrepancies. Please indicate the specific position(s) listed on your application where you performed these duties.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please indicate your highest skill level in Microsoft Excel. * Which of the following best describes your experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Teams? * This position is categorized an "Essential Personnel". Essential Personnel is considered a critical position and must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather at the library, whether or not you are scheduled to work. If offered the position, are you willing to work scheduled and unscheduled hours as mandated by business needs?

Optional & Required Documents

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