Salary: $75,940.41 – $94,925.51 Annually
Location : Southlake, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2023-00567
Department: Finance & IT
Opening Date: 09/13/2023
Closing Date: 9/25/2023 10:00 PM Central
The Southlake Way
Do you have an eye for detail? Do you have experience reviewing and analyzing contracts for financial compliance? Do you enjoy taking the time to prepare an accurate budget and forecasting for longer term Capital Improvement Projects? If so, consider joining Team Southlake!
The City of Southlake is a place where we come together to enrich the quality of life for those who live, work, and play here. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering memorable experiences, world class services, and a thoughtfully planned, well-maintained City. The Southlake Way inspires us to respectfully deliver excellent services, creating positive and lasting impressions. Learn more about our values .
What You Will Be Doing
Senior Accountant Hiring Range$75,940.41 – $94,925.51
Senior Accountant Pay Plan $75,940.41 – $113,910.62
The Senior Accountant, Capital and Construction Projects will ensure accurate financial management and reporting for projects aimed at improving or maintaining public infrastructure and facilities. This position is responsible for performing complex and technical accounting reconciliations and reviews as well as functional supervision to various departments to ensure the accuracy of financial information, streamlined budgeting, efficient contract administration, and timely and accurate payment processing for contractors. Other duties include providing technical and administrative support to the CFO and Deputy Director of Finance.
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The Benefits of Working Here
- Competitive pay and exceptional medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement program () with City matching 2:1
- Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay
- City paid LTD, AD&D, and Life insurance
- Longevity Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Membership Discount (resident rate)
- Ongoing training
- City-provided certifications
- Employee Assistance Program
What You Bring To Us
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- A strong understanding of construction project lifecycles, contracts, and associated financial processes is required.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, analysis, and budget management is required.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders is required.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Texas Driver’s License.
Must be available to work evenings and weekends as necessary for City Council meetings, Board and Commission meetings, and other events.
The City offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular, full-time employees which includes: Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS); 457 Deferred Compensation Plans; Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Life Insurance; Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance; Long Term Disability Insurance; 10 days paid vacation; 10 days paid sick leave; 10 paid holidays, and one personal day.
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Briefly share your experience with the financial management of capital and construction projects.
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Do you have a bachelors degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field?
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