Delaware Solid Waste Authority Job Description

Title: Accountant I
Reports to: Mgr of Finanical/Accounting Services
Job Class: Non-Exempt
Purpose: Performs various specialized accounting functions of moderate complexity and ensures that practices are carried out in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Authority policy, and contractual obligations. Work in accounting will include but not be limited to; general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, payroll, and inventory. This level is responsible for performing the full range of essential functions.
  • Implements internal accounting policies and procedures as directed by senior staff members and perform general accounting duties.
  • May conduct special studies and develop or recommend minor changes in methods and procedures.
  • May assign and review the work of administrative support/accounting support staff.
    • Duties: Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
  • *Analyzes, reconciles and consolidates vouchers, records, journals, ledgers and statements.
  • *Monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with budgetary recommendations.
  • *Reviews financial transactions and codes for conformance to standard procedures and accounts.
  • *Compiles, analyzes and prepares a variety of statements and reports for state, special, private or federal funded programs for use in financial, budget and personnel planning.
  • *Develops cost projections based on past records and anticipated activities and makes fiscally sound recommendations.
  • *Applies standardized accounting principles and practices.
  • *Reviews internal accounting policies and procedures and makes recommendations for revisions.
  • *Performs related work as required.
    • Qualifications: Applicants must have education, training and one (1) year of experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
  • *Graduation from an accredited college or university with at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
  • *Relevant experience with automated accounting systems.
  • *Knowledge of GAAS and GAAP.
  • *Ability to communicate financial and accounting issues in both oral and written form.
    Knowledge and Skills

    The intent of the listed knowledge, skills and abilities is to give a general indication of the core requirements for all positions in the class series; therefore, the list is not exhaustive or necessarily inclusive of the requirements of the position.

  • Knowledge of accounting theories, concepts, principles and standards.
  • Knowledge of recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.
  • Ability to maintain accurate, current accounting records.
  • Ability to assemble and analyze financial and accounting data and make recommendations.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

    May be asked to sign a statement of confidentiality

    *Denotes essential functions of the job

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    Mailing Address:

    Delaware Solid Waste Authority
    1128 South Bradford Street
    Post Office Box 455
    Dover, Delaware 19903-0455

    Citizens' Response Line 1-800-404-7080
    fax: 302-739-4287
     

    For more information, call 302-739-5361 and ask for Human Resources or email dswahr@dswa.com