Accounting Assistant

JCPRD Verhaeghe Park • Shawnee, KS

450d • $42,848 - $57,970

About The Position

The Accounting Assistant position at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) involves supporting the financial operations of the organization by processing various accounting transactions, maintaining records, and assisting with payroll functions. This role is crucial in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance, contributing to the overall mission of enhancing community life through parks and recreation services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative functions involving record keeping or a related area.
• Attention to detail and analytical skills, including research and data interpretation abilities.
• Basic mathematical and accounting skills.
• Beginner-level spreadsheet and word-processing skills.
• Keyboarding ability and human relations/interpersonal skills.
• Written communication skills, including business writing and report writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Project management skills, including organization and coordination of duties.
• Time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Budget-related skills, including advanced accounting, math, and statistics skills.
• Beginner-level skills in database creation/maintenance and financial management systems.
• Oral communication skills, including presentations to individuals and small groups.

Responsibilities

• Review, reconcile, compile, track, and process accounting transactions involving cash, receipts, invoices, requisitions, vouchers, journal entries, and expense reports.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with internal and external contacts to resolve discrepancies and update information.
• Prepare standard and customized reports, including summaries of balances and cost information.
• Assist with processing fiscal period opening and closing transactions.
• Maintain and update files; gather and collate records to compile information.
• Conduct payroll processing tasks, including verifying timesheets and resolving payroll discrepancies.
• Complete and verify data entry and distribute paychecks.
• Provide information and answer questions from staff regarding payroll issues.
• Maintain attendance and leave tracking records.
• Act as a functional representative in data management systems and provide training to new users.
• Coordinate Family and Medical Leave according to policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

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