General Ledger Accountant

Description Under direction performs work of considerable difficulty in coordinating and completing various administrative responsibilities within an assigned service or program area; The person in this position will provide support to the accounting functions to ensure timely processing of financial data for the City of Toledo. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Coordinates a variety of administrative activities related to assigned service or program area, such as accounting journal entries, financial statement preparation, bank reconciliations, grant research, employee relations, management relations, or accounts receivable. Researches, complies and analyzes information related to assigned areas. Works with divisions to analyze and resolve account reconciliation issues. Submits recommendations for program improvements and enhancements. Prepares reports, correspondences, and related materials to document work. Assists with budget preparation and budget monitoring of assigned function area. Assists administration with carrying out the responsibilities of the department/division. Manages finance processes in SAP. Obtains information on parcel numbers, property descriptions for fixed asset system. Answers telephone calls about journal entries and/or directs such inquiries to knowledgeable persons. Performs a wide range of computer reconciliation, cost accounting, typing, filing and clerical work in conjunction with overall Accounts Division functions. Works with SAP consultants on restorations and enhancements. Performs SAP configuration for finance functions. Creates reports from SAP databases. Prepares correspondence to customers as needed. Identifies, researches, system defects and follows through ticket items to resolution. Provides subject matter expertise using best practices to the entire DFI SAP system operation in order to assist with problem solving. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of Applicable codes laws and regulations associated with governmental accounting. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Investigation and effective training techniques. City's organizational structure and operations. Technical subject matter utilized in the Accounts Division. Governmental accounting principles, practices and procedures. Computer software. Programs and objectives of the department/division. Rules, regulations, laws, policies and procedures governing activities of the section. Investigative and research methods and techniques. Skill in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat. working on improvements and enhancements to processes. Strong database and spreadsheet experience. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Excellent writing skills. Commitment to excellent customer service. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Aptitude for defining and solving problems, collecting data, establishing facts, drawing valid conclusions using effective judgment, and analytical skills. Works independently, under pressure, to achieve goals and to create a supportive work environment using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines. Ability to Operate office equipment. Be self‑motivated and innovative. Have an eye for detail while keeping the "big picture" in perspective. Forecast requirements and control expenditures within budgeting guidelines. Work courteously and effectively with clients concerning controversial issues. Deal with many variables, define and solve problems, collect, analyze and interpret data, establish facts and determine specific action, evaluate and improve process and/or program efficiency / effectiveness. Effectively plan, organize, schedule and prioritize work assignments and tasks. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, governmental officials, business owners and the general public. Communicate effectively, both in oral and written form. REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Four (4) years of governmental fund accounting experience or financial accounting experience, preferably in the public sector. Five (5) years of experience using ERP system software; preferably in SAP. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance may be substituted for one (1) year of governmental fund accounting experience. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS Certified Public Accountant. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In this position, the employee will frequently sit with occasional walking and standing. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is continuously indoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. BENEFITS The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees. Health Insurance : The City of Toledo is a self‑funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi‑tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services. Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee's selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee's bargaining unit. Monthly co‑premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code. Group Life Insurance : City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code. Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan : The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio. OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee's annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary. For more information about OPERS, visit Deferred Compensation & 401(K) : The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre‑tax dollars through salary deferral. Contributions and any earnings are tax‑deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels. For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation, visit 401(k) : The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre‑tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k). Under the 401(k) plan, an employee's retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee's paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee's behalf. (Contributions are tax‐deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre‑tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations. Roth 401(k) : The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post‑tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan. Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee's retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee's paycheck on a post‑tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post‑tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service. Class Code: (7262) Administrative Analyst 3 #J-18808-Ljbffr