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Title:
Accountant
FLSA Status: Exempt
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to
provide accounting support to the Finance Department. This
is accomplished by administering special assessments,
overseeing the travel and training system, completing
intermediate accounting activities, participating in the
preparation of the CAFR, and reviewing expenditure
reporting. Other duties include completing related tasks as
assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Note:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key
responsibilities of the position. The list of essential
functions below does not identify all duties performed by
any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please
be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical
demands of each essential function.
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(S) |
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(L) |
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(M) |
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(H) |
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(V) |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts
constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
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Essential Functions |
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1 |
S |
Provides oversight and administers
the travel and training system, and special assessment
system by setting up assessment software, obtaining
information on cash collection, debt service, and
related items, processing modifications of existing
assessments, processing billings, responding to requests
and inquiries, processing payoffs, reviewing employee
travel requests, entering information, monitoring
reconciliations, and approving all reports. |
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2 |
S |
Completes accounting activities by
reviewing check requests and requisitions, uploading
files, preparing journal entries, preparing
reconciliations, and completing research. |
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3 |
S |
Participates in the preparation of
the CAFR by reconciling revenues and balances, preparing
year end reclassification journal entries, and preparing
audit schedules. |
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4 |
S |
Reports expenditures by uploading
bank files of card transactions, monitoring procurement
transactions for timeliness, reviewing detail, uploading
information to the general ledger, and participating in
audits. |
JOB
REQUIREMENTS:
-Description of
Minimum Job Requirements-
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Formal Education |
Work requires broad knowledge in a
general professional or technical field. Knowledge is
normally acquired through four years of college
resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. |
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Experience |
Over one year up to and including
three years experience. |
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Supervision |
Job has no responsibility for the
direction or supervision of others. |
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Human Collaboration Skills |
Work may require providing advice
to others outside direct reporting relationships on
specific problems or general policies. Contacts may
require the consideration of different points of view to
reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be
necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. |
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Freedom to Act |
The employee normally performs the
duty assignment after receiving general instructions as
to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There
is some opportunity for discretion when making
selections among a few, easily identifiable choices.
The assignment is usually reviewed upon completion. |
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Technical Skills |
Skilled: Work requires a
comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field
with use of analytical judgment and decision-making
abilities appropriate to the work environment of the
organization. |
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Budget Responsibility |
Position has moderate fiscal
responsibility. May be responsible for the billing,
collection and/or accounting of funds. May be
responsible for the handling and balancing of cash.
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Reading |
Advanced - Ability to read
literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical
journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal
documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at
the college level or above. However, it may be obtained
from experience and self-study. |
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Math |
Advanced - Ability to apply
fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced
mathematical operations methods, and functions of real
and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is
obtained in at the college level or above. However, it
may be obtained from experience and self-study. |
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Writing |
Intermediate - Ability to write
reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and
summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and
grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such
education is obtained in high school up to college.
However, it may be obtained from experience and
self-study. |
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Certification &
Other Requirements |
None |
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
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-Physical strength for this position is indicated below
with “X”- |
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Sedentary |
X |
Light |
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Medium |
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Heavy |
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Very Heavy |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts
constantly OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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C
Continuously
2/3 or more of the time. |
F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time. |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time. |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per
week. |
N
Never
Never occurs. |
Note: This is intended as a
description of the way the job is currently performed. It
does not address the potential for accommodation.
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-Physical Demand- |
-Frequency- |
-Brief Description-
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Standing |
O |
Communicating with co-workers |
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Sitting |
C |
Desk work, meetings |
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Walking |
O |
To
other departments/offices, around work site |
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Lifting |
O |
Files |
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Carrying |
O |
Files |
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Pushing/Pulling |
N |
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Reaching |
O |
For
supplies, for files |
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Handling |
C |
Paperwork |
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Fine Dexterity |
C |
Computer keyboard, telephone keypad, calculator |
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Kneeling |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crouching |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crawling |
N |
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Bending |
N |
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Twisting |
O |
From computer to telephone |
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Climbing |
O |
Stairs |
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Balancing |
N |
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Vision |
C |
Reading, computer screen |
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Hearing |
C |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Talking |
F |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Foot Controls |
N |
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Other
(specified if applicable) |
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MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:
Computers, printers and related
software
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
C
Continuously |
F
Frequently |
O
Occasionally |
R
Rarely |
N
Never |
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D
Daily |
W
Several Times Per Week |
M
Several Times Per Month |
S
Seasonally |
N
Never |
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-Health and Safety Factors- |
| Mechanical Hazards |
N |
| Chemical Hazards |
N |
| Electrical Hazards |
N |
| Fire Hazards |
N |
| Explosives |
N |
| Communicable Diseases |
N |
| Physical Danger or
Abuse |
N |
| Other (see 1 below) |
N |
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-Environmental Factors- |
| Respiratory Hazards |
N |
| Extreme Temperatures |
N |
| Noise and Vibration |
N |
| Wetness/Humidity |
N |
| Physical Hazards |
N |
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(1) N/A
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
None
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per week |
N
Never
Never occurs |
-Description of Non-Physical Demands-
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-Frequency- |
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Time Pressure |
F |
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Emergency Situation |
R |
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Frequent Change of Tasks |
F |
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Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime |
O |
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Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously |
F |
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Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team |
F |
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Tedious or Exacting Work |
F |
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Noisy/Distracting Environment |
R |
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Other (see 2 below) |
N |
(2) N/A
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:
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Office Environment |
X |
Vehicle |
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Warehouse |
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Outdoors |
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Shop |
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Other (see 3 below) |
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Recreation/Neighborhood Center |
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(3)N/A
SIGNATURE
SIGNATURE – REVIEW AND
COMMENTS:
I have reviewed this description and understand the
requirements and responsibilities of the position.
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Signature of Employee
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Job Title of Supervisor |
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Signature of Supervisor
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Date |
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Job Title of Department Head |
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Signature of Department Head
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Comments:
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The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this
position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to
modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.
City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer
DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY
APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT.
Employment Hotline (Voice Only):
623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100
EOE M/F/D/V
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES
8401 West
Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100
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