Senior Accountant, Town of Surfside Beach
Performs bank reconciliations and the monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. Daily review and posting of all ACH deposits. Assists with all other deposits and postings as needed. Oversees fixed assets, posting disposals, acquisitions as well as quarterly and annual depreciation. Maintain project and grant documentation. Assist with debt issuances and maintain debt schedules. Assist with monthly Town Council reports. Performs daily and monthly journal entries. Assist in the preparation of the annual budget for all fund accounts
Prepares information for the annual audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Prepares annual reports to the state and other entities. Assist Human Resources with payroll functions including but not limited to payroll for employees bi-weekly; bi-weekly and quarterly reporting for federal taxes, state taxes, retirement, and unemployment. Assist Human Resources with annual worker’s compensation audit. Back-up for issuance of business licenses by the Town and provide coverage for front desk customer service. Assists other finance personnel with accounting issues.
Maintain Finance web page. Back-up for accounts payable. Other duties may be assigned or required.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university in accounting or business. A minimum of 5-years’ experience in accounting. Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) desired but not required. Ability to perform accounting calculations; estimating revenue and expenditures; perform spreadsheet analysis
Computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, department-related software, internet and email. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to read and interpret correspondence, ordinance, resolution and proclamation documents. Ability to work effectively with public, employees, and other agencies and departments. Must have ability to exercise independent judgment within limits of the position and perform a variety of tasks simultaneously or in rapid succession. Must possess and maintain a vail South Carolina driver’s license.
Please visit the Town's website at https://www.surfsidebeach.org/Jobs.aspx for more details and to apply online.