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9201
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN 2
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs entry level accounting
support duties. The incumbent is responsible for performing
routine posting and adjusting to the general ledger, processing
claims and invoices, and reviewing transactions for completeness,
accuracy, and compliance with state and federal laws and
regulations. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is beginning level paraprofessional
accounting/auditing work. Duties are distinguished by the
recording and balancing of routine financial and numerical data
in accordance with agency standards and work procedures.
Examples of Work
Processes claims and invoices; accurately calculates and
records amounts.
Prepares bank deposits and/or checks.
Performs routine posting and adjusting to ledger.
Identifies and corrects own routine posting errors.
Classifies/ codes according to a chart of accounts.
Performs routine reconciliation reports such as bank
reconciliations and batch reports.
Maintains accounting records; gathers data and prepares
financial statements and reports from records maintained.
Contacts associates, administrators, and general public in
order to obtain information, discuss changes in documents, or
resolve routine problems with accounts.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of basic mathematical computations.
Knowledge of the operation of office equipment such as a
copier, fax machine, and personal computer.
Skill in the use of a calculator.
Ability to detect and correct errors in arithmetic or to refer
to proper source for correction.
Ability to gather and compile data for use in financial
reports.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in
writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Graduation from a standard four-year high school or
the equivalent.
Experience:
Two years of full time or equivalent part time
paid bookkeeping, accounting or related experience.
Substitution:
Successful completion of college-level
accounting courses from an accredited college or university
may be substituted at the rate of three semester hours
equals six months experience;
OR
Successful completion of related business school or
vocational training may be substituted for the experience
through an established formula.
PROMOTIONAL ONLY:
Six months experience as an Accounting
Technician I.
Established: 9/18/97
Effective:
12/01/97