Nature of Work:

Under direct supervision, the Accounting Technician I performs entry-level, technical accounting support duties.

Examples of Work:

• Review financial transactions for completeness and accuracy.
• Analyzes and audits invoices, bills, orders, forms, reports, and documents for accuracy and initiates correction of errors.
• Identify and correct routine posting errors.
• Perform basic calculations to determine interest, discounts, deductions, and/or other like amounts.
• Perform account reconciliations.
• Prepare a variety of financial reports and basic information reports.
• Performs office management functions including ordering supplies, researching, or evaluating potential office equipment for purchase, and/or making necessary maintenance requests for items in need of repair or upgrade.
• Receives, logs, sorts, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail depending on the content or nature.
• Answers, screens, and routes telephone calls, takes messages and complaints, and gives information to the caller regarding the services and procedures of the organizational unit.
• Perform basic accounts payable functions, including invoice audit, data entry, filing paid items, and/or vendor table maintenance.
• Assist in maintenance of accounting and/or asset records.
• May use Purchasing Card to make purchases and reconcile statements according to policy.
• May prepare bank deposits
• May perform or assist with basic accounts receivable functions, including posting payments, statement preparation, and applying late fees
• As proficiency in areas of assignment is developed, more complex duties will be assigned with diminished oversight or direction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Office environment, sitting, stooping, bending, walking, stretching/reaching, keyboarding, manual dexterity, visual acuity, ability to lift over 20 pounds. Some travel required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of the operation of office equipment such as a copier, fax machine, and personal computer.
• Ability to detect and correct mathematical errors or refer to the proper person for correction.
• Ability to develop and apply specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to function proficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

One year of relevant full-time experience. Familiarity with accounting software or processes preferred. Prior governmental experience preferred.

Substitutions:

Licenses/ Certifications:

None