Accountant | City of Aurora

Under general direction, performs a variety of complex accounting functions.  Duties and responsibilities include:

• Prepares journal entries for posting to the general ledger
• Reconciles monthly bank statements to the general ledger
• Reviews and reconciles account balances where necessary
• Prepares and maintains various subsidiary schedules and reports
• Administers accounting for the City’s capital fixed assets
• Prepares schedules related to various City revenues and expenses
• Assists in the preparation of the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and assists auditors as needed
• Maintains schedules and reporting of various grants and federally funded programs
• Performs other duties as required or assigned as related to the position

Requires Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and must include a minimum 21 semester hours in accounting.  Must have knowledge of accounting principles and automated financial management systems.  Previous governmental accounting experience is preferred. 

This is a union position under AFSCME Local 3298. Starting hourly wage is $31.63/hour.  Excellent benefit package included.