Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Accounting Assistant

Job Description

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The Accountant performs a wide variety of accounting duties, including coordinating and performing a variety of professional accounting functions; entering miscellaneous cash receipts; reconciling bank and investment accounts; reconciling various general ledger accounts; preparing and posting journal entries; preparing various types of financial/accounting reports; providing accounting assistance to departments; processing accounts payable and payroll transactions; assisting in fixed assets recordkeeping; performing other related duties relative to areas of assignment.

(Essential functions require presence in the workplace on a regular basis. In order to accomplish this, regular attendance MUST be maintained. This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. Incumbent is expected to perform other related duties, as assigned.)

• Cash receipts ? research and post ACH deposits to general ledger; upload deposits files from any activity systems not integrated with the general ledger; post cash receipts information from other departments and maintains cash receipt documentation from other departments in a centralized cash receipts file.
• Reconcile bank and investment accounts ?monthly reconciliation of the District's cash and investment accounts;
• Budget ? assists in the development of the annual budget
• Assists in payroll processing and the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual filing requirements.
• Researches e various general ledger accounts ? reviews various general ledger accounts, including payroll withholding accounts, credit card payments receivable accounts, entity revenue accounts, etc.
• Prepare and post journal entries ? preparation and posting of standard monthly journal entries
• Provide accounting assistance to other departments ? assists other departments in reconciling cash receipts; answers questions from other departments regarding use of accounting system software; provides guidance to other departments regarding accounting policies and procedures; assist other department in running reports and queries on the accounting software.
• Financial audit ? assists in the data collection and preparation of various information for the annual audit;
• Purchasing/Accounts Payable ? assists in processing of requisitions, purchase orders, and accounts payable transactions.
• Coordinates Fixed Assets/Property Records ? assists in the recordkeeping of fixed assets in the general ledger; prepares approval documents for removal of assets
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Familiarity with Windows-based computer required. Intermediate proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and appraisal district related software preferred.
• Knowledge of local government operations.
• Demonstrate ability to manage and coordinate various records within a rapidly changing and dynamic environment.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Assist in researching projects, evaluating alternatives, makes sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Interprets, explains, and ensures compliance with District policies and procedures, laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Self-discipline, dependable, and ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and prioritize multiple tasks and demands to accomplish outcomes
• Maintain the highest standards of ethical behavior, exercising honesty and integrity, respect, confidentiality, and fairness in the execution of their official responsibilities.
• Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, government officials, law enforcement, community partners, and the general public.
• Produce very large, complex formal documents that require special elements, a wide range of graphic effects, and advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data through intermediate computer skills.
• Understand the concepts of databases and can work with charts, and use pivot tables, look-up, and charts capabilities of Excel.

• Bachelor?s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in financial management software. Preferred familiarity in Tyler Technologies ERP Pro 10 financial software.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and…