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Accountant I-II Career Path

Salary

$59,904.00 - $89,856.00 Annually

Location

Boynton Beach, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

202500508

Department

Financial Services

Division

Financial Services - Administration

Opening Date

01/06/2026

Closing Date

1/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to perform intermediate clerical and technical work involving the preparation and maintenance of fiscal and accounting records; performing related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Assistant Director, Finance or Director, Finance.

Essential Functions

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Completes bank reconciliation by downloading daily cash debit and credit reports; reviews cash receipts on a daily basis, and completes a comprehensive review of the cash receipt credits to the General Ledger (GL) at the end of each month.

Reviews and verifies financial transactions and accounting entries related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other accounting functions.

Reviews daily cash receipts reports for municipal fees and fines; checks accuracy of transaction codes and amounts.

Calculates accounting charges and prepares journal entries; prepares general ledger reports and trial balances; identifies discrepancies or problems and makes necessary adjustments and corrections; reconciles and balances reports.

Completes month end reconciliation for Sales Tax, Fuel Tax and/or any other statutory filing deadlines that need to be met.

Closes out general ledger accounts and prepares journal entries for year-end; assists in gathering information and preparing documentation for the City's comprehensive annual financial reports.

Posts, checks, balances, reconciles, and adjusts a variety of financial records and accounts relating to accounts payable or accounts receivable;

Enters receiving information into system for payment.

Reviews invoices, checks extensions, additions, proper coding, and other pertinent data; processes for payment.

Acts as liaison between Financial Services, purchasing, and vendors regarding payment or other problems.

Operates calculator, computer terminal, and other standard office equipment incident to establishing, updating, and maintaining records.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Accountant I- $28.80 to $43.20

+ Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration; and

+ One (1) year previous experience in financial accounting; and

+ Must have completed Excel Beginner Certification/Course or complete within six (6) months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Previous experience in financial accounting in the public sector;

+ Previous experience with City's Enterprise software.

Supplemental Information

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of bookkeeping terminology, methods, procedures, and equipment.

Knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment.

Knowledge of accounting principles and related data processing equipment.

Skill in the use of computer terminal and word processing equipment.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.

Ability to establish and follow detailed work procedures.

Ability to post accounts and to perform mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.

Skilled in the use of a variety of office machines and some typing ability.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees, and contractors.

CAREER PATH ADVANCEMENT:

The following requirements must be met to advance toAccountant II $30.50 to $45.75

+ Must have three (3) years combined local government experience in two (2) of the following specialty areas:

+ Accounts Receivable: Experience in issuing invoices and reconciliation from subledger to GL;

+ Payables: Experience processing all invoices, 121 and tracking them through the system via a purchase order or GL review. Should understand retainage, year end and 1099's;

+ Bank Reconciliation:Experience in reconciling and understanding the overall cash flow;

+ Budgeting:Experience in the budgeting process, calendar/timelines, budget amendments;

+ Purchasing: Should be able to process a purchase order, understand the overall functions of purchasing and encumbrances at year end;

+ Fixed Assets:Must understand the overall reconciliation of fixed assets, year end accounting functions and the accounts that are related to CIP and assets;

+ Grants: Must understand the overall reconciliation of grants, year end accounting function including the Schedule of Expenditures for both Federal and State Grants. Should be able to review a reimbursement request for accuracy and proper documentation for submittal;

+ Payroll:Experience in the overall processing of payroll bi-weekly, quarterly and year-end process.

+ Must meet 100% of the Accountant I KSAs; 70% of the Accountant II KSAs and 100% of the Communication Competencies;

Proof of meeting all of the above requirements/qualifications must be demonstrated by the employee and verified by the supervisor.

Promotional advancement may be delayed at the discretion of the Department Director, the Human Resources/Risk Management Director and the City Manager.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE :

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer . All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.

The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Student Loan Forgiveness

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Care Plan

• Basic Term Life Insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Accidental Death and

Dismemberment Insurance

• City Pension Plan

• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans

• Long Term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 457 Savings Plan (three options)

• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation

• Bonus Vacation Hours

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)

• On-site Training Program

• Wellness Program

• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans

• Credit Union

• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan

• Flexible Spending Account

• Direct Deposit

• Social Security

Student Loan Forgiveness

Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.

Health Insurance

The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).

Dental Insurance

Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.

Vision Care Plan

Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.

Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance

Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.

Dependent Life Insurance

Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.

City Retirement / Pension Plans

The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.

Supplemental Plans

Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.

Short and Long Term Disability

The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.

Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)

The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.

Vacation

All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.

Holidays

The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.

Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.

Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding)

The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.

Wellness Program

The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.

Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan

Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.

CreditUnion

All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.

Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium

Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.

Direct Deposit

Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.

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Do you possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration? If so, please explain.

02

Do you have at least one (1) year of previous experience in financial accounting?

+ Yes

+ No

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Have you completed an Excel Beginner Certification or Course, or are you willing to complete one within the first six months of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Boynton Beach

Address

100 E. Ocean Ave

City Hall - Human Resources

Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435

Phone

5617426275

5617426275

Website

http://www.boynton-beach.org

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