Accountant I

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC407080 Accounting

Summary:

The Accountant I position will assist in maintaining financial records and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles accounts. Responsible for daily, monthly, and yearly closing duties as well as other special projects as assigned. May assist with the development, completion, and publishing of the annual budget.

Salary:

Most new hires start between $23.00-$28.70 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information:

The Accountant I position will assist in maintaining financial records and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles accounts. Responsible for daily, monthly, and yearly closing duties as well as other special projects as assigned. May assist with the development, completion, and publishing of the annual budget.

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Recommended Education:

Required Work Experience:

Accounting - No experience required

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

Recommended Certifications:

Description

1. Reconciles balance sheet accounts to the general ledger for monthly and year-end processes. Researches and resolves all difference within prescribed timeframes footnoting resolutions and expected date of resolution, when necessary.

2. Maintains account reconciliation, journal entry, and daily duty standard operating procedures.

3. Posts journal entries and prepares reports and schedules according to department month and year-end closing schedules. Analyzes journal entries and their impact on financial statements.

4. Assists in the detail review, analysis and preparation of financial statements and schedules.

5. Assists with budgeting process and audit requests as needed.

6. Tests system upgrades and enhancements related to job duties.

7. Performs other duties as assigned.