ACCOUNTANT I/II - GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR

Salary $61,412.
00 - $106,450.
00 Annually Location Sierra Vista, AZ Job Type FULL-TIME Job Number 1 11 24 REQ 1290 Department FINANCE Opening Date 01/11/2024 Closing Date 1/28/2024 12:00 AM Arizona DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS DRUG FREE WORKPLACE Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Sierra Vista's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol.
These policies have not been altered by the passage of proposition 207.
The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy.
All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity.
The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
Definition & Essential Functions The salary range indicated is the minimum and maximum for the position.
Appointment can be made above the minimum depending upon qualifications, but is anticipated to be between the minimum and mid-range and no offer will be made beyond mid-range.
Accountant I - $61,412 - $95,801* Accountant II - $70,969 - $106,450* *Per City policies and procedures: Rule 4 Section 5: Application of Rates.
Full-time employees under the classified compensation plan will be paid in accordance with their position's pay grade.
New full-time employees will start at the minimum pay rate in the appropriate grade unless it is determined that qualified applicants are not available at the minimum pay, that an applicant has qualifications or relevant experience that significantly exceeds the minimum qualifications that justify a higher starting pay or if the posted job has been vacant and unfillable for a substantial period of time and deemed hard to fill.
Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Grant Administrator/Senior Accountant oversees the City’s grants and performs professional accounting duties.
Will work with department heads, commissions, city staff, and grantors.
FLSA status: Exempt.
Essential functions included in the job description may include tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.
The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
Tasks Supervises, monitors and coordinates city wide administration of federal, state and/or local grant monies in accordance with applicable standards, regulations and guidelines.
Works with Department Heads, Commissions and other City staff to identify grant projects, descriptions, estimates, costs and determine scheduling.
Coordinates, attends, and participates in City and other governmental meetings related to grant needs and applications.
May address governing bodies including the City Council, local councils of government, state and federal officials.
Works cooperatively and maintains liaison with governmental officials and agencies at the municipal, county, state, and federal levels.
Supervises, coordinates and/or assists departments in preparation of requests for proposals and contracts relative to grants, in compliance with the City of Sierra Vista’s Procurement Code and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Reviews grant proposals and applications prepared by other City divisions for completeness, accuracy, and timeliness prior to submittal to the City Manager for approval.
Directs and supervises the auditing, monitoring and scheduling of grant reports of various departments.
Prepares financial and statistical reports for departments and management; maintains or assists in maintaining set of accounts, including subsidiary, general ledger, budgetary, and control accounts; records monthly entries and adjustments; assists in month-end and year-end closings; prepares reports relating to account status; ensures that bids are properly audited for compliance with City procedures and legal regulations; performs reconciliations.
Prepares the annual SEFA.
Reviews monthly bank reconciliations.
Coordinates financial activities for City departments, including revenue, accounting, reporting, and financial systems control; assists departments in preparing and submitting budget requests; prepares monthly grant reports for reimbursement; coordinates financial accounting information with outside agencies; performs internal audits to ensure that the City is following sound procedures.
Fulfills City’s fiduciary responsibilities for outside agencies the City is the fiscal agent for.
Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics Knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
Accounting transaction practices and procedures and related federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
State and federal laws, rules, and regulations regulating municipal finances.
The availability of grants, grant applications, grant proposals and administration processes and procedures.
The administration, principles and techniques of governmental budgeting, budgetary control, governmental accounting, monitoring and auditing.
Fund raising principles and practices.
Skill in: Reviewing and analyzing a variety of financial records and reports necessary to document the receipt, allocation, and distribution of funds in a government setting.
Coordinating and reviewing work activities of other department staff.
Analyzing financial systems, procedures, and controls.
Administering grants and special projects.
The ability to meet deadlines.
Comprehending and making inferences from written material.
Interpreting federal, state, and local government laws and regulations regarding grant contracts and administration.
Communicating effectively, orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of staff, other governmental representatives, and the public.
Operating a variety of office equipment.
Qualifications Qualifications: Accountant I: Accountant I - $61,412 - $95,801 Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
2 years professional accounting experience.
Accountant II: Accountant II - $70,969 - $106,450 Masters degree with major course work in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
Two (2) years professional accounting experience OR a CPA in the State of Arizona or related professional certification.
*Degree must be from an institution accredited as recognized by the U.
S Department of Education as indicated in the Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetic information.
The City of Sierra Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all employment activities.
The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Requests for reasonable accommodation during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human Resources Department.
Agency City of Sierra Vista Address 1011 N.
Coronado Drive Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635 Phone 520-417-4411 520-439-2151 Website https://www.
sierravistaaz.
gov DRUG FREE WORKPLACE Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Sierra Vista's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol.
These policies have not been altered by the passage of proposition 207.
The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy.
All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity.
The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
Definition & Essential Functions The salary range indicated is the minimum and maximum for the position.
Appointment can be made above the minimum depending upon qualifications, but is anticipated to be between the minimum and mid-range and no offer will be made beyond mid-range.
