Accountant needed for the Sandy city, UT

STARTING SALARY: $28.00-$32.00/hour Hiring range is $28/hr to $32/hr depending on qualifications. STATUS: Regular (benefitted) DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services SUMMARY: Under the general supervision and direction of the Deputy Finance Director or City Treasurer, produces and provides the necessary information to departments in the budget report process as well as other general duties. Performs professional level accounting duties requiring advanced accounting knowledge. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field. Requires a valid Utah driver's license. A one-year probationary period is a pre-requisite to this position. Knowledge of general and governmental accounting principles and practices; payroll practices; general office procedures; City Ordinances; personnel, tax, and payroll laws. Responsibility for important City records dealing with confidential matters; great responsibility for the care, condition, and use of materials, equipment, money, and tools. Ability to professionally furnish and obtain information from other departments; contact with other department, requiring tact and judgement to avoid friction; constant contact with the public presenting data that may influence important decisions. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Tool, Machine, Equipment Operation: Requires regular use of office equipment including a personal computer (spreadsheet and word processing), 10-key, printer, copier, and telephone system.