Accounting Assistant II

San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District • Modesto, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Assistant II is the experienced, journey-level class in the accounting support series. The position provides accounting and financial record-keeping support in areas including inventory control, accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, and financial reporting. The current vacancy is located in Modesto, California. The eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies.

The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District works to improve the health and quality of life of Valley residents through air quality management. Its STAR culture emphasizes Service, Teamwork, Attitude, and Respect, and exceptional service to the public, regulated community, other agencies, and fellow employees.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Two years of bookkeeping, accounting, or financial clerical experience; qualifying college coursework may substitute year for year.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures, including filing and operating standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of business arithmetic, including decimals and percentages; basic business data-processing principles and word-processing or personal-computing equipment; correct English usage; and the basic format for typed materials.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment, including a calculator and computer terminal; setting work priorities; coordinating activities and meeting critical deadlines; using initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; understanding and carrying out oral and written directions; and keyboarding to complete forms and enter information into a computer system.
• When applicable, a valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Ability to attend work daily as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Match and process invoices; reconcile statements and prepare payment requests.
• Provide vendors or contractors with information about invoices and purchase orders.
• Process fines, fees, charges, and other monies due to the District.
• Maintain inventory control of the District’s fixed assets.
• Maintain financial and statistical records; verify and proof data and make corrections as needed.
• Enter and retrieve data using an online or personal computer system.
• Prepare periodic and special reports.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Perform general office support duties, including typing, proofreading, filing, and answering the telephone.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED