Accountant I at City of Chesapeake Human Resources – Virginia, Illinois

$60,143 – $89,462.75
(salary is based on experience and qualifications)

Are you a self-starter that takes initiative and is resourceful in developing and implementing new ideas? Are you mission-driven, have a passion for the City’s vision and possess an understanding of public service values and professional integrity? Do you value partnership and thrive in a fast-paced, small office environment that values teamwork?

If so, we want to hear from you!

Thank you for your interest in a career with the City of Chesapeake! We are an exceptional place to live, learn, work, farm and play.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree
in accounting or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Depending on department operational requirements, may require valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Prior work experience with PeopleSoft . Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and intermediate knowledge of Word.

Knowledge of governmental accounting and procurement processes.