Sr. Accountant

Job Purpose/Summary

Under the general direction of the Deputy Finance Director, performs a full range of complex, professional accounting and financial analysis in the preparation and maintenance of the City's financial records, reports and systems; provides a basis for sound operational and financial planning through financial review, analysis, monitoring, reconciliation and maintenance of assigned financial accounts, programs and activities; and performs related duties as assigned.

The City of Banning is located in the San Gorgonio Pass area of Southern California. The community of over 30,000 people is diverse with income levels slightly lower than other areas of Riverside County. However, growth and development is occurring rapidly, which will create new jobs, increase the population and raise income levels. Our employees are the most important asset in preserving our Proud History, Creating a Prosperous Tomorrow, and in responding to the community’s needs.

The City provides competitive salaries, outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities.

The City of Banning promotes and supports a high quality of life that ensures a safe and friendly environment, fosters new opportunities and provides responsible, fair treatment to all and is the pride of its citizens.

• Respectful
• Enthusiastic
• Accountable
• Dedication
• Yes Minded

• Leadership:Contributes to a positive work culture consistent with the City of Banning Leadership Philosophy, actively welcomes new approaches to public service and supports change and process improvements at all levels within the organization.
• Teamwork:Demonstrates ability and willingness to work collaboratively with a team.
• Communication:Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and individuals to who service is provided.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Performs complex and technical accounting work in the maintenance and analysis of records of revenues, expenditures and special program/project funds; prepares analyses, schedules, summaries, journal entries and reconciliations to produce accurate periodic financial reports in accordance with GAAP.
• Performs warrant review activities; ensures proper accounting for purchase requisitions, invoices, claims, fixed assets and sales tax accruals.
• Performs grant financial administration, monitoring, and reporting; coordinates with other department program managers and the grant manager to gather grant information, update grant records, research information, and provide financial data to aid program managers in managing their grants. Prepares the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) for annual Single Audit.
• Serves as liaison with accounting and fiscal personnel from other departments by responding to questions and issues; monitors department’s budgets and expenditures.
• Participates in the development of the City’s annual comprehensive budget; ensures that the development of the City’s annual budget adheres to established accounting procedures.
• Reconciles a variety of financial ledgers and records; participate in the compilation and preparation of financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedules; researches and resolves discrepancies.
• Prepares a variety of financial statistical reports related to various City accounts, fixed assets and spending practices; conducts month and year end closing duties.
• Reviews and reconciles monthly bank statements and cash receipts to the general ledger. Maintains a variety of City accounts including subsidiary accounts, investment accounts and grant accounts; prepare cash transfers and loans between funds and accounts; ensures all activities are in compliance with accounting principles and standards
• Maintains a…