Accountant I - $61,412 - $95,801* Accountant II - $70,969 - $106,450* *Per City policies and procedures: Rule 4 Section 5: Application of Rates.
Full-time employees under the classified compensation plan will be paid in accordance with their position's pay grade.
New full-time employees will start at the minimum pay rate in the appropriate grade unless it is determined that qualified applicants are not available at the minimum pay, that an applicant has qualifications or relevant experience that significantly exceeds the minimum qualifications that justify a higher starting pay or if the posted job has been vacant and unfillable for a substantial period of time and deemed hard to fill.
Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Grant Administrator/Senior Accountant oversees the City’s grants and performs professional accounting duties.
Will work with department heads, commissions, city staff, and grantors.
FLSA status: Exempt.
Essential functions included in the job description may include tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.
The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
Tasks Supervises, monitors and coordinates city wide administration of federal, state and/or local grant monies in accordance with applicable standards, regulations and guidelines.
Works with Department Heads, Commissions and other City staff to identify grant projects, descriptions, estimates, costs and determine scheduling.
Coordinates, attends, and participates in City and other governmental meetings related to grant needs and applications.
May address governing bodies including the City Council, local councils of government, state and federal officials.
Works cooperatively and maintains liaison with governmental officials and agencies at the municipal, county, state, and federal levels.
Supervises, coordinates and/or assists departments in preparation of requests for proposals and contracts relative to grants, in compliance with the City of Sierra Vista’s Procurement Code and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Reviews grant proposals and applications prepared by other City divisions for completeness, accuracy, and timeliness prior to submittal to the City Manager for approval.
Directs and supervises the auditing, monitoring and scheduling of grant reports of various departments.
Prepares financial and statistical reports for departments and management; maintains or assists in maintaining set of accounts, including subsidiary, general ledger, budgetary, and control accounts; records monthly entries and adjustments; assists in month-end and year-end closings; prepares reports relating to account status; ensures that bids are properly audited for compliance with City procedures and legal regulations; performs reconciliations.
Prepares the annual SEFA.
Reviews monthly bank reconciliations.
Coordinates financial activities for City departments, including revenue, accounting, reporting, and financial systems control; assists departments in preparing and submitting budget requests; prepares monthly grant reports for reimbursement; coordinates financial accounting information with outside agencies; performs internal audits to ensure that the City is following sound procedures.
Fulfills City’s fiduciary responsibilities for outside agencies the City is the fiscal agent for.
Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics Knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
Accounting transaction practices and procedures and related federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
State and federal laws, rules, and regulations regulating municipal finances.
The availability of grants, grant applications, grant proposals and administration processes and procedures.
The administration, principles and techniques of governmental budgeting, budgetary control, governmental accounting, monitoring and auditing.
Fund raising principles and practices.
Skill in: Reviewing and analyzing a variety of financial records and reports necessary to document the receipt, allocation, and distribution of funds in a government setting.
Coordinating and reviewing work activities of other department staff.
Analyzing financial systems, procedures, and controls.
Administering grants and special projects.
The ability to meet deadlines.
Comprehending and making inferences from written material.
Interpreting federal, state, and local government laws and regulations regarding grant contracts and administration.
Communicating effectively, orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of staff, other governmental representatives, and the public.
Operating a variety of office equipment.
Qualifications Qualifications: Accountant I: Accountant I - $61,412 - $95,801 Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
2 years professional accounting experience.
Accountant II: Accountant II - $70,969 - $106,450 Masters degree with major course work in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
Two (2) years professional accounting experience OR a CPA in the State of Arizona or related professional certification.
*Degree must be from an institution accredited as recognized by the U.
S Department of Education as indicated in the Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetic information.
The City of Sierra Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all employment activities.
The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Requests for reasonable accommodation during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human Resources Department.
The City of Sierra Vista offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes but is not limited to: Medical Insurance City pays 100% of the health plan premium for employees.
Dental Insurance City pays 100% of the dental plan premium for employees.
Short-Term Disability City pays 100% of the short-term disability plan premium for employees.
Life Insurance City provides $50,000 in term life insurance with up to $250,000 in additional insurance available for purchase by the employee.
Other Benefits City offers vision insurance, AFLAC, Legal Shield, education assistance, and health club membership discount.
Retirement City of Sierra Vista participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS); a defined benefit plan.
Mandatory employee contribution rate is currently 12.
41%.
Police and Fire personnel participate in the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS).
Mandatory employee contribution rate range is currently 7.
65% - 11.
65% depending on eligible tier with PSPRS.
All employees are eligible to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation plan.
Vacation Employees earn twelve vacation days per year, available for use after six months, with increases to accrual rates in five-year service increments.
Additional Time Off/Sick Leave Employees earn twelve paid sick days per year for use after one month.
Holidays Employees are provided twelve paid holidays per year.
Agency City of Sierra Vista Address 1011 N.
Coronado Drive Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635 Phone 520-417-4411 520-439-2151