ACCOUNTANT I City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Accountant l to perform general accounting functions. Are you seeking engaging work ? Do you wish to advance your career in accounting? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!
The Accountant l position earns a competitive pay of $ 49,172.72/year . We provide great benefits and perks , including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) . Additionally, we offer our employees an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers . If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply to join our team today !
ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURG Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.
Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation , exceptional PTO opportunities , and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives . We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ACCOUNTANT l As an Accountant l, you spend your day maintaining and balancing financial statements, reports, schedules, exhibits, and processes general journal entries. Your work typically is responsible for processing payments, cash, purchases, travels, and related vouchers. Your job is essential to the city, and you audit accounting and financial documents for accuracy and compliance. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city. This can include researching and reconciling discrepancies in accounts, bank statements, or appropriation balances. You Verify new hire and termination paperwork, employee timesheets, prints and distributes checks, assists to maintain reports and tracking data. You also assist in the City's employees' payroll entering garnishments, adjustments, bank information and transfer hours into payroll software. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed. The city needs someone like you with skills in finance and you finding genuine enjoyment in what you do!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ACCOUNTANT l Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or related field Requires two (2) years professional work experience with progressively responsible duties consistent with the essential job duties of the position. Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety. Are you someone who prefers analytical work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this Accountant l job!
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you feel that you have the right skills in math and bookkeeping, as well as general office equipment and computers to succeed as our Accountant l, apply now using our mobile-friendly application. Location: 78541
Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.
Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.
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