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In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.\nThe Financial Accountant performs complex professional accounting and financial tasks within the Finance Department. Areas of responsibility include general ledger, enterprise funds, grants management, financial analysis, and approval of financial transactions. Prepares a variety of financial reports and statements. Uses a broad range of procedures to plan and determine solutions for non-routine problems and to meet assigned financial objectives.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nPerform complex accounting duties in areas such as general ledger, enterprise funds, grants, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and treasury. Maintain fiscal records, submit grant reports, reconcile expenditures, and close out grants.\nMay supervise professional, technical, or clerical staff; participate in hiring, provide training, conduct evaluations, and recommend corrective or disciplinary actions.\nConduct specialized training on assigned program areas such as grants management and expenditure categorization, including asset capitalization and project closeouts.\nPrepare annual financial statements for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial notes.\nReview and monitor departmental budgets and financial performance; conduct reconciliations, line-item transfers, and journal entries; identify and resolve discrepancies.\nMonitor projects for budget and financial status; coordinate with project managers; conduct year-end reviews and prepare financial resolutions for funding transfers or new allocations.\nPrepare, review, and monitor grant applications; maintain project files and process reimbursements and budget adjustments.\nRespond to auditor requests and provide documentation for general ledger variances and other financial inquiries.\nReview and analyze accounting records and fiscal activity to ensure compliance with accounting standards, legal requirements, and program guidelines.\nReview financial transactions for accuracy, proper cost center allocation, and budget compliance.\nCreate and post journal entries to the general ledger.\nSchedule and facilitate annual and quarterly budget review meetings for assigned departments.\nPrepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for submission to oversight agencies such as the Department of Finance and Administration; coordinate report development with internal departments.\nPrepare internal reports for the department, Budget Office, and Deputy County Manager, including position listings, revenue graphs, and appropriation/expenditure summaries.\nReconcile payroll-related financial data and process bank-to-bank transfers for payroll withholdings as needed. *The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.\nTwo (2) years of work experience in accounting or finance. *Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:\nSuccessful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination.\nAdherence to all County safety guidelines.\nComplete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.\nPossession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.\nComplete required supervisor training, if applicable. 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