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9202
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN 3
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs full-performance
accounting support duties. The incumbent is responsible for
performing moderately complex posting, encumbering of funds, and
examining records to assure adherence to accounting laws and
regulations. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the full-performance level of paraprofessional
accounting. Responsibilities may include training and reviewing
work of subordinate staff.
Examples of Work
Classifies/codes a variety of transactions which may require
considerable knowledge.
Reviews accounts, ledgers, claims, invoices, purchase orders,
receipts, or similar materials for completeness, accuracy,
and compliance with laws and regulations.
Prepares bank deposits and/or checks.
Makes correcting and/or adjusting entries on ledger.
Examines accounting records to assure adherence to accounting
laws and regulations; verifies calculations and ensures
accuracy and validity of transactions.
Prepares and illustrates statements and reports which reflect
the relationships among accounts and which require
occasional searching and analysis.
Performs moderately complex posting, encumbering of funds, and
balancing receipts of others.
Maintains accounting records; gathers data and prepares
moderate to complex financial statements and reports from
records maintained.
May assist supervisor in preparing budget by compiling data,
preparing summaries and requests, and developing cost
projections.
May train and review work of clerical staff.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of accounting laws and regulations of bureau/agency.
Knowledge of basic mathematical computations.
Knowledge of an automated computer accounting system.
Skill in the use of a calculator.
Skill in the use of office equipment such as a copier, fax
machine, and personal computer.
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.
Ability to train and review the work of others.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Graduation from a standard four-year high school or
the equivalent.
Experience:
Three 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.
Established: 9/18/97
Effective:
12/01/97