Financial Accountant III

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for performing advanced professional level accounting work involving the research and analysis of financial transactions and the reporting of municipal finances. In addition, this position provides technical guidance to City departments and Finance Department professional staff regarding the application and interpretation of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. May exercise functional or technical supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

100 W Houston San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares and reviews the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the City's Financial and Compliance Reports on Federal and State Grants (Single Audit Reports).
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and budgetary reports to include performing variance analysis on those reports.
• Informs management on matters of importance that could impact the quality of work and compliance with GAAP as well as City policies and procedures.
• Prepares and assists internal and external auditors in the preparation of Prepared By Client (PBC) requirements for the annual audit.
• Reviews and interprets financial transactions and events for external departments in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Analyzes new pronouncements issued by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), proposes accounting system recommendations to management and implements approved policies and procedures as needed.
• Consults with and advises other City departments on recording transactions and fiscal record and instructs employees on technical accounting problems and the interpretation and application of rules, regulations and accounting problems to ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB and other regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates continuous efforts to work cooperatively and successfully and effectively communicate in a team environment to provide quality seamless customer service.
• Recognizes, resolves and responds to issues based on the application of previous experience and use of appropriate judgment.
• Acts as a liaison for the Finance Department and other City Departments.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible accounting experience.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of accounting including GAAP guidelines and GASB pronouncements.
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems and software.
• Knowledge of City and departmental policies, procedures and administrative systems.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, policies and regulations relating to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Knowledge on performance of variance analysis.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of financial accounting.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to create and use computer spreadsheets and graphical presentations.
• Ability to prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and prepare complex financial and accounting documents, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate projects, set priorities, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to perform all the physical with or without accommodations, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position, including decision making.