Accountant | City of Highland Park

IMRF pension eligible position. Expected hiring range $60,000 - $75,000 dependent on qualifications. Full salary range (Grade 10) $58,111 - $87,166.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Reconciles bank accounts and coordinates the monthly financial closing process.
• Maintains fixed asset records and equipment scedules. Prepares information for appraisal update and audit.
• Oversees and assists with Parking Permit Administration.
• Responsible for daily balancing.
• Reconciles liability accounts.
• Supports GASB 87 Lease Accounting and GASB 96 Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangements Accounting.
• Coordinates timely month-end and year-end closing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, utility billing and general ledger computer systems. Reconciles subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger on a monthly basis. Assists in the development and maintenance of accounting procedure manuals.
• Assists with the annual audit and confirmations, prepares work papers and required schedules and tables; reviews audit report and management comments and provides explanations and recommendations. Reviews and monitors all grant activity associated with annual audit.
• Establishes and maintains effective and efficient accounting controls as needed. Assists in the recommendation and implementation of improvements to policies and procedures related to accounting duties.
• Traces errors and records adjustments to correct accounts.
• Assists with internal audits on all accounts and records as directed.
• Coordinates special projects as needed.
• Performs other related job duties or responsibilities as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.