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NEOGOV · 14 hours ago

Accounting Assistant - Journey

Auburn, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$25.70/hr - $32.10/hr

2+ years exp

Placer County is a diverse region in California, and they are seeking an Accounting Assistant to perform clerical accounting and financial work in support of various functional areas. The role involves maintaining financial records, processing payroll, and assisting with accounts receivable and payable tasks.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform clerical accounting, financial or bookkeeping work associated with the maintenance of journals and subsidiary ledgers, payroll, treasury, tax billing and collections, general ledgers, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fiscal controls and similar financial records

Prepare periodic statements and analyses of statistical and financial records related to area of assignment

May process time records and prepare payroll and related records

Assist in the conduct of accounting and statistical studies and compute cost and revenue estimates

Classify and post expenditures, revenues or authorizations to the appropriate budgetary or ledger accounts; maintain records of postings; and reconcile to financial reports

Keep ledger accounts; balance accounts; review, identify and correct irregularities; assist with collections of delinquent accounts

Receive financial or statistical documents; screen for accuracy and adherence to legal and procedural requirements; carry out proper steps to ensure or authorize payments and delivery; post to records, check and balance totals

Make computations and changes to financial and statistical data, apply standard formulas or predetermined guides; assemble financial and statistical data from a variety of sources and prepare or assist in preparing financial and statistical reports

Receive and process a variety of payments at the front counter; review customer information for accuracy and research account status; generate receipt and respond to customer questions

Assist with the collection of delinquent accounts

Review and process department payroll ensuring accuracy; research and correct errors; process leave requests; and respond to questions from department staff

Assist in the conduct of accounting and statistical studies and compute cost and revenue estimates

Process accounts payable involving the review and coding of invoices to appropriate contracts; verify materials are received and charges are accurate; monitor contracts to ensure sufficient funds for payment

Track and monitor contracts and insurance; create and/or make changes to supplier records, contract encumbrances and amendments

Prepare, review and approve cash, credit card and check receipts; perform account adjustments; reconcile and process refunds and overpayments

Research, verify and process warrant reissues

Collect and track a variety of data; prepare invoices, billings and/or claims and balance accounts; maintain customer/client accounts

Receive and review tax documentation

Classify and post expenditures, revenues or authorizations to the appropriate budgetary or ledger accounts; maintain records of postings; and reconcile to financial reports

Keep ledger accounts; balance accounts; review, identify and correct irregularities; assist with collections of delinquent accounts

May contact other governmental agencies, private agencies and County employees to obtain information for and clarify financial/statistical records and transactions

Operate standard office equipment including word processing applications as assigned; may perform duties on computer spreadsheet programs; operate stand alone computer software programs as related to assigned area

Prepare complex financial or statistical reports and summaries independently; recommend improvements in financial recordkeeping procedures and systems

Assist in preparing budget estimates; prepare trial balances, recapitulations, balance sheets and complex statistical and financial reports

Meet with the public to obtain data, interpret information and answer questions; prepare routine correspondence to answer questions, request information or provide explanations

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service

Perform related duties as assigned

Qualification

Financial recordkeepingClerical accountingPayroll processingStatistical analysisAccounts payableAccounts receivableCustomer serviceData entryBasic arithmeticCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeamworkAttention to detailTime managementOrganizational skills

Required

Two years of responsible experience in keeping and reviewing financial records

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade

May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position

Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required

Methods, practices and terminology used in financial and statistical recordkeeping

Arithmetic calculations related to statistical and financial record keeping

Principles and practices of computer hardware and software including word processing, spreadsheets and database packages

Principles and practices of filing and record keeping

Principles and practices of clerical accounting, financial and bookkeeping and statistical recordkeeping

Pertinent laws, codes, and regulations

On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time

Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; lift light weight

Intermittently, review documents related to Department operations; observe, identify and problem-solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain Department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve office issues for the public and with staff

Make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately

Post financial and statistical records

Learn the organization, procedures and operating details of the County Department to which assigned

Use modern office equipment and computers

Verify and check files and data

Understand and carry out both oral and written directions

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and fellow employees of the County

Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner

Communicate effectively in writing and speaking

Independently perform difficult clerical accounting and financial recordkeeping work involving initiative and judgment

Maintain journals and subsidiary ledgers, general ledgers, fiscal controls and similar financial records

Review financial or statistical documents; screen for accuracy and adherence to legal and procedural requirements; carry out proper steps to ensure or authorize payments and delivery, post to records, check and balance totals

Apply financial and statistical recordkeeping principles to the maintenance of statistical, accounting, financial and payroll transactions

Perform quick, accurate data entry

Operate a 10-key adding machine by touch

Organize tasks and determine priorities in order to meet assigned deadlines