ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN in Merced, California at Merced County Community Action
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Job Description
OVERVIEW:
Under general supervision of the Senior Accountant, incumbents perform intermediate financial,
statistical and accounting duties, generate and assist in the preparation of financial analyses and reports,
and maintain computer-based accounting records. This is a non-exempt position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Preparation and implementation of employee payroll, accounts payable and/or accounts
receivable
• Maintenance of payables, receivables, payroll, retirement and/or similar statistical records
• Assist in developing financial record keeping and/or accounting systems
• Prepare technically difficult statistical and/or accounting reports from a variety of sources
• Prepare grant expenditure claims and deposits
• Balance accounts and research errors
• Explain regulations/ procedures to departments and answer inquiries using independent judgment
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employer and employee records
• Perform miscellaneous related tasks to support department and Agency goals
• Maintain timely and accurate filing systems for easy location and retrieval of documents
EXPERIENCE/ KNOWLEDGE:
• Minimum of three years working for a public agency with demonstrated ability in performing
required job functions
• Ability to effectively communicate complex issues with co-workers, management and outside
services
• Working proficiency with a personal computer and financial databases. Ability to type 40 wpm;
operate 10-key by touch and operate business machines
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize while considering deadlines and due dates
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of detailed financial record keeping; Familiar with
payroll taxes (a plus)
• Working knowledge of EXCEL spreadsheets and accounting databases
• Ability to explain and follow oral and written directions
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of Agency and employee information
LICECENCES AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of minimum California vehicle
insurance
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable
accommodation
• Ability to walk, stoop and bend as needed; ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally
and to sit up to 85% of scheduled working time
EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS:
• AA Degree in Accounting plus two years accounting experience. Applicable work experience
may be considered in lieu of education
OVERVIEW:
Under general supervision of the Senior Accountant, incumbents perform intermediate financial,
statistical and accounting duties, generate and assist in the preparation of financial analyses and reports,
and maintain computer-based accounting records. This is a non-exempt position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Preparation and implementation of employee payroll, accounts payable and/or accounts
receivable
• Maintenance of payables, receivables, payroll, retirement and/or similar statistical records
• Assist in developing financial record keeping and/or accounting systems
• Prepare technically difficult statistical and/or accounting reports from a variety of sources
• Prepare grant expenditure claims and deposits
• Balance accounts and research errors
• Explain regulations/ procedures to departments and answer inquiries using independent judgment
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employer and employee records
• Perform miscellaneous related tasks to support department and Agency goals
• Maintain timely and accurate filing systems for easy location and retrieval of documents
EXPERIENCE/ KNOWLEDGE:
• Minimum of three years working for a public agency with demonstrated ability in performing
required job functions
• Ability to effectively communicate complex issues with co-workers, management and outside
services
• Working proficiency with a personal computer and financial databases. Ability to type 40 wpm;
operate 10-key by touch and operate business machines
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize while considering deadlines and due dates
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of detailed financial record keeping; Familiar with
payroll taxes (a plus)
• Working knowledge of EXCEL spreadsheets and accounting databases
• Ability to explain and follow oral and written directions
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of Agency and employee information
LICECENCES AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of minimum California vehicle
insurance
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable
accommodation
• Ability to walk, stoop and bend as needed; ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally
and to sit up to 85% of scheduled working time
EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS:
• AA Degree in Accounting plus two years accounting experience. Applicable work experience
may be considered in lieu of education