Fiscal Analyst—Accounting

Job Details

Description

Learn more about the City of Edmond by visiting the City of Edmond's website.

The City of Edmond is seeking an accounting analyst to become a part of our finance team. We offer a wide range of opportunities in various aspects of all types of accounting services. We provide services to both internal and external customers. We value work-life balance, training and offer competitive benefits. Come join our team!

Starting Salary: $59,521

Please submit a resume, cover letter, or other document (PDF format preferred) explaining your work history, experience, and qualifications OR complete your Work History in this application.

About This Position

The Fiscal Analyst role is an accounting position within the Finance Department. The department is the official source of financial information for the city. Our main functions are preparation of annual budgets and annual audited financials that are available to the public. In our daily tasks, we maintain the general ledger, invest funds, perform internal audits, and assist other city departments and public citizens regarding financial information of the city. This role requires at least five (5) years of related experience, strong working knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to complete traditional accounting tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred)
• 5 years of related experience and/or training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier
  

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of financial information
• Create, maintain, and prepare reports of daily accounting activities
• Review, record, verify, and reconcile City funds and accounts
• Troubleshoot accounting problems
• Prepare technical reports and provide recommendations based on data
• Confer, advise, and train on financial accounting best practices and procedures
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods
• Research and compile data to comply with federal, state, legal, and statutory financial reporting
• Participate in the development of the annual financial report and budget
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Maintain current knowledge of accounting rules, laws, and procedures
  
  

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to the Finance Department and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued
  
  

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.