Accountant I, Ramsey County, Finance Division

Job description

Ramsey County Second District is seeking to fill an Accountant I position with the Accounting and Finance Division. In this detail-oriented role, you will be responsible for accounting work involving contract management and procurement, preparation, and maintenance of court fiscal, budgetary, grant, and financial records. Responsibilities: The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform: - Review and analyze court contracts to maintain full financial compliance and alignment with budgetary constraints. Track contract milestones and payment schedules to facilitate timely processing. Manage the amendment process by drafting and reviewing changes to scope, compensation, or duration, verifying that all modifications remain within authorized fiscal limits. - Assist in the development and preparation of budgets and spending plans to meet objectives and fiscal requirements by generating and analyzing fiscal data; exercise financial control over expenditures and receipts; discuss identified problems with supervisor; and adjust the budget, if necessary. - Coordinate activities of a specialized accounting unit to maintain proper control and uniformity. En...