Accountant I

Accounting ClassThe purpose of the class is to provide accounting functions in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles. The class is responsible for accounting, disbursement, maintenance, review, interpretation, analysis and reconciliation of accounts within assigned area of responsibility. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.Essential Job FunctionsPerforms accounting functions in accordance with Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and requirements for assigned accounts.Reconciles all funds and accounts for assigned areas of responsibility; researches discrepancies, collects information, and reports findings.Tracks payroll activity for all departments and related funds.Tracks fixed assets for General and Capital funds; inventories fixed assets.Posts payments, journal and general ledger entries as assigned.Prepares required financial reports such as worker's compensation, pension, 941, element object reconciliation etc.Prepares audit documents, assists with or performs audits.Performs data entry of all financial activities for assigned accounts and funds; verifies and reconciles accuracy of data entered.Attends staff or project meetings to exchange information; attends in-service training and technical or professional classes, seminars, or conferences to improve technical or professional skills.Performs routine office tasks, such as typing, filing, faxing, phoning, and copying.Minimum RequirementsRequires an Associate of Science Degree (A.S.), Vocational Technical Degree, specialized training, or self-education equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in accounting or a closely related field.Requires one year of work experience in accounting.Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.BenefitsHealth Insurance: Health Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Employees may elect a PPO or HMO plan. Provider is BCBS of Florida. Dental Insurance: Dental Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Employees may elect a PPO or HMO plan.

Provider is Mutual of Omaha. Vision Insurance: Vision Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Provider is Mutual of Omaha. Employee Wellness Center: Free to employees, dependents, and retirees who are enrolled in the City's health insurance. The EWC provides free onsite Health Risk Assessments, doctor appointments, basic lab work, and some generic prescriptions. Retirement: A (401A) non-contributory defined contribution pension is provided for general employees. The City contributes 5%.

Certified Police employees join the Chapter 185 Plan which requires employees contribute a predetermined percent into the plan. Certified Fire employees participate in a plan which exceeds the requirements of Chapter 175 and which requires employees contribute a predetermined percent into the plan. All employees may elect to tax defer an amount allowed by the IRS to a 457 deferred compensation account Life Insurance: $50,000.00 policy - 50% at age 70 for general employees, police and fire - 100% premium paid. Bereavement Leave: 24 hours of leave with pay. Holidays: 11 paid holidays. PTO Sell Back program: Employees are eligible to sell PTO time back to the City, a maximum of 2 times per fiscal year for a total of 160 hours. Employees can only sell back as much PTO time as they have actually used in the previous 12 months.

Employees covered by a CBA may sell time a maximum established by their written bargaining agreement. Computer Purchase: The City will finance the employee's purchase of an approved computer system up to $1,000.00. Total of loan divided by 39 payroll deductions. Fitness Programs: The City will pay 50% payment of the monthly fee for the employee and spouse for one fitness center each. Participating centers are: Not the Norm Crossfit, Planet Fitness, Anytime Fitness, and Infinity Fitness. Safety Shoes: The City will pay up to $150.00 per year for the cost of one pair of approved safety shoes/boots for those positions requiring safety shoes/boots.