ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN 2

General Responsibilities:

This is journey-level paraprofessional accounting work in the development and reconciliation of accounting records/reports, and/or the administration of accounting-related programs. Under the general supervision of a professional Accountant, employees exercise judgment and discretion in the completion of assigned tasks. Work is normally performed with a high degree of independence within established guidelines.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

Independently prepare and submit technical financial reports having a prescribed format.

Prepare and maintain account balances of grants, enterprise funds or similar fiscal appropriations.

Independently perform paraprofessional bookkeeping functions relative to receipts, disbursements, and data collection. Perform necessary follow-up, e.g., collections.

Prepare initial reconciliations between subsidiary and general ledger accounts.

Provide general consultation to clerical staff on related policies, procedures and accounting standards.

Calculate and process disbursements such as utility payments, training and travel advances and housing assistance payments subject to review, approval and/or correction. Respond to questions/issues as appropriate.

Assist in the development and/or maintenance of complex computerized accounting systems.

Perform and/or participate in accounting studies. Submit related background data and findings.

Participate in routine internal and external audits under the general supervision of a professional. Gather and review pertinent data, and prepare standardized reports on financial and operational information. Submit reports for review.

Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledges, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of directly related bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, procedures and terminology. Working knowledge of general office practices. Working knowledge of related recordkeeping principles and systems. Ability to independently implement related paraprofessional accounting activities, e.g., to prepare and reconcile accounting records/reports; to calculate and process accounts receivable/payable; and to implement related accounting programs and systems. Ability to interpret, explain and apply related accounting standards. Ability to operate a calculator and make necessary calculations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to maintain adequate attendance.

Training and Experience:

One year of paraprofessional accounting experience comparable to that gained as an Accounting Technician 1 with the City of Madison. Such experience would normally be gained after graduation from an accredited two year business college or technical school with an Associate Degree in accounting. Other combinations of training and/or experience which can be demonstrated to result in the possession of the knowledges, skills and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this position will also be considered.