Accountant 2

Department: Economic Development Salary: $3,285.16 per month maximum How to Apply: Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application. Minimum Requirements:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Applicants with

knowledge of HUD’s policies and regulations are preferred. An equivalent combination of education and

experience may be substituted.

It is the policy of Allegheny

County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must

successfully pass background check and drug screening/medical examinations as

required for the position.

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Fiscal Manager of

the Operations Division, the Accountant 2 applies principles of accounting to

analyze financial information, prepares financial reports by compiling data,

and utilizes appropriate accounting control procedures as required. Duties:

Audits operating

agencies receiving funding through the Department

Prepares journal entries and reconciles general

ledger and subsidiary accounts; prepares monthly financial statements,

including distributing monthly revenue and expenditure reports to

departments

Compiles and analyzes financial information to

prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and documents

business transactions

Establishes, maintains, and coordinates the

implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures

Analyzes and reviews budgets and expenditures for

local, state, federal, and authority funding, contracts, and grants

Monitors grant revenues and expenditures,

ensuring data is recorded in the Department’s financial accounting system

Prepares and reviews budget, revenue, expense,

invoices, and other accounting documents

Analyzes revenue and expenditure trends and

recommends appropriate budget levels, and ensures expenditure control

Explains billing invoices and accounting policies

to staff, vendors, and clients

Resolves accounting discrepancies

Recommends, develops, and maintains financial

databases, computer software systems, and manual filing systems

Maintains County and departmental operating

procedures

Works as a team member with other Department

Divisions in order to achieve the Department’s objectives

Performs related duties/special assignments as

assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:
HUD’s policies and regulations

Principles of accounting

Ability to:
Use Microsoft Word,

Excel, Outlook, and QuickBooks, JD Edwards / Peoplesoft software programs

proficiently

Communicate effectively

both orally and in writing.

Maintain a positive

attitude

Demonstrate

persistence, determination, and flexibility when completing tasks

Demonstrate initiative

in undertaking new activities

Successfully meet all

divisional objectives in a timely fashion

Interact professionally

with supervisors, co-workers, and outside agencies

Adhere to

Department/County policies and procedures while working under minimal

supervision

Residency:Allegheny County within 1 year. Veterans’ Preference:
Will be awarded to eligible candidates.