ACA/ Senior Accountant

SALARY:62,014

SECTION I - JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

Senior Accountant for Auditor's Office, under the direction of the County Auditor. Provides financial oversight primarily related to the Tax Office and Elections Dept. Advises County Auditor on all phases of administration, management, policy and county operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Be involved in management of the county's general ledger, and the preparation of financial reporting for Tax Office, Elections Dept., Worker Compensation and Health Trust(s), and Payroll and General Claims. Will aid departments in improving financial reporting. Familiar with budget preparation as well as governmental accounting standards (GASB). Primary staff member to assist County Auditor and 1st Assistant Auditor in the preparation of the County's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Other duties as assigned.

SECTION II-JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or closely related field; minimum of 3 years accounting experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy; ability to effectively respond to questions and complaints; good working knowledge of general office administration, proper application of grammar skills, and ability to communicate effectively; ability to work independent of direct daily supervision; ability to understand state and federal laws, rules and regulations as they apply to County Government; must be able to extract and interpret financial data, develop and follow procedures that comply with laws, regulations, and County objectives; skills in the operation of a personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to adjust rapidly to fluctuating situations, and multiple simultaneous projects; ability to organize work, set priorities, meets critical deadlines, and follows up assignments with minimum direction; ability to work in compliance with departmental policies and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, governmental representatives, constituents, outside agencies, and the general public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.

SECTION III-JOB DIMENSIONS

CONTACTS

Use tact when dealing with Elected/Appointed Officials, Division/Department Heads, County employees, and the public regarding departmental operating issues.

External Contacts: Contact with other governmental agencies, outside organizations, and the general public. Communication is primarily through telephone/ mail.

Internal Contacts: Constant contact with Elected/Appointed Officials, Division/Department Heads, co-workers and other County employees. Communicating is primarily face-to-face, via telephone, and through written communication.

RESPONSIBILITY

Job has a critical impact on the Auditor's Department operations and public image. Primary responsibility is to the County Auditor. Job responsibilities include handling of confidential information and/or documents relative to the County and must maintain high ethical standards at all times.

WORKING CONDITION

Working conditions are primarily in an office environment, some limited In-County travel; will be required to follow Inter-departmental Policy and dress code.

This is not a Civil Service covered position.

Benefits: Cameron County Offers Excellent Fringe Benefits, Including: Health and Life Insurance Protection, Sick and Annual Leave, Retirement System, and Paid Holidays. Cameron County has a mandatory direct deposit payroll program.