Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of technical accounting duties in the review, evaluation and adjustment of assigned College accounts; maintain, audit and reconcile assigned accounts; prepare, maintain and assure accuracy of various financial records and reports.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Accounting Technician II performs more advanced accounting work requiring considerable accuracy and timeliness in areas such as accounts payable, general ledger, benefits and other more complex accounts. Incumbents work under general direction and have on-going responsibility for assigned accounts.

The Accounting Technician III works independently on more complex accounts, producing accounting reports requiring a more extensive knowledge of accounting principles and practices applicable to budgets, government reporting, student accounts and account auditing.

The Accounting Technician I provides general accounting support for various accounts and functions such as accounts receivable, cashiering and fee collection. Accounting work is covered by well established procedures and other assignments include clerical support of an assigned accounting area.

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college-level coursework in accounting or related field and two years general accounting experience.

Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of Community College Students.

*COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED*

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong writing skills
Strong verbal skills
Working knowledge of Excel, Adobe and Google Drive
Experience working in a paperless office
Experience with Ellucian Banner ERP

Hours may vary, 12 months per year, plus fringe benefits; 6 month probation period. All work schedules and work assignments are subject to change based on the needs of the College.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Methods, procedures and terminology used in technical accounting work.
Financial and statistical record-keeping techniques.
Preparation of financial statements and comprehensive accounting reports.
General accounting and business functions of an educational organization.
Policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities.
Use and processing of requisitions, purchase orders, invoices and related documents.
Preparation, review and control of assigned accounts.
Data control procedures and data entry operations.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy.
Arithmetic computations.

ABILITY TO:
Perform a variety of technical accounting duties in the review, evaluation and adjustment of assigned College accounts.
Maintain accurate financial and statistical records.
Prepare and evaluate comprehensive accounting reports and statements.
Verify, balance and adjust accounts.
Review, process, evaluate and verify a variety of financial information.
Identify, investigate and resolve financial errors and discrepancies.
Issue and distribute payments as assigned.
Monitor and audit income and expenditures.
Assemble, organize and prepare data for records and reports.
Reconcile, balance and audit assigned accounts.
Compare numbers and detect errors efficiently.
Learn, interpret, apply and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Perform arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard. Seeing to read a variety of materials. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Sitting for extended periods of time.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (Upon Offer of Employment):

• The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis prior to the start of employment.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires verification of identity and the right to work in the United States.
• Selected candidates must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Proof of college coursework or degrees indicated will be required of selected candidates.
• All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees.