Senior Accountant, James Island Public Service District
Ensure financial data accuracy through bank reconciliations, budgetary review, and journal entries of general ledger accounts ensuring compliance with GAAP. Ensure timely completion and processing of the annual audit & financial statements, tax and grants reporting, and Freedom of Information requests.
Assists with compiling the annual budget, purchase order processing and compliance, and administration of the full life cycle of capital assets. Capital asset responsibilities include maintaining asset records, processing online auction sales, liability insurance renewals, processing license plates, and filing of insurance claims. Conduct monthly reconciliations of active and retiree insurance accounts with the Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA) and the South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS), ensuring accuracy and timely submission of corresponding payments.
Accurately record payroll transactions in the general ledger, ensuring proper financial reporting and reconciliation. Develop proficiency in processing biweekly payroll within six (6) months of employment as a reliable back up when needed. Review, validate, and process payments for biweekly, quarterly, and annual Federal and State tax reporting, including but not limited to SUTA, FUTA, and South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (SC DEW) tax obligations. Other duties as assigned by the District.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting. At least seven years of general ledger experience. Must have valid SC driver’s license. May require evenings and weekends as needed to meet deadlines.
Strong knowledge of general ledger reconciliations. Proficient in troubleshooting payroll, and accounts payable. High proficiency in Microsoft Office products with advanced proficiency in Excel. Strong time management skills prioritizing competing deadlines. Excellent problem-solving skills using input from others, historical records, online research, and professional judgement. Ability to interact and collaborate with a variety of professional backgrounds. Takes ownership of individual responsibilities. Resourceful in resolving problems to ensure deadlines are met.
Please visit the James Island Public Service District's website for more details and to apply online at www.jipsd.org.
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