[Hiring] Experienced Technical Accountant @Government Finance Officers Association

Role Description

Are you interested in exploring how to apply your accounting knowledge to positively and substantially impact local communities through a career serving the public sector? The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) is looking for an experienced accounting professional to join our team. GFOA is dedicated to advancing excellence in state and local government financial management to help build thriving communities.

• 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.
• Opportunity to participate in the design and delivery of training to our members.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• Experience as a COA program volunteer reviewer.
• Familiarity with the use of Governmental Accounting Research System.
• Knowledge of GFOA's Governmental Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting (GAAFR).

Benefits

• Generous benefits package, including paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to on-demand LinkedIn Learning.
• Tuition reimbursement.