BTU-General Accountant; Assets & Cost Accounting

Posting Number: 2026639

FLSA: Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm

Hiring Pay Rate: $58,000-$68,000 (depending on qualifications)

Job Summary: Performs a broad range of professional accounting duties for Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU) including Fixed Asset management and depreciation, warehouse materials cost accounting and reporting, preparation of journal entries, preparation and analysis of financial reports, and other related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs monthly, quarterly, and annual capital asset closings accurately and on schedule.
• Oversees the construction work-in-progress projects, ensuring adherence to contracts and budgets.
• Oversees the warehouse inventory.
• Performs accounting functions in accordance with GAAP and GASB guidelines as applicable and in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Prepares and maintains General Ledger Subsidiaries and reconciles related schedules, statements, reports, and entries in accordance with established policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Analyzes accounting, financial, and operating data to identify emerging trends, deviations from normal operations, and variances from budget.
• Reviews and verifies the accuracy of the work order system and prepares journal entries for discrepancies.
• Ensures compliance with City policies, State and Federal regulations, reporting requirements, etc.
• Researches and prepares reports on accounting related subjects, as assigned.
• Documents accounting policies and procedures; assists with reviewing existing accounting procedures and recommends changes as needed.
• Responds to accounting inquiries, answering questions and offering assistance as needed in a timely manner.
• Coordinates financial and accounting matters with BTU Business Units and other departments as needed.
• Assist in annual audits as necessary.
• Maintain regular and punctual on-site attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.