ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Job Description

Job Description

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