Accountant 1 at CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE in Stockbridge, Georgia

Job Description:

The City of Stockbridge continues to strive to be the most progressive business and family-oriented community in Metropolitan Atlanta with a strong focus on enhanced quality of life initiatives that promote a sustainable Live, Work, Play Environment. The City of Stockbridge believes that people are the most asset in delivering services to all citizens. Stockbridge is a diverse city of approximately 35,000 + residents located just 15 minutes south of Hartsfield - Jackson International Airport.

Job Summary: This position will provide financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; preparing reports, assisting with the general ledger, record payments and disbursements/accounts payables, reconcile account balances, work with external auditors; provide technical accounting support in the areas of accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable and maintain accounts of all municipal financial transactions, ensuring compliance with all financial policies and procedures in the Finance Department.

Class Characteristics: This is a full-performance exempt classification level.