Job Description

General Function

Performs a variety of technical accounting tasks related to preparing, maintaining, and reviewing financial reports and records.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Processes various forms and other financial information and materials; enters financial information.
• Balances and reconciles assigned accounts and/or funds; researches and reconciles any problems or discrepancies.
• Gathers and summarizes data; conducts research and analyzes information; prepares financial reports.
• May prepare various journal entries; may make recommendations regarding journal entries.
• May enter budget revision requests and other financial information into computer system; may review computer printouts for accuracy.
• May monitor activity in assigned accounts; may audit specified accounts for accuracy; may create accounts.
• May provide information and respond to inquiries; may advise departments on policies and procedures relating to budget and other financial questions.
• May review various financial forms and records; may research and resolve discrepancies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements and Preferred Qualifications

G.E.D. or high school diploma and three years of relevant accounting work experience; or a combination of accounting work experience and education beyond high school totaling three years Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree from an accredited institution in Accounting or a related field.

Additional Information

Working Days: Monday- Friday Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Knowledge of office rules, procedures and operations regarding budgets, purchasing, accounts payable, etc.
• Good oral and written communications skills emphasizing financial information
• Knowledge of computer and accounting software
• Ability to maintain, review and audit financial records
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds

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