ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN I – Trust Fund - Commissary and Trust Fund - Huntsville (921018 921022)

Texas Department of Criminal Justice • Huntsville, TX

14h

About The Position

Performs routine technical accounting support work. Work involves performing detailed assignments in recording, classifying, examining, and verifying financial records, documents, and reports. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• One year full-time, wage-earning customer service, clerical, secretarial, administrative support, or accounting clerical experience. Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each six months of experience.
• Must have a valid Class C driver license.
• Must maintain valid license(s) for continued employment in position.
• Knowledge of data entry procedures and document flow.
• Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
• Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
• Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
• Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in problem-solving techniques.
• Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
• Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment.
• Skill to perform data entry and retrieval of information.
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.
• Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
• Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, reviews, and proofs reports, correspondence, accounting transactions, deposits, withdrawals, vouchers, and other trust fund forms.
• Compiles, organizes, and tabulates data; reviews and post information to agency records; modified forms and records; and performs data entry, retrieval, and data searches.
• Retrieves and distributes documents, supplies, equipment, records, inmate files, and other items to agency offices and unit locations; opens, sorts, and distributes mail; and maintains logs of document processing and other related records.
• Answers inquiries regarding policies and procedures; performs receptionist and telephone switchboard duties; and maintains files, records, and documents in an automated system.
• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees