Senior Accountant

Salary : $58,988.80 Annually
Location : Spartanburg, SC
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 020426
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 02/10/2026
Closing Date: 2/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

The City of Spartanburg is seeking a highly qualified professional to supervise the City's Revenue collections within the Finance Department. Overseeing business license revenue, hospitality taxes, and other municipal fees. This position supervises two staff members, performs revenue analysis, and ensures accurate and timely accounting in accordance with governmental accounting standards. The role reports directly to the Director of Finance & Budget.
Examples of Duties

• Oversee daily revenue collections and provide guidance and supervision to revenue technicians.
• Perform daily accounting and financial operations to support accurate revenue reporting.
• Maintain the City's central accounting system and ensure strong financial controls in compliance with generally accepted governmental accounting principles (GAAP).
• Review and approve accounting codes for various revenue sources.
• Process and reconcile county tax payments.
• Prepare, review, and maintain financial records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Develop, implement, and recommend efficient and effective operational policies and procedures.
• Assist with preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) in coordination with the accounting division.
• Prepare and maintain financial reporting schedules and related files.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in revenue accounting, preferably within a governmental environment.
• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Strong computer and financial systems skills.

Supplemental Information

Pay depending on experience and qualifications. Starting salary is $58,988.80 annually or higher depending on experience.
The City of Spartanburg provides a very competitive benefits package to include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life benefits are through the SC State Health Plan and access to free onsite health clinic. Retirement through the SC State Retirement System (Employee contributes 9% and the City contributes 18.56% / PORS: police/fire employees contribute 9.75% and City contributes 21.24%)

City also offers 12 Paid Holidays;
Paid Time Off (3 ½ weeks per year) and Longevity Leave based on years of service.