Accountant II (Perm/FT/Benefits)

The Accountant II is responsible for performing a basic accounting functions including analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities for Harford County Government. This position may also supervise accounting and clerical staff, providing oversight of work functions and ensures that all work is carried out in accordance with general accepted accounting principles and practices and applicable regulations. Harford County Government Core Values are essential to successful job performance and this position, as with all positions at Harford County, is accountable for integrating Core Values in the execution of responsibilities.

Job Description:

BUDGETED SALARY: $70,000.00-$72,000.00

Essential Duties:

• Prepares and reviews documents for property transfers;
• Prepares budgetary documents for relevant fund(s) including revenue expenditures projections;
• Manages and coordinates the overall financial administration for a specific fund(s) by preparing financial statements including maintaining notes to the financial statements for the fund(s);
• Maintains work papers of financial data on an ongoing basis, inputs data in accounting system and other associated integrated systems ensuring relevant information is tracked and recorded;
• Prepares, analyzes and processes data entry of accounting transactions, including processing payments and bills;
• Reviews and researches accounts to ensure accuracy of billing/payment;
• Prepares reports, invoices, and cash receipts

Years of Experience:
3 years of related experience
Education:
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting OR Bachelor's Degree - Finance OR Bachelor's Degree - Related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to manage and track data through the development of spreadsheets in MS Excel;
• Ability to conduct research and present findings;
• Ability to communicate and convey complex subject matter or content in a simple to understand manner;
• Basic math, such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing;
• Organizational skills including the capacity to anticipate issues and prioritize tasks, ability to manage multiple priorities or projects;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Proficient in the use of MS Office, such as Word, Excel, etc;
• Attention to detail;
• Basic computer skills with the ability to utilize software, hardware and communication devices to perform tasks;
• Knowledge and understanding of policies and requirements related to documentation management, information security and record keeping;
• Ability to prepare and review financial statements and audit reports mandated by various authorities at the Federal, State and Local levels;
• Reading Comprehension of Government Accounting Standards Board Releases;
• Ability to write technical notes or documents such as Financial Statements and Other Governmental Reports;
• Knowledge of research methodology, principles and procedures;
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, theories practices and procedures;
• Ability to maintain complex accounting records

SAFETY:
Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position. 
COMPENSATION:
Other compensation may include but is not limited to:

• Overtime
• Compensatory time
• Shift Differentials

BENEFITS:
Harford County offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation 
• Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Generous Leave Package & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Harford County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.