Sr Accountant

Why Team Garland?

At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.

Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!

• Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type
  
  

Summary

Responsible for advanced accounting and financial reporting within Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements related to the City’s Departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs complex accounting activities, which may include: reviewing, researching, and analyzing transactions; tracking and analyzing expenditures; reconciling and analyzing accounts; coordinating accounts payable activities; researching technical accounting issues; compiling and analyzing financial data; tracking and maintaining capital project expenditures and records; monitoring general ledger accounts; reconciling accounts and financial system modules; monitoring fixed and tracking assets; and/or, performing other related activities.
• Prepares, submits, and reviews a variety of reports, reconciliations, and statements to and from internal departments, financial institutions, and external government agencies. Provide reports of statement of revenues, expenditures, balance sheet and cash flow for Capital Improvement Programs (CIP). Prepare month-end, quarterly and year-end reports and variance resolution.
• Calculating, adjusting, preparing, and posting journal entries. Prepare and reconcile complex depreciation schedules posted in the asset system to the City’s general ledger.
• Review and document Department internal controls. Recommend changes in internal controls when appropriate. Coordinate the implementation of business processes as required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5 years related experience
  
  

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field of study
• 5 - 7 years experience in general accounting, cost accounting and/or fixed asset accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) preferred
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of governmental accounting
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficient in accounting/financial systems
• Advanced skills with preparing and analyzing accounting reports
  
  

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

About Us

Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City’s Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.

Vision

Garland’s vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.

Mission

We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.