Accounting Specialist

The Ark‑Tex Council of Governments (ATCOG) is now accepting applications for Accounting Specialist, Announcement #2606. This is a full‑time position located in the Texarkana, Texas office. Starting salary is $22.45 per hour. The position is responsible for the preparation and processing of all payables for each assigned program area and for all related areas in accordance with ATCOG Procedures.

Your application must identify the required minimum qualifications for this position and respond in detail to the KSA’s in the Worked Performed blocks of the application.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; or
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and five years experience in accounting and/or bookkeeping; or
• Combination of education and experience proving the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures affecting maintenance of accounting records and of automated accounting systems, payables preparation and reporting required.
• Knowledge of grant function and fund accounting.
• Skills to work quickly and accurately with numbers; prepare and maintain financial records and reports systematically and accurately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory to difficult or complex transactions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other regional council employees, external auditors and the general public.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time at a computer while performing data entry.
• Ability to see, hear, reach, stoop, bend, and lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license subject to an approved motor vehicle report and reliable transportation with valid proof of insurance for travel within the ATCOG region.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary: $22.45 per hour.