Accounting Clerk jobs in Idaho

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JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Accounting Clerk

Report Identification code: edaack

Job Purpose Statement: The job of "Accounting Clerk" is done for the purpose of providing support to financial functions; conveying and updating fiscal information; and ensuring fiscal practices are followed.

Essential Job Functions:

* Monitors asset inventory control for the purpose of ensuring an audit trail and minimizing losses.

* Maintains various fiscal information, files and records (vendor and payroll) for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance.

* Prepares cash deposits from district activities for the purpose of securing and depositing funds.

* Processes account balances for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and complying with related policies, practices and/or regulations.

* Processes requisitions for vendors and contractors for the purpose of ensuring compliance with regulations in acquisition of supplies; equipment and services.

* Prepares invoices and monitors accounts receivable for the purpose of collecting payment of various accounts.

* Reconciles bank balances to district cash balances for the purpose of providing accurate accountability and detection of discrepancies.

* Maintains fixed asset items for the purpose of maintaining accurate records and inventory of equipment and locations, including annual depreciation.

Other Job Functions:

* Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

* Attends meetings/training as requested and/or needed for the purpose of gathering and/or conveying information required to perform job functions.

* Assists other personnel in the processing of monthly payroll warrants and statements for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.

* Provides telephone and visitor support to reception area on a rotating basis for the purpose of ensuring continuity of office services.

Job Requirements - Qualifications:

* Experience Required: Job-related experience within specialized field

* Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

Skills to: use computers and accounting applications; maintain accurate and detailed records; apply accounting procedures and practices; and use English in both written and verbal form to communicate effectively with staff, vendors and the public.

Knowledge of: basic accounting practices; problem-solving methodology; and modern office methods.

Abilities to: think logically with attention to detail; prepare clear and accurate reports; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; interact with persons of different age groups and cultural/educational backgrounds; adhere to safe work practices; adjust to flexible work assignments; work cooperatively with others; perform a variety of tasks/work projects; work under time constraints; maintain confidentiality of personnel and appropriate financial records; read/interpret/apply rules, regulations and policies; make judgments based on common sense; work accurately, with attention to detail and with minimal supervision; plan and manage work projects; meet deadlines and schedules; and perform tasks in an environment with distractions and interruptions.

Significant physical abilities include sitting for prolonged periods, reaching/handling/ fingering, talking/hearing conversations and other sounds, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation.

* Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent with additional training in accounting principals/practices.

* Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.51 - $21.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person