Airport Accountant Senior
Apply NowCompany: City of Atlanta, GA
Location: Atlanta, GA 30349
Description:
Job Description
Job Posting Open Until Filled
Salary Range: $73,242.40 - $91,621.58
Hiring Department: Department of Aviation
General Description and Classification Standards
Senior level individual contributor accounting position in assigned department(s). Develops, implements and/or maintains one or more accounting systems; journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation. Reviews and approves transactions of specific type or size. Handles escalated issues from accountants or technician staff. This job is fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.
Supervision Received
Works under very general supervision. Depending on organization structure, may work independently with responsibility for an assigned function or program.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.
Develops, implements or maintains one or more accounting systems: journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation.
Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations.
Balances books and prepares financial statements.
Monitors and develops monthly reports and projects.
Communicates directly with Airport customers regarding customer payments, invoices, and customer account status.
Performs payment collection procedures.
Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions.
May prepare federal, state or local reports and tax returns.
May assist in setup of processes and procedures to capture, track and report financial transactions.
May review, track and maintain billing information.
Ensures accuracy with US GAAP and other accounting standards and regulations.
Decision Making
Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks in accordance with internal established processes and accounting standards. Leadership Provided Routinely provides work group leadership, guidance, and/or training to less experienced staff .
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.
Knowledge of professional accounting policies and procedures and accounting standards and applies them to wide range of accounting issues.
Skill in interpreting general accounting and GAAP knowledge and applying it to day to day work assignments.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and accounting software, databases and skill in establishing and maintaining good interpersonal relationships.
Ability to process numbers quickly and accurately. Ability to spot inconsistencies and troubleshoot those issues.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related area (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis).
Minimum of 2 years' of work experience in a related area.
Preferred Education & Experience
Licensures and Certifications
None required
Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any
other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
Job Posting Open Until Filled
Salary Range: $73,242.40 - $91,621.58
Hiring Department: Department of Aviation
General Description and Classification Standards
Senior level individual contributor accounting position in assigned department(s). Develops, implements and/or maintains one or more accounting systems; journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation. Reviews and approves transactions of specific type or size. Handles escalated issues from accountants or technician staff. This job is fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.
Supervision Received
Works under very general supervision. Depending on organization structure, may work independently with responsibility for an assigned function or program.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.
Develops, implements or maintains one or more accounting systems: journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation.
Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations.
Balances books and prepares financial statements.
Monitors and develops monthly reports and projects.
Communicates directly with Airport customers regarding customer payments, invoices, and customer account status.
Performs payment collection procedures.
Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions.
May prepare federal, state or local reports and tax returns.
May assist in setup of processes and procedures to capture, track and report financial transactions.
May review, track and maintain billing information.
Ensures accuracy with US GAAP and other accounting standards and regulations.
Decision Making
Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks in accordance with internal established processes and accounting standards. Leadership Provided Routinely provides work group leadership, guidance, and/or training to less experienced staff .
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.
Knowledge of professional accounting policies and procedures and accounting standards and applies them to wide range of accounting issues.
Skill in interpreting general accounting and GAAP knowledge and applying it to day to day work assignments.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and accounting software, databases and skill in establishing and maintaining good interpersonal relationships.
Ability to process numbers quickly and accurately. Ability to spot inconsistencies and troubleshoot those issues.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related area (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis).
Minimum of 2 years' of work experience in a related area.
Preferred Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related area (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis) with 3-5 years' of accounting experience.
Licensures and Certifications
None required
Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any
other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.