Finance And Accounting Specialist

At Hunter Hamilton, we have partnered with a leading accounting firm located in Edina, MN. We are seeking a Government Accountant Senior Associate who is eager to keep growing alongside a company that has driven decades of success. We believe our passion for providing insightful expertise for world-class clients begins with our positive team environment and phenomenal leadership that empowers our employees with professional development opportunities. Plug into the diverse team where we keep your success at the forefront, offering limitless benefits and advancement opportunities for you to thrive and become a part of our exciting future.

Government Accountant Senior Associate key responsibilities:

• Preparing and analyzing financial data for city management, state and county regulators and auditors

• Preparing and analysis of monthly and quarterly reports

• Lead and collaborate on the preparation of annual budget plan

• Maintain financial data, records and reports in accordance to guidelines, procedures and regulations

• Lead and support year-end audit preparation and financial statement preparation

• Lead and collaborate on long-term planning

• Maintain and improve existing reporting processes

• Consult and communicate with all levels of client leadership

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations

• Provide financial analysis on special projects and initiatives

The ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent work experience

• Understanding of governmental accounting or audit

• Understanding of accounting processes and policies

• 3+ years accounting/financial planning experience for a city, municipality, or state is required

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, various software applications and pertinent federal and state regulations

• Collaborative spirit

• Ability to embrace change

• Entrepreneurial mindset

This is a direct hire position with a full list of benefits that will be provided upon being hired by our client.

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