Assistant City Treasurer in Mountain Home, Idaho at Mountain Home, City of (ID)

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED; and

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or six years’ experience in the performance of government accounting work is preferred;

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Performs responsible accounting, clerical, and administrative support work in the Finance Department under the direction of the City Treasurer including, but not limited to: ensuring financial records are accurate, budget preparation and presentation, economic reporting and projections, general ledger work, assist in asset management, and assist in recording and processing accounts payable ACH and check payments; and performs other work as required.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of accounting, fund management, and municipal finance

• Budgeting methods, fund accounting, and cost control management

• Principles and practices of accounts payable/receivable and other general bookkeeping procedures

• Standard practices and procedures for receiving and receipting funds

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel

Ability to:

• Prepare accurate and reliable reports containing financial and accounting requirements and recommendations

• Maintain detailed and accurate financial logs, records, and reports

• Analyze accounting data for control and reporting purposes

• Multi-task and assist other administrative staff as needed

• Make sound and reasonable decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations, and established procedures