The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for an experienced Financial Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will:

• be detail oriented
• have excellent time management skills
• possess strong communication skills

If you have experience in accounting – especially with a municipality or government entity, apply today and use your talents to grow and succeed as a valued member of our team!

Position Summary

This is specialized accounting work involving City-wide financial operations. Primary responsibilities include reconciliation of city bank accounts, fixed assets, cash receipts management, and general billing. This includes preparation of various internal and external financial reports and documents as needed, including all grant reporting. The position performs audits of physical inventory, fixed assets, and petty cash throughout the City. Successful work ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), applicable laws and City policies utilizing general procedures/instruction under minimal supervision of the Accounting Manager.

Review of completed work will show a high level of accuracy with minimal corrections or comments.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for reconciling the city operating bank account on a weekly basis.
• Reconciles the other city bank accounts (health, workers comp, etc) on a monthly basis.
• Reviews daily bank account transactions for items needing to be posted to general ledger.
• Researches all bank reconciliation items and records any necessary transactions in the general ledger.
• Responsible for posting daily cash receipts to the general ledger and works with departments to ensure all cash receipts are coded to the correct general ledger account.
• Record acquisition, disposition, and transfers of fixed assets. Works with departments to monitor fixed asset inventory.
• Performs random physical inventory of fixed assets and inventory.
• Responsible for processing and posting all miscellaneous invoices to the general ledger.
• Monitors receivable collections and follows up on delinquent payments.
• Prepares journal entries and reconciles account balances with appropriate records.
• Performs cash verifications of petty cash at various City locations.
• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and the Annual Financial Report
• Trained as backup support for other Finance positions

Qualifications

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance or related field. Three years of increasingly responsible accounting experience.

Desired: Experience in governmental accounting principles and practices, treasury and bank reconciliations

Environment and Physical Factors

This is physically sedentary work requiring: the ability to sit for periods of approximately two hours; visual acuity and accommodation to review alpha/numeric data; ability to give and receive information to the public and co-workers; and ability to operate variety of office equipment.

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring range is from $28.69 to $35.07 dependent on qualifications and directly related experience. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic
• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year
• Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year)
• Six weeks of paid parental leave
• City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,500 per year
• Free membership to the Lenexa Rec Center

Working for the City of Lenexa is more than a job. You will be trained, supported and valued. You’ll make a difference in the community, work alongside talented people, have leadership support, and work in a stable and positive work environment. We value work-life balance and will provide you with the resources to succeed in your position.

City of Lenexa strives to be an inclusive place to work. Offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check. Candidates with prior criminal convictions are encouraged to submit applications for positions where they meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications and will not automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.

At the City of Lenexa, our employees are dedicated to the City’s core values – integrity, service, teamwork, dedication, vision and caring. We all chip in and roll up our sleeves to deliver exceptional customer service. You’ll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that impact and support the community we serve.

To apply please complete an online application or text ACCOUNTANT to (913) 382-8564 to start your application. Include a resume AND cover letter. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.