JOB SUMMARY Working in a team environment, this Accountant II position plans, coordinates, and performs various fiscal and accounting functions of the City of Conroe. Duties are primarily relative to general accounting, accounts payable and receivable, and payroll; however, other areas are assigned on as needed basis. QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance and five years of accounting experience required. Governmental accounting experience is preferred. Special Requirements: Analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills required. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) a plus. Five years of experience with Microsoft Office Products, including MS Word and MS Excel, required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). * Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. * Knowledge of automated financial management software packages. * Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices. * Skill in mathematics, analyzing, and organization. * Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both orally and in writing, including the proper use grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and good public speaking. * Ability to reconcile spreadsheets and general ledger accounts to source documents. * Ability to analyze, identify, and resolve variances. * Ability to exercise good judgment, make competent decisions, handle multiple projects, prioritize and organize work assignments, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure and stress. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is sedentary and requires the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: fingering, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, talking, and visual acuity. BENEFITS The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $32.54 hourly. The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.