Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCP101: Accountant/Graduate Financial Accountant

Accountant/Graduate Financial Accountant

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP101
5
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
47,445.00 - 59,571.00 - 74,901.00 USD Annual
$22.81 - $28.64 - $36.01
$47,445.00 - $59,571.00 - $74,901.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accountant/Graduate Financial Accountant performs professional accounting duties within an assigned department, division, or fiscal program. Areas of responsibility may include funds, grants, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Duties include compiling, reviewing, monitoring, and reporting on specific budgets; analyzing and approving financial transactions; and preparing various financial reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Review and analyze accounting records and fiscal activities to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting, program, and legal requirements.
  • Review financial transactions to ensure proper cost centers are charged and expenditures and revenues align with the approved budget.
  • Initiate and approve journal entries in the general ledger; gather, verify, and analyze supporting documentation before approval.
  • Review and analyze appropriation and expenditure reports for transactional activity; verify funding and initiate line-item transfers as needed.
  • Perform grant accounting duties, including setting up grants in the financial system, monitoring expenditures for compliance, collecting operational and milestone data, requesting reimbursements, submitting required reports, maintaining fiscal records, balancing appropriations and expenditures, and closing out grants upon completion.
  • Review, analyze, and monitor budgets for departmental programs and projects; perform reconciliations, line-item transfers, journal entries, and purchasing activities; identify discrepancies and monitor financial activity.
  • Schedule and facilitate annual and quarterly budget review meetings for the assigned department.
  • Collaborate with auditors and respond to requests, including general ledger variances and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for departmental use.
  • Prepare various reports for submission to County departments and the Deputy County Manager, such as position listings, revenue graphs, appropriation and expenditure reports, and performance measures.
  • Analyze accounting and fiscal policies and procedures; recommend operational efficiencies and stronger internal controls.
  • May provide direct or lead supervision to lower-level clerical and technical staff.
  • Maintain a variety of electronic and hard copy files and documents.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential records, plans, documents, or decisions in accordance with applicable confidentiality requirements.


*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • One (1) years of work experience in accounting or finance.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION


SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Successfully complete a post-offer medical examination and background investigation.
  • Comply with all County safety guidelines.
  • Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license if required by assignment.
  • Complete FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Work is typically performed in an indoor office environment but may occasionally require travel to other locations.
  • Work environments may include exposure to noise, dust, and/or unpleasant odors and may occasionally involve working in confined spaces.
  • May require occasional evening, holiday, or weekend work.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer, telephone, copier, printer, scanner, and calculator.
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