Senior Accountant

Job Description:

  • Prepares and supervises the preparation of finance statements for Authority programs on a monthly, semi-annual and annual basis.
  • Prepares project cost development reports.
  • Summarizes payroll and prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports of taxes and Workers’ Compensation.
  • Conducts internal audits, analyzes and updates general ledger accounts and balances.
  • Checks bank reconciliation statements.
  • Establishes and maintains accounting systems in accordance with Housing and Urban Development (HUD), California Housing Finance Agency (CHFA) and Trust Indenture requirements.
  • Supervises Accountants and clerical staff in the performance of required duties.
  • May establish new and/or modify existing accounting systems.
  • Participates in a wide variety of assignments including the annual set up and maintenance of accounting books, the classification of transactions, trail balance, closing and end of period adjustments.
  • May prepare and assist in the preparation of required local and federal financial statements and reports.
  • Closes general ledgers and takes trial balances.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned for training purposes or to meet technological changes or emergencies.

Ability To:

  • Prepare, analyze, verify, evaluate, interpret, and assemble data, including financial documents, statements, and reports and make sound recommendations.
  • Perform independent research and analysis on assigned studies.
  • Relate to and effectively work with Authority management and development staff, subordinate, co-workers, and others in the performance of assigned duties.
  • Make sound accounting decisions within established guidelines and know limits of discretion.
  • Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports.
  • Meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
  • Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
  • Adapt to various work assignments.
  • Maintain records and reports as required.
  • Plan and conduct internal audits of accounting records.
  • Prepare complex financial statements and reports.
  • Plan and supervise the work of accountants and clerical accounting personnel.

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