Accountant I ~ Accounting Coordinator

Accountant I or Accounting CoordinatorNorth Topsail Beach, NC (Pop. 1.1K - 33K seasonally) has an opening for one individual to serve in the Finance Division to fulfill the requirements for an Accountant I or Accounting Coordinator position. Appointment to either classification will be based on the qualifications of the applicant.The Finance Division is responsible for all fiscal, purchasing and budgetary matters of the town.

These positions are responsible for accounts payable, General Ledger, preparing, entering, reviewing journal entries; verifying that the general ledger for all budget codes is balanced and making necessary adjustments. The position assists the Finance Director in month-end close activities; ensures compliance with applicable town, state fiscal and procurement policies, assists in the preparation of worksheets related to Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, and the Annual Single Audit, debt schedules, and payroll processing. May attend Public Meetings: preparing material, providing presentations, for Boards, Commissions, and Committees.Accounting Coordinator: Salary Range: $44,166 to $68,457Associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.1+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, or related experienceWorking knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting or financial-management software.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Strong organizational and time-management skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.Ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, vendors, and management.Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.Preferred QualificationsTwo years of financial experience in a municipal or county governmentExperience with, QuickBooks / FMS / ADP / SAP / other systemExperience with account reconciliations and month-end close procedures.Experience supporting payroll accounting.Experience working in a regulated or compliance-focused environment.Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.Accountant I ~ Salary Range: $59,186 to $91,738Two years of financial experience in a municipal or county governmentFive years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, or equivalent combination of education and experienceBachelor's degree in accounting, business, or related fieldThorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principlesProcesses purchase requisitions and purchase ordersPrepares complex journal entriesPrepares debt payment schedules, post-issuance and arbitrage compliance and the debt management section of the Town's annual budget documentAbility to quickly adapt to changing technology and learn new software systemsStrong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skillsAbility to perform independent research and develop recommendationsClass C Driver's LicenseMust be bondable.Preferred QualificationsNorth Carolina CPA certificationThorough knowledge of NC Local Government bidding and contractingConsiderable knowledge of NC General Statues, NCDOT contracting requirements, AIA documents, and Federal Grant GuidelinesCertified Local Government Purchasing Officer (CLGPO) designation OR the ability to earn this level certification within 2 years of hireCertified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation OR the ability to earn this level certification within 2 years of hireExperience with consolidating financial information for annual auditExperience preparing Powell Bill reports, filing annual sales tax refund requests, and completing payroll report forms 941, 941B and NC-5QExperience with managing the accounting of Town insurance claims and workers' compensationExperience with managing surplus property, capitalization of fixed assets and calculating depreciationExperience with preparing and monitoring grant financial documents and reportsExperience with payroll systems and the payroll/timekeeping functions, related reports, able to resolve issues with the payroll system and employee pay; able to implement various deductions, contributions, disbursements, execution and remittance of taxes, levies, and garnishmentsApplication Deadline: Open until filled.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the job posting may close once a suitable candidate has been identified.Applications are available on the Town website under "How Do I?" "Apply For" "Employment." Home Page: complete and submit the application according to the instructions provided on the website.The Town of North Topsail Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.We value diversity and inclusion and strive to create a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has an equal opportunity to succeed.For more information or confidential questions, contact Alexis Stanfield, Town Clerk/HR Officer at .Public Records Disclosure: Please be aware that application materials may be subject to public disclosure under North Carolina's Public Records Law (N.C.G.S. Chapter 132).Benefits401(k) - 3% employer contributionParticipation in the Local Government Employee's Retirement Plan - 14.48% employer contribution100% employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance per employee as well as short-term disabilityOptions to add dependents for additional deductionsEmployer paid life insurance policy for $50,000Option to add additional coverage for additional deductionsTelehealth servicesAdditional voluntary benefits through Colonial including: Extended Short-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness and Cancer15 employer paid holidays and 2 floating holidaysEmployer paid sick and vacation leaveAnnual longevityHealth Reimbursement Account (HRA) $1,500 per employee each fiscal year to be used to assist employee and dependentsFree beach parking for up to two (2) vehicles