Finance Associate at City of Webster Groves — NeverHard

Description About Us The City of Webster Groves is a municipality, and suburb of Saint Louis, that strives to provide residents, businesses, organizations, and visitors with exemplary, fiscally sound, and responsive services to enrich and strengthen our community and our natural environment. We value People; Excellence in Service; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Creativity; Sustainability and Leadership. Our strategic goal areas are: Provide Excellence in Service Achieve Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cultivate a Diverse Housing Stock Ensure Long-term Fiscal Integrity Strengthen Economic Development Adopt Sustainable Practices If you are looking to make an impact in a thriving community, are dedicated to contributing to the greater good, and are seeking a fulfilling career in public service - apply at The City of Webster Groves today! Job Title Finance Associate The Team The City of Webster Groves Finance team takes pride in executing the traditional functions of Finance while providing excellent customer service. These Finance functions include: Accounting & Audit Budgeting Record Keeping Financial Reporting Account Reconciliations Why Join Us? We offer unparalleled benefits to connect your professional goals with your personal goals. Paid Time Off – Vacation Leave & Sick Leave Paid Holidays/Personal Day Tuition Reimbursement Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (Pension) through LAGERS Additional Benefits Available: Deferred Compensation Plans Employee Assistance Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness Short Term Disability Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Webster Groves City Employee Recreation and Fitness Pass (self or family membership) Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Webster Groves values Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Examples of Duties What you’ll do - Key Responsibilities Review and audit accounts, cash receipts, payroll & other accounting records and transactions Review, prepare and enter journal entries for recording in the accounting system Reconcile financial ledgers & bank records Create financial statements & reports, general and subsidiary ledgers (and supporting schedules) Research and resolve discrepancies Reconcile taxes withheld, prepare monthly and quarterly government reporting Assist with the annual audit Oversee the annual business licensing process Typical Qualifications You Have (Knowledge & Abilities): Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 years of governmental accounting experience Ability to pass an extensive background check Excellent computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel Tyler Technologies experience a plus What sets you apart Love for numbers and solving problems Experience in a professional team Excellent communication skills