Accounting Analyst

Full job description
JOB
Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney’s Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff’s Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Human Resources, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits + generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.SCOPE OF POSITION: The Accounting Analyst assists the Senior Director of Finance in various areas of the County’s financial operations by performing complex financial tasks depending on department needs and/or project deadlines. Ensures fiscal activities comply with State and Federal regulations and County policies/procedures to ensure a sound system of internal controls is in place throughout the County.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The Accounting Analyst is a vital member of the Finance Office that assists with the annual budget process, preparation of quarterly financial reporting, month-end and year-end closing activities (including preparing and analyzing financial statements), and assists with the completion of other finance-related audits as assigned by the Senior Director of Finance. The Accounting Analyst spearheads projects such as implementation of electronic vendor payments that integrate with MUNIS, evaluates alternatives for county-wide credit card solutions, performs complex general ledger account reconciliations (including the proposal of any correcting entries in the MUNIS system), reviews resources for potential grant opportunities in collaboration with the grant writer, assists with grant administration, and generates/maintains/distributes ad-hoc and financial reports.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Equal Employment OpportunityMandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.