Staff Accountant at Town of Farragut in Farragut, TN

Summary: The Town of Farragut is known for its high standards and commitment to community service. They are seeking a full-time Staff Accountant to perform professional accounting work in accordance with GAAP and Town policies, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with regulations. Responsibilities: - Processes accounts payable, prepares and distributes payments, and maintains supporting documentation - Manages the Town’s Business License System and related compliance activities - Reconciles daily receipts and deposits to ensure accurate cash management and posting - Performs general ledger account reconciliations and investigates discrepancies - Records necessary monthly journal entries - Records daily ACH transactions from bank accounts - Maintains accurate financial records of revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities - Assists with month-end and year-end closing procedures - Assists in preparing financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation - Assists with budget preparation, monitoring, and basic financial analysis - Assists with grant accounting documentation and compliance tracking as assigned - Assists with preparation for the annual audit, including schedules, reconciliations, and documentation - Assists in maintaining internal control documentation and ensuring proper audit trails - Prepares required reports such as unclaimed property filings in accordance with state regulations - Provides backup support for payroll, receivables, and other finance functions as assigned - Maintains accounting records within the Town’s ERP/financial systems - Performs related work as required Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field required - 1–3 years of accounting experience; municipal or governmental accounting preferred - Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial recordkeeping, and reconciliation procedures - Ability to prepare and maintain accurate financial records, identify discrepancies, and follow established internal controls - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software/ERP systems required - Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills - Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with internal departments, vendors, and the public - Background Check Preferred Qualifications: - municipal or governmental accounting preferred Required Skills: Accounting principles, GAAP, GASB standards, Accounts payable processing, Business License System management, Cash management, General ledger reconciliation, Journal entries, ACH transaction processing, Financial recordkeeping, Month-end and year-end closing, Financial reporting, Budget preparation, Grant accounting, Audit preparation, Internal controls, Microsoft Excel, ERP financial systems, Time-management skills Benefits: 90% Town paid health coverage for employee and up to family plan, including a wellness program and multiple EAP plans., 100% Town paid Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and LTD, Optional STD, FSA, Additional Life for family, Hospital Insurance, Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance, 401k Retirement plan that includes a 6% Town contribution (no match required) and a matching program upon hire., Paid Time Off (Paid Holidays, Annual Leave and Sick Leave), Park and Recreation Discounts, Student Loan Repayment Options