ACCOUNTANT III
Recruitment # 24-126-0370
Date Opened 1/18/2024 08:00:00 AM
Closing Date 2/1/2024 11:59:00 PM
Salary Range $67,283.64-$117,746.37
Department HEALTH SERVICES
Job Type Open and Competitive
Full/Part-Time Full-Time
Benefits Full Benefits
Reg/Temp Regular
Go Back Apply View Benefits (https://www.loudoun.gov/5010/Employee-Benefits)
Introduction Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington DC, Loudoun County offers diverse cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.
The Loudoun Health Department envisions leading in fostering a community of health and wellness.
Job Description
The Loudoun County Department of Health seeks a talented and highly motivated individual to serve as an Accountant Ill.
Under the general direction of the designated supervisor, oversees complex financial programs. This position, depending on assignment, manages capital budget and expenses; handles additions, transfers, adjustments, and dispositions of fixed assets; assists accounting staff with questions or projects; performs various financial accounting activities; reconciles accounts; transfers funds; ensures financial system produces accurate results; creates financial reports; oversees state sales and use tax returns process; and assists in year-end and grant accounting.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Manages accounting of assigned funds. (Monitors budget revenue and expenditures to ensure proper accounting; prepares journal entries, accounting transactions, and reconciliations; monitors trial balance; and researches and resolves accounting or posting issues.)
Reviews financial documents. (Reviews financial documents for accuracy; reviews purchase orders, invoices, and requests for payment.)
Audits capital budget. (Completes and submits audits of the capital project accounts; coordinates resolution of budget adjustments or accounting issues.)
Completes research and analysis. (Completes research and analysis on strategic initiatives, policies, issues, procedures, programs, or trends.)
Assists with budget oversight. (Monitors budget activity; anticipates and addresses budget shortfalls.)
May perform other essential job functions specific to the position and department assignment.
Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; three (3) years of related work experience in professional level accounting, preferably in a government accounting setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
CPA, CPFO, and VGFOA certification and completion of GAAP courses preferred.
Post Conditional Offer Contingencies
Pass pre-employment criminal and credit background checks. Positions in public safety may require fingerprinting and polygraph examination.
Conclusion
Loudoun County Regular Full-time Employees are eligible for full benefits including but not limited to the following as a part of a total rewards package!
Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Annual leave
Sick leave
Annual Paid Holidays
Group Health Plan
Group Life Insurance
Exceptional Performance Recognition
Credit Union Membership
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education and Career Development
Click on a link below to apply for this position:
Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. If you have questions about how to apply online, you may contact us by phone at (703) 777-0213 or email us at [email protected]. EOE.