Governmental Accounting Specialist

At Adams Brown, LLC, we are seeking a skilled Governmental CAS Accounting Specialist to join our team. This role will perform routine accounting activities such as payroll, general ledger posting, preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports, and accounts payable and receivable functions for governmental clients.

This individual is familiar with fund accounting concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This role performs work at a higher level of complexity for governmental clients.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree or higher preferred with 4-6 years in relevant position or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with the Kansas Municipal Audit and Accounting guide is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understands clients' needs and is proactive in proposing solutions
• Prepares and analyzes fund financial statements and budget
• Proposes journal entries and transfers between funds
• Reconciles bank accounts and investments and can resolve discrepancies
• Prepares payroll and payroll taxes, processes accounts payable, encumbrances and utility payments
• Compiles raw data into trial balance format, including recapping cash receipts and disbursements
• Prepares cash flow reports monthly forecasting revenues, expenditures and unencumbered cash
• Research reference materials involving fund accounting, payroll, and statutory questions

Performs:

• Financial statement prep, budget, complex professional write-up work, audit support work, direct client consulting, and other special projects

Requirements:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of firm and client information
• Effectively communicate through oral and written means
• Client service oriented and has public relation skills
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to use office equipment including a computer, copier, scanner and printer
• Ability to demonstrate confidence and good judgment when interacting with colleagues, supervisors, and clients
• Ability to work well with others

Adams Brown, LLC promotes a flexible work environment with a deep commitment to technology and modern work arrangements. Our offices are open from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday through tax season and close at noon on Fridays outside of tax season. We are closed on major holidays, offer substantial paid-time-off, a comprehensive benefit package, competitive pay structure, and a culture of growth, clarity, and respect.

Adams Brown, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.