Description This position performs technical accounting duties in support of the city's financial operations. · Assists in the preparation of annual financial statements, the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, and the financial audit. · Manages and reconciles city bank accounts; reconciles cash receipts, credit card activity, investments, and interfund receivables and payables. · Posts journal entries. · Audits petty cash. · Reconciles and maintains fixed asset records for all city assets. · Prepares year-end work papers for a variety of accounts. · Processes purchase orders. · Maintains grant-related accounting information. · Reconciles confiscated asset funds and property evidence funds. · Performs related duties. Requirements · Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). · Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines. · Knowledge of auditing principles. · Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, city ordinances, and department policies and procedures. · Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. · Skill in problem solving. · Skill in prioritizing and planning. · Skill in interpersonal relations. · Skill in oral and written communication. · Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. · Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years’ experience or service. · Ability to be bonded.