Accounting Technician

Description

Position Summary:

Candidate will provide support to the Finance by performing account payables assistance and technical accounting duties in the review, evaluation, and adjustment of assigned accounts.  

Essential Duties:

• Assist Accounts Payable with AP duties and acts as the backup for AP when necessary

• Assist with General billing and/or General billing adjustments.

• Assist with reconciling accounts receivables and accounts payables to the general ledger on a monthly basis; completes journal entries or cash receipts adjustments for necessary corrections.

• Assist with accounting month-end process (updating journal entries, reconciling accounts, and completing reports)

• Assist with reports for auditors during audit.

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• At least 1 year accounting experience preferred in local government, public or private industry.

• Must be proficient in Word and Excel.

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.

• Must possess good oral/written communication skills.

• Must possess the ability to prepare and maintain various reports, as required or assigned.

• Must have ability to work in a multi-tasked environment.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

Mobility to work in typical office settings using standard office equipment is required. In addition, vision to read printed materials and computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.   

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.