Accountant II

An incumbent is responsible for advanced accounting activities in the analysis, maintenance, and reconciliation of financial accounts, records, and reports under the supervision of an administrative or accounting supervisor.

Work is typically performed independently with supervision from an administrative or technical supervisor. Assignments are varied in nature and are carried out in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and practices as well as any applicable State, federal, or local laws, rules, and regulations. Duties encompass advanced accounting functions as well as the maintenance and analysis of financial accounts, records, and reports. Incumbents are additionally accountable to State and/or federal auditors (depending on funding source).

Knowledge of principles and practices of complex accounting.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
Knowledge of State and Federal accounting system, budgetary process, and auditing procedures.
Skill in reconciliation and consolidation of ledgers and statements.
Ability to interpret and forecast budgets.
Ability to communicate effectively.

Associate degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of advanced accounting experience; or other equivalent combination of education and experience.