STAFF ACCOUNTANT I

Summary: The Village Center Community Development District is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant I to join their Finance team. This position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data across multiple Community Development Districts, supporting sound financial management and accountability throughout the organization. Responsibilities: - Validates and processes appropriate journal entries to the General Ledger using the utility billing subsidiary ledger and general ledger interface system for all utility transactions - Prepares the monthly cash reconciliation a portion of over 260 bank, investment and trust accounts for assigned Districts - Prepares billings for Accounts Receivable relating to: Special Events, Joint Services, Fire District’s contractual services, Board of County Commissioners, District reimbursements and numerous other one-time and repetitive miscellaneous reimbursements - Prepares billings for Annual Assessments and monthly leases relating to all commercial entities included in appropriate District(s) - Completes Monthly Sales Tax filings for three counties. Analyzes work to confirm that the sales tax within each county is correct - Prepares Monthly reconciliation of various General Ledger accounts for review - Periodically audits change funds and petty cash funds to ensure compliance with District and Department policies - Prepares the monthly financial statements for Residential governmental funds providing analysis and commentary on fluctuations and variances. Researching all variances - Validates and processes bi-weekly payroll transactions from Payroll processing company. Reconciles liability account transfers related to benefit deductions, union dues and other items each payroll - Assists with year-end Developer True Up by tracking expenses associated with Developer owned Recreation centers - Prepare monthly check request to Developer pertaining to future amenities and recreational revenues currently owned by the Developer - Processes monthly and weekly wire transfer forms to clear inter/intra fund balances - Reviews and approves various journal entries created by the Accounting Technicians. May serve as back-up to Staff Accountant to prepare the weekly cash analysis report and move funds as needed - Validates and processes transactions from the Special Assessment subsidiary ledger to upload journal entries to the general ledger interface system - Provides reports, information and support for the District’s auditors in support of the preparation of the annual audited financial reports - Prepares research for special projects as assigned by senior staff - Performs other duties as assigned - May be expected to perform additional duties in an emergency Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a closely related field from a four-year college or university - Valid Florida Driver's License required - All candidates and employees must successfully pass background screening - Proficient personal computer skills and basic proficiency level in knowledge of Microsoft packages involving Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and Power Point - Knowledge of legacy-based programs/software required - Ability to provide excellent customer service to our residents - Excellent verbal communication skills and professional appearance - Strong work ethic and commitment to providing optimal Customer Service - Ability to be well-organized & successfully multi-task in a fast-paced environment to meet multiple demanding deadlines - Must possess ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations and the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals - Must be able to work effectively in a team environment - Must be a self-starter, who enjoys independent assignments without detailed supervision Preferred Qualifications: - CGFO preferred - Working knowledge of governmental accounting and utility billing software preferred Required Skills: Governmental accounting, Utility billing software Important Skills: Journal entries, Account reconciliation, Financial reporting Nice-to-Have Skills: Microsoft Office, Customer service, Analytical skills, Teamwork, Self-starter Benefits: Medical Insurance (fully paid for employee single coverage), Voluntary health benefits, including Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(a) Retirement Plan, with contributions funded by the District, 457(b) Retirement Plan, permitting employee pre-tax deferrals, Flexible Spending programs for both Medical and Dependent Care, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible, Tier 2 qualifying organization for The Villages Charter School