Accountant II

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Job Description Summary:

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your accounting expertise to support critical public health initiatives and help drive informed financial decision-making? As an Accountant II with the Department of Public Health, you will play an important role in monitoring budgets, managing financial transactions, analyzing financial data, and providing reporting that supports the department''s daily operations and long-term goals. This position directly contributes to St. Louis County''s mission of delivering high-quality, accountable services that promote the health and well-being of our community.

Job Description:

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional who enjoys financial analysis, problem-solving, and collaboration with internal stakeholders. Successful candidates will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, working with complex financial data, and ensuring compliance with established financial policies and procedures.

Starting Salary:

$22.03 - $26.44 hourly, depending on qualifications and budgetary considerations.

Work Location:

John C. Murphy Health Center, 6121 North Hanley Road, Berkeley, MO 63134

Why You Should Consider a Career as an Accountant II

Impactful Work:

Support public health operations by providing financial reporting, budget monitoring, and accounting services that help programs effectively serve County residents.

Professional Growth:

Develop expertise in governmental accounting, budget management, accounts payable and receivable, grant accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis.

Community Contribution:

Help ensure responsible stewardship of public funds and support informed financial decisions that impact public health services.

Varied Experience:

Work on a diverse range of accounting functions, including budget reporting, reconciliations, audits, accounts payable processing, and financial analysis.

Comprehensive Benefits

St. Louis County provides a robust benefits package including affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous PTO beginning in the first year; 11 paid holidays; and a deferred benefit retirement plan. Employees may also qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compile and analyze financial data to prepare reports and statements that support budget management and departmental decision-making.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including grant-related funding activity.
• Monitor expenditures and assist departments in tracking budget activity and available funding.
• Generate monthly budget reports and update contract expenditure tracking.
• Review accounts payable documentation to ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and approved budgets.
• Work with purchasing card holders to ensure timely submission of transaction logs and compliance with purchasing requirements.
• Enter invoices and financial transactions into County financial systems.
• Complete accounts payable corrections, journal entries, budget amendments, and budget transfers.
• Audit accounting and program records to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze, monitor, and reconcile financial reports and statements to the general ledger.
• Assist with the preparation and entry of the annual budget and collaborate with program managers to develop accurate budget projections.
• Provide backup support to the Accounts Payable Supervisor and assist management with special financial projects and reporting needs.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and one year of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and financial reporting standards.
• Ability to analyze financial records, budgets, and expenditure data.
• Experience processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Ability to reconcile accounts and maintain accurate financial records.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Proficiency with financial management systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports and statements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Pre-Employment Process Requirements

Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant education, experience, responses to supplemental questions, and other work-related information provided on the application. Resumes are supplementary and do not replace the required application. All candidates will receive notifications regarding application status once determined. Status updates are provided via email and can be found within each candidate's Workday profile. Responses that qualified candidates provide to the application questions will count as 100% of their final evaluation score. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. The five highest-ranking candidates will be referred to the Department Director/Appointing Authority for final selection.

Pre-Employment Screening

Candidates extended a conditional offer must successfully complete all required pre‑employment screenings. These screenings include a drug test administered at no cost to the applicant by a certified laboratory and a background check evaluating the recency and relevance of the candidate's history to the position. Candidates must complete the drug test within 48 hours of receiving a conditional offer; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of the offer.

At St. Louis County, we're not just about jobs, we're about opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

St. Louis County is committed to fair and equitable employment opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or political affiliation.

St. Louis County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the application or hiring process should contact the St. Louis County ADA Coordinator at 314-615-1796 or call Relay MO at 711 or 1-800-735-2966 (TTY) or email dlancaster@stlouiscountymo.gov.