Accounting Coordinator

Department: Finance Reports to: Finance Director Classification: Non-Exempt Grade 9 Effective Date: November 2026 SUMMARY The Accounting Coordinator reports to the Finance Director. This position is primarily responsible for all Tullahoma Airport accounting functions, financial analysis, grant and staff support and attendance at airport meetings. This position also provides accounting and financial assistance to the Tullahoma Area Economic Development Corporation. Responsibilities include managing the Citys two grant funded business revolving loan programs, including both working with the local business community on start-ups and expansions and maintaining the existing loan portfolio. EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITY Greets business customers in person or by telephone, provides information on departmental economic development assistance programs, and makes referrals for other assistance. Maintains customer records for both city commercial loan programs, works with applicants on projects scope and needs, ensures all application data is correctly submitted, obtains credit reports, presents to loan committee and coordinates with attorney on closing documents.Posts business loan payments, calculates interest and late fees due, monitor delinquencies and follows through with customers.Responsible for all airport accounting and financial reporting. Ensures that all software tracking systems are accurate and integrated. Confirms that receipts are posted correctly and balance to the bank and the general ledger. Reconciles airport credit card reports to receipts and deposits. Maintains hangar lease files and payment spreadsheets. Posts airport hangar lease payments to tenant accounts, calculates interest and late fees due, monitors and reports delinquencies to management. Calculates annual lease payment changes based on the CPI change provided by management and notifies tenants. Tracks all fuel sales and invoices to calculate monthly fuel inventory. Completes and files monthly airport sales tax reports. Generates financial statements for monthly airport board meeting as well as any other reports requested and reconciles monthly bank statements. Monitors budget and assists management with line-item transfers, account analysis and budget preparation for both operating and capital projects funds. Administers airport capital projects and grants. Coordinates with state, tracks local grant share on deposit and grant revenues. Handles grant close-outs and transfers to fixed assets. Maintains airport fixed asset records and provides all documentation and reports for the annual audit.Maintains city grant records of contracts, receipts and disbursements. Coordinates with funding agency on required actions and documentation. Assist other departments with payments and documentation as needed. Reconciles and ensures accuracy of grant files and assist with audits.Focuses are evaluating process improvements and utilizing technology to update and improve operating functions.Performs posting, reconciling and balancing of various accounts as needed.Assists with annual audit and other city projects as requested.Performs other duties as assigned or required to support the effective operation of the department and the city. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of municipal accounting procedures and methods, and applicable ordinances and laws.Strong analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills, and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with tact and discretion.Ability to prepare clear and accurate financial reports and analyze data.Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with associates, representatives of other agencies and the general public.Knowledge and ability to work with computers and software programs that are relevant to the position. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in accounting or related degree with accounting coursework required.Five years previous office experience, with emphasis on serving internal and external customers.Experience using operational and accounting software systems.State certification as a municipal finance officer (CMFO) or ability to obtain certification within two years.Supervisory experience preferred. ADA REQUIREMENTS Physical Requirements - Physical demand requirements are at levels for those of sedentary work. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of five to ten pounds and occasionally up to forty pounds; occasional bending, kneeling, stooping and reaching above shoulder level; manual dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs or body to operate office equipment; may involve extended periods of sitting at a keyboard. Sensory Requirements - Tasks require visual perception and discrimination including color and depth. Tasks require perception and discrimination of sound.