General Description
Looking for a challenging position that will put your accounting skills to use? Bring your expertise to Green Bay Water! We're seeking a knowledgeable accountant who will work with aspects of general ledger management, payroll processing, and financial reporting.
Apply today!
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.
m.
- 4:30 p.
m.
, plus additional hours as required.
Summer work schedule from Memorial Day through Labor Day is Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.
m.
- 5:00 p.
m.
and Friday 7:30 a.
m.
- 11:30 a.
m.
, plus additional hours as required.
No residency requirement.
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At the City of Green Bay we strive to foster an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
We welcome LGBTQ+, women, and minority candidates to apply.
Examples of Duties
Maintains Green Bay Water Utility fixed asset ledgers.
Maintains general ledger including responsibility for journal entries.
Reconciles general ledger postings and makes adjusting entries as needed.
Processes Green Bay Water Utility payroll, including all required reports.
Provides payroll-related information and responds to general payroll-related inquiries.
Aids the Business Manager with budget preparation and financial reporting as required.
Prepares necessary work papers for the annual audit.
Prepares required information for inclusion in the annual PSC report.
Researches and prepares special reports as requested.
Assists in preparation of necessary schedules for rate reviews with the Public Service Commission (PSC).
Prepares various reports for Water Commission meetings.
Trains staff in payroll functions as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Requires Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Minimum of three years accounting experience required.
Experience in governmental (fund) accounting, budgeting, and public utility highly desirable.
A combination of equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and procedures and of governmental accounting.
Considerable knowledge of automated financial systems.
Considerable knowledge of payroll preparation.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures affecting payroll and retirement programs.
Knowledge of rules and regulations of the PSC relative to accounting and billing.
Considerable skill in the application of general principles and practices in accounting methods.
Considerable skill in preparing accounting statements and reports.
Considerable skill in utilizing spreadsheet applications.
Considerable skill and ability to apply automated information systems concepts, budgeting, and finance principles to practical application.
Ability to proficiently utilize a computer and the required software, including Microsoft Office, general ledger, and utility billing software programs.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Ability to work the required hours of the position.
May be required to demonstrate minimum competency by successfully passing approved tests.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform the following activities:
Lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds.
Frequent sitting.
Ability to focus on projects for long period of time.
Ability to reach, stoop and lift on a frequent basis.
The above is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
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