Accountant Senior - Operations

Accountant Senior - Operations Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/4491722) Apply  Accountant Senior - Operations Salary$74,117.92 AnnuallyLocation Nashville, TNJob TypeFull-Time Civil ServiceJob Number24340EDepartmentFinanceDivisionFinancial OperationsOpening Date05/09/2024Closing Date5/19/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Position DescriptionThe Accountant Senior - Operations is a Civil Service position in the Department of Finance, Operations, Division of Accounts. The position is responsible for performing the more complex professional and technical duties involved in financial accounting at the government-wide level. This position requires strong analytical, oral, written, and organizational skills. The selected applicant will also have a demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted governmental accounting principles.Metro Finance has several divisions, including operations, procurement, treasury and management and budget. Department employees provide financial management, information and business products to policy makers, departments, investors and the Nashville community to give them confidence in our government and to help them make informed decisions.Typical Duties

Directs, coordinates and participates in the more complex financial accounting issues and resolve complex financial accounting related questions and/or problems.

Performs professional duties in support of accounting related general ledger modules.

Analyzes ledger balances, process payments, track information, prepare and complete journal entries as necessary. {Areas of responsibility to include Sports Authority, Central Business Improvement District (CBID)/Gulch Central Business Improvement District (GCBID), Economic and Community Development (ECD) grants, Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA) tax increment payments, and various department assignments}.

Responsible for various accounting reconciliations including the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) capital accounts, MTA LOCAP account and other reconciliations as needed.

Gathers information, calculate and prepare Industrial Development Board (IDB) Payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) billings on an annual basis.

Ensures the monthly Sports Authority revenue is recorded, tracked and processed correctly.

Analyzes and correct Administrative and Finance budget overages as required.

Interprets, applies and provides authoritative advice on financial accounting policies and procedures.

Functions as primary accounting contact for other Metro departments as assigned; review and approve journal entries submitted by departments and other accountants.

Analyzes and reconcile general and subsidiary ledgers in the accounting system and make adjustments/corrections as needed.

Assists departmental accounting staff to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

Assists with the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

Leads, supervises and trains staff as assigned and oversee complex projects within the Division of Accounts as required.

Works autonomously on projects as needed and perform independent research to formulate best practice solutions.

Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited college or university and considerable (3 years) of professional-level experience in accounting or related field.Additional experience may be considered in lieu of some education (1:1 Ratio). Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience in Governmental accounting and/or financial statement audit experience

Experience preparing or auditing annual comprehensive financial reports or other issued governmental financial reports

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations. Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640. Full-time, Civil Service positions -10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)1 Sick Day per month12 Paid Holidays per yearPublic Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -20 vacation days per year3 Personal days per year1 Sick Day per month12 paid holidays per yearPart-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits informationSeasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.01 What is the highest level of education you have completed?

No diploma

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

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If you have a degree, indicate your major field of study in the area below. If none "n/a"

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How many years of professional level experience do you have in accounting or a related field?

None

One to Two years

Three to Four years

Five to Six years

Seven or more years

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Briefly describe your professional-level experience in accounting or related field.

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Briefly describe your experience with governmental accounting and/or financial statements. If none "n/a"

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AgencyMetropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson CountyAddressHuman Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210 Phone(615) 862-6640 Websitehttp://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email