Experienced Technical Accountant – US State and Local Government

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🕒 March 31

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Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1906

🏛️ Government

💸 Finance

📚 Education

Government • Finance • Education

Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) is a professional organization dedicated to the advancement of government finance professionals across the United States and Canada. It offers resources, advocacy, and education for over 24,000 finance professionals. GFOA provides a range of member benefits including discounted pricing on awards, training, leadership and networking opportunities, and access to best practices and research in public finance. The organization also hosts events like conferences and training sessions, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing in the field of government finance.

📋 Description

• Performing technical reviews of Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports (ACFRs) submitted by state and local governments • Applying generally accepted accounting principles applicable to US state and local governments (GAAP) and COA program requirements with a high level of proficiency • Assessing ACFRs and offering local government applicants recommendations for improvements • Participating in the design and delivery of training to our members

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting • Experience contributing to local government Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports • Attention to detail and critical thinking skills • Ability to use document management technology • Ability to thrive in an independent, fully remote role • Experience as a COA program volunteer reviewer (preferred) • Familiarity with the use of Governmental Accounting Research System and GFOA's Governmental Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting (GAAFR)

🏖️ Benefits

• Paid parental leave • Retirement savings program with employer contributions • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Access to on-demand LinkedIn Learning • Tuition reimbursement

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