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Senior Accountant

2 months ago

Fort Myers Beach, United States Town of Fort Myers Beach Florida Full time $61,375
Job DescriptionJob Description

Position: Senior Accountant

Reports to: Accounting Manager, co-reporting to Finance Director

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Emergency Classification: Essential

Pay Grade: 111


Are you excited by the opportunity to be a part of the Town of Fort Myers Beach? The Town of Fort Myers Beach is seeking a organized and detail oriented Senior Accountant to join our vibrant team The ideal candidate for the Senior Accountant position will have a passion for accounting and ensure the accuracy & integrity of the company's financial records.

The Town of Fort Myers Beach is a community on a resilient journey. Working at the Town of Fort Myers Beach means contributing to a town's recovery, rebuilding its spirit, and creating a future that stands stronger than before. If the thought of using your experience, background, and skill set to join our dynamic team in this pivotal time excites you, please review the job description below and apply through the job ad.

Town of FMB Offers a Competitive Benefit Package

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance plans for you and your family with low deductibles and low annual maximums The Town of FMB pays 100% of employee only coverage and 50% of dependent coverage. Employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and gym membership reimbursement.

Work/Life Balance: The Town of FMB offers 26 days of PTO Annually, 14 Paid Holidays annually, paid parental leave, and flexible scheduling options.

Retirement Planning: 401(a)/457(b) Pension Plan with an employer contribution in which you are immediately vested.

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Position Summary

The Senior Accountant performs high level administrative accounting work and a variety of complex accounting tasks. The Senior Accountant will apply principles of accounting in the analysis of financial data to reconcile accounts, verify the accuracy and completeness of general ledger data, prepare adjusting journal entries, maintain fixed asset records, compile financial statements and grant reports, assist with processing biweekly payroll, and assist in preparing annual audit schedules. Work shall be performed in compliance with GAAP and GASB standards, Uniform Grant Guidance, pertinent state and federal regulations, and Town financial policies and ordinances. The Senior Staff Accountant will perform under the general direction of the Accounting Manager and requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment. Performance is evaluated through observation, feedback, and results obtained.


Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation: If assigned, employees in this classification will be required to report and carry out duties as directed for the duration of an emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.

Examples of Essential Duties
  • Reviews, interprets and applies GAAP, GASB, Uniform Grant Guidance, state and federal regulations, and Town financial policies that govern accounting, grants, payroll, and financial reporting, and/or how to access such.
  • Assists in the development, documentation, implementation, and administration of accounting procedures including those related to internal control, fund accounting, grants accounting, payroll processing, accounts receivable, accounts payables, liability insurance, year-end close, annual audit, and financial reporting.
  • Reconciles general ledger accounts to ensure the accuracy and completeness of their balances.
  • Works closely with other departments to ensure the accuracy of the data being imported to the general ledger from the designated subsystems or processes.
  • Researches and analyzes general ledger account activity to provide an explanation for the balance and variances upon request.
  • Prepares thoroughly documented journal entries to general ledger accounts as needed.
  • Works with the team to develop training materials and provides training in the Town's financial system as necessary.
  • Assists in maintaining the chart of accounts, including the setup of new funds, departments, sub-departments, projects, and accounts.
  • Develops and maintains custom financial reports within the Town's financial system as needed.
  • Reconciles bank account balances and activity to that of the general ledger.
  • Assists with monthly investment processing and reconciliation, including recording of investment revenue and any periodic market adjustments.
  • Assists with the preparation of monthly cash and investment report.
  • Assists in processing biweekly payroll.
  • Maintains inventory of fixed assets for insurance purposes.
  • Maintains accounting records for fixed assets, including preparation of year-end audit schedules.
  • Works with the team to ensure all month-end closing processes occur on a consistent basis.
  • Assists in periodic review on a consistent basis of trial balance to ensure that all balances have been reconciled, are accurate, and can be explained.
  • Performs necessary research, reconciliations, and analysis to assist in the preparation of year-end adjustments and accruals.
  • Assists in annual audit by preparing requested schedules and reports, as well as providing explanations of supporting material as needed.
  • Assists in the preparation of year-end financial statements and footnotes.
  • Assists in variance analysis for the completion of the ACFR Management Discussion and Analysis.
  • Prepares required grant reports.
  • Assists in the development and preparation of periodic cash flow projections.
  • Assists in the preparation of financial forecasts.
  • Assists in the preparation of the fiscal year budget.
  • Assists in the review and processing of department FOIA requests.
  • Attend meetings and educational seminars as advised.
  • Performs other duties assigned as related to the job class.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.)


Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, mathematics, business, or related field is required.

***Direct experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting is required, preferably in a government setting.
  • CMA or CPA certification is desirable but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of principles and practices of financial administration, including financial reporting and analysis.
  • Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and GASB (Government Accounting Standards Bureau) standards, as well as Uniform Grant Guidance and grant reporting systems.
  • Knowledge of Integrated financial system software packages.
  • Knowledge of general and accounting-related computer applications such as Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
  • Proficiency in Excel and Pivot Tables in financial report writing.
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint to present financial data.
  • Skill in the issuance, understanding, and receival of both oral and written instructions and effective communication in Standard English using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience.
  • Skill in creating correspondence and writing policy.
  • Ability to generate complex financial reports.
  • Ability to generate accurate, concise variance analysis explanations.
  • Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations to fiscal systems.
  • Ability to evaluate complex fiscal problems and develop sound courses of action.
  • Ability to prepare, examine, and verify financial documents and reports.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to exercise tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff at all levels in the organization.

Physical Requirements:

  • Tasks involve some physical effort in standing, bending, stooping, stretching, walking, or moderate lifting (20 pounds); and standard dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of office equipment.
  • Tasks involve extended periods of time working on a computer utilizing a keyboard and mouse.

Environmental Requirements:

  • Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
  • Ability to perform strenuous work in varying and adverse weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and potentially dangerous environments.

Sensory Requirements:

  • Tasks require sound perception and discrimination.
  • Tasks require visual perception and discrimination.
  • Tasks require oral communication ability.

The Town of Fort Myers Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer