Sylvania Township is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will enter requisitions; print and distribute purchase orders; enter journal entries; assist in preparing compliance reports, accounts receivable/billing and receipts; assist with records retention; assist with generating agenda items; assist or complete payroll processing; and code receipts before system entry. Duties: :: Enters requisitions into financial system. :: Enters journal entries and maintains general ledger. :: Prints and distributes purchase orders. :: Performs bank account reconciliations and deposit verifications. :: Reviews financial data, analyzes trends, and makes recommendations. :: Reviews receipts before system entry. :: Assists with accounts receivable/billing and receipts. :: Assists with gasoline/diesel fuel usage invoice processing. :: Assists and serves as backup to the senior fiscal coordinator/analyst. :: Completes assigned financial reporting. Experience: MINIMUM: :: Associate degree in accounting, business management, or related field. :: Relevant and equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree. :: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting or related field DESIRED :: Bachelor degree in accounting, business management or related field. :: Knowledge of public sector/government regulations (local/township) :: Previous payroll experience and or knowledge of taxes and retirement funds :: 5 years’ experience in accounting or related field :: Interested candidates can view the full job description and obtain the application on our site: www.sylvaniatownship.com