Accountant

Job Description Job Description Job description We are looking for a qualified accountant that is self-motivated and wants to work for a great team that encourages open dialogue and idea sharing. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll and conducting other tasks related to finance.

They should be excellent at recording data and can produce clear financial reports. Responsibilities Management of a client from the inception and onboarding process to all aspects of financial management of the client. The accountant will guarantee accuracy and best practices including preparation of accounts and files to be submitted to audit or preparation of end-of-year financial reports.

This includes verifying with clerical staff that perform certain duties and functions. Duties · Preparation of monthly Bookkeeper reports. · Maintains all financial reporting for all fund accounts including General Operating Funds, Capital Projects Funds and Debt Service Accounts. Reconcile accounts as required. · Documents financial transactions for A/R and A/P by entering account information. · Summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing reports as required by client and insuring adequate funding. · Substantiates financial transactions by proofing documents. · Maintains bond schedules as required and makes bond payments. · Maintains investment report records as required and maintains competence with the requirements of the public funds investment act as it applies to duties performed. · Maintains accounting controls by helping prepare and recommend policies and procedures and strictly adhering to those controls. · Guides bookkeeping clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions. · Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account data. · Prepares payments by verifying documentation and preparing disbursements. · Complies with TCEQ and other regulatory financial requirements for fund accounting and reviews and stays current on new rules, regulations and practices, · Preparing special financial reports as required by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information and trends. · Maintains client confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. · Contributes to team effort by collaborating on preparation of Artesian process and procedures and shares information and best practices with other staff.

Qualifications Degree in Accounting or related field 3 years of experience in related field Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and QuickBooks Strong organizational and analytical skills Detail oriented Ideal extras 5 years of work experience with QuickBooks Experience with governmental fund accounting. Company Description Artesian is a full-service bookkeeping firm that specializes in providing services to Texas Special Districts such as Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) and more. We are the financial custodians of these governmental entities, managing all financial activities including major construction projects, debt service accounts to pay off Municipal Bonds and billings for Water Plants and other major facilities.

Company Description Artesian is a full-service bookkeeping firm that specializes in providing services to Texas Special Districts such as Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) and more. We are the financial custodians of these governmental entities, managing all financial activities including major construction projects, debt service accounts to pay off Municipal Bonds and billings for Water Plants and other major facilities.