Accounting Technician

Valley Metro • Valley Metro Administrative Offices 101 N 1st Ave Suite 1300 Phoenix AZ 85003, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ensure accurate financial recordkeeping by supporting accounts receivable and payable, including reconciling general ledger accounts. The full pay range for the position is $23.14 - $34.70 per hour, with an anticipated starting rate between entry ($23.14) and midpoint ($28.92) of the range. It’s essential to note that the actual salary offered will be determined based on several factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training, and internal equity considerations.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in accounting, finance or related field and two (2) years of experience in: Clerical accounting, Accounts payable/receivable, or bookkeeping Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Practices
• Knowledge of Invoice processing procedures
• Knowledge of Account reconciliation methodologies
• Knowledge of Cash handling processes
• Knowledge of Budget principles
• Knowledge of Fundamental use of procurement tracking practices
• Knowledge of Detail-oriented data entry procedures
• Knowledge of Using a computer and related software
• Skill in Processing payments and verifying documentation
• Skill in Recording transactions into accounting software
• Skill in Balancing accounts and resolving discrepancies
• Skill in Filing financial documents systematically
• Skill in Supporting purchasing and requisition tasks
• Skill in Communication and interpersonal skills to exchange information and receive work direction

Nice To Haves

• Additional education cannot be substituted for experience

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, including verifying related documentation, accounting codes, and approval, and facilitating corrections.
• Process accounts receivable, including receiving cash and checks, recording and preparing deposits, reconciling cash receipts with accounts, and verifying payment accuracy.
• Enter information into the accounting system; submit records for review; and maintain and organize documentation, prepare reports, and related correspondence.
• Reconcile invoices and purchase orders against encumbrances; verify charges and available funding; and coordinate with Business Services Specialist to facilitate corrections as appropriate.
• Serve as a department and vendor resource in providing procedural guidance and general information; respond to or escalate accounting-related inquiries; and resolve routine accounting-related issues.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree