Accounting Specialist I/II (Wastewater)
About The Position
Salary: Accounting Specialist I: $19.21 - $24.49 Accounting Specialist II: $20.28 - $25.86 Performs paraprofessional accounting and financial record keeping work requiring knowledge of the practices and methods of accounting and familiarity with the operations and procedures of accounting systems. Employees assigned to this classification are primarily responsible for reviewing complex, detailed financial transaction documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with established criteria; as well as researching various records and performing detailed audits of transactions to correct errors and reconcile accounts through the use of computer and/or manual record keeping. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established procedures and performance is reviewed for technical accuracy through summary reports, verification of balances, discussions, and direct observation.
Requirements
- Accounting Specialist I: Associate's Degree in Accounting/Bookkeeping or related field with six (6) months experience in bookkeeping, clerical accounting, or related area required ; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Ability to operate personal computer and experience in data entry is required with specific knowledge in Workday and Excel highly desired .
- Some experience in accounts payable and processing supplier invoices required.
- Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.
- Accounting Specialist II: Associate's Degree in Accounting/Bookkeeping or related field with two (2) years of experience in bookkeeping, clerical accounting, or related area required ; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Ability to operate personal computer and experience in data entry is required with specific knowledge in JD Edwards and Excel highly desired .
- Some experience in accounts payable and processing supplier invoices required .
- Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.
- To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description.
- Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position.
- If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows: Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree; Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
Nice To Haves
- specific knowledge in Workday and Excel highly desired
- specific knowledge in JD Edwards and Excel highly desired
Responsibilities
- Reviewing complex, detailed financial transaction documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with established criteria
- Researching various records and performing detailed audits of transactions to correct errors and reconcile accounts through the use of computer and/or manual record keeping
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
