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Sr. Accountant - General Ledger

The City of Fort Worth Financial Management Services is hiring a Sr. Accountant – General Ledger for an advanced-level role focused on maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, performing complex reconciliations, supporting month- and year-end close, and assisting with independent financial and single audits. The ideal candidate has strong governmental accounting knowledge, ERP and Excel experience, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of governmental accounting / fund accounting
  • Working understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Experience with ERP systems and general ledger modules
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas)
  • Journal entry preparation and posting
  • Account analysis and reconciliation skills
  • Audit support and documentation experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Perform complex financial analysis and account reconciliations
  • Monitor and maintain general ledger accounts
  • Review, approve, and post journal entries
  • Execute month-end and year-end closing activities
  • Support the City's independent financial and single audits
  • Collaborate with City departments and internal/external customers to resolve accounting issues
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and governmental (fund) accounting principles
  • Complete other duties as assigned to support Accounting Division goals

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited institution (minimum requirement)
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered

Benefits

  • 11 paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Pension plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Option for remote work after successful completion of six-month probationary period
  • Direct deposit pay
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Fort Worth is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Texas and the 13th-largest city in the United States. It is the county seat of Tarrant County, covering nearly 350 square miles into four other counties: Denton, Parker, Wise, and Johnson.

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October 23, 2025
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