Accountant Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/boiseid/jobs/newprint/4855181) Apply  Accountant Salary $54,500.00 - $65,000.00 Annually Location Boise City Hall, ID Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number 23 -07078 Department Finance & Administration Division Financial Support Services Opening Date 03/04/2025 Closing Date 3/18/2025 12:00 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Summary Statement Accountant performs professional accounting duties, including preparing, analyzing and reconciling complex transactions, statements and reports. Work requires professional judgment, adhering to established policies, procedures, and accounting standards. This position works under limited supervision. Essential Functions + Performs professional-level accounting duties, including maintaining accuracy of ledgers, reconciling accounts, analyzing discrepancies and preparing financial reports to support city-wide operations. + Prepares, reviews and analyzes financial data, including payroll adjustments, contracts and reports, to ensure accuracy, compliance and financial impact. Contributes to the annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR), month-end close, year-end close and audit preparations. + Oversees fixed asset accounting, including processing additions, transfers, retirements and reconciling capital asset records with the general ledger. + Manages grant accounting functions, including reimbursement requests, drawdowns, performance reporting and tracking multiple funding sources. + Develops, monitors and implements financial policies, procedures and internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure accurate financial reports and improve operational efficiency. + Provides technical support for financial system upgrades, implementations and optimizations, while serving as a resource for departmental users on accounting principles and procedures. + Serves as a backup for other accounting functions and participates in special projects or cross-departmental initiatives, as assigned. + Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field and three years of increasingly responsible professional-level accounting or governmental accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge of: + federal, state and local financial regulations relating to public agencies + Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements + accounting and financial practices as it relates to public agencies + methods and techniques of coding, verifying, balancing and reconciling accounting records + computer usage including related software + ERP systems. Ability to: + apply accounting principles in resolving problems + accurately perform complex mathematical calculations, prepare detailed financial reports + research and analyze financial data + reconcile complex high volume accounts + operate a computer with demonstrated proficiency using accounting, database, word processing, and spreadsheet software applications at an appropriate level for efficient job performance + maintain detail and accuracy; receive, comprehend and follow instructions + work within time constraints and deadlines + exercise good judgement; establish priorities and organize individual workload + communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance + perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation. Special Requirements Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Credit History Check Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is rarely pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds. The noise level is rarely moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision. Employees will sit, stand, walk, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans. Healthcare: + ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family + Low-cost dental and vision options. + Post-employment health savings account. Retirement and Investment Plans: + PERSI retirement benefits + 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match. + 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match WellBeing Program: + Up to $500 cash per year for participants. + Alternative transportation incentives. Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave: + 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City + 12 paid holidays every year + 8 hours of sick leave per month + 10 weeks Parental Leave Life & Long Term Disability: + Basic Life insurance at no cost to you + Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you Other optional benefits: + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts + Supplemental Life Insurance + Supplemental Disability Insurance + Tuition reimbursement + Free local bus pass + Corporate discount programs + AFLAC + Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues. Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org