Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk – Pechanga Band of Indians

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for assisting the entire accounting staff. Duties include various accounting tasks involving accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, bank reconciliations, general ledger and payroll as needed. Maintain office files and department reports; handle copy needs including binding financial and budget statements; assist with Tribal Member and employee questions and assist and handle special projects.

• Provide excellent customer service to Tribal Members, employees and vendors.
• Preparation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, bank reconciliations, general ledger and payroll as needed.
• Assist with preparation of various journal entries, data entry and account reconciliations.
• Analysis of various balance sheet and expenditure accounts as required.
• Check figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
• Professionally answer inquiries from Tribal Members, vendors, suppliers and employees and research discrepancies.
• Make timely payments for internal and external expenses.
• Maintain office files and department reports.
• Prepare Quarterly PowerPoint Presentations.
• Handle special projects as requested.
• Assist with copying and other administrative tasks as needed.

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent with two years of office experience required.
• Ability to maintain strict office confidentiality.
• Two years experience, knowledge, and competency in accounting principles and practices preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, including records and time management.
• Must be able to accurately type, operate 10 key calculator and have strong knowledge of computers and software.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and properly prioritize workload and be adaptable to solve problems.
• Must have exceptional organizational skills, be detail oriented with strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Must be reliable, responsible, dependable and the have the ability to fulfill obligations.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• This position must comply with the Pechanga Tribal Government’s Drug‑Free Workplace Policy. This includes pre‑employment and random testing.
• Must successfully pass a pre‑employment background investigation.