Accounting Technician

Account Technician The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for the position of ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN . There is currently one vacancy in the Financial Services Department. The successful candidate will maintain accurate records, optimize city-wide financial transactions, and support fiscal operations. Responsibilities Maintain and balance general and subsidiary accounting ledgers, including journal entries and postings. Close and balance accounts, perform bank reconciliations, audit cash receipts and disbursements. Prepare statements, reports, spreadsheets, and budgets according to specific reporting formats and accounting principles. Analyze accounts, grants, bonds, and revenues; assist in preparing the department budget. Create and monitor new accounts, research computer errors, and make corrections. Assist professional staff in collecting accounting information and formulating related reports. Process invoices for payment, maintain vendor files, and lead accounting clerical personnel as needed. Notarize loan documents and perform related duties as assigned. Knowledge of Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. Principles and procedures of financial recordkeeping and reporting. Applicable computer software and programs