Agenda - Council Work Session - 10/13/2015

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B. General Accounting 1. Perform accounting work including preparing financial reports as needed or requested, and assisting in budget preparations and other analysis 2. Enter journal entries 3. Coordinate and process any irregular payments 4. Assist with annual audit work papers C. Miscellaneous (other duties as assigned) 1. Generate information for budget preparation 2. Assist in preparation and updating of Finance Procedures Manual 3. Attend meetings and training sessions as needed or requested 4. Regular telephone and/or in-person contact with staff and vendors 5. Develop spreadsheet and/or database applications as necessary 6. Assist in computer system conversion, as needed 7. Utility billing—inquiries/billing 8. Special Assessments – maintaining PDS system information, fielding phone calls from public, work with Anoka County 9. Invoice renters monthly for utilities owed to the City 10. Handle all invoicing to escrows including erosion control deposits KNOWLEDGE, SHILLS AND ABILITIES: • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as defined by GASB • Knowledge of governmental accounting procedures as defined by the GFOA • Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others • Ability to manage complex projects and meet deadlines • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum Qualifications: • BS degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field or five years of closely related experience • Two years payroll experience • Two years experience in public sector finance or accounting, or two years experience auditing the public sector • Two years experience and/or training in the use of a computerized integrated financial accounting system • Experience and/or training in the use of spreadsheet, word processing and database software Accountant 11 Page 2 of 4