Accountant

Job description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 05/26/26 Division: Accounting & Payroll Division Management Level: Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. Description: Jefferson County is seeking an Accountant to support our Central Accounting team. In this role, you will prepare financial reports and schedules, complete bank and account reconciliations, and coordinate and process transactional work for a wide range of stakeholders. You’ll work with a high level of accuracy and complexity while ensuring compliance with fiscal policies, GAAP, and GASB standards. This position partners closely with departments across the County and uses Workday and Excel to review transactions, troubleshoot discrepancies, and maintain financial integrity. You’ll operate within a decentralized financial structure, collaborating with specialized teams while contributing to countywide consistency and accuracy. The role includes a mix of daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual responsibilities, o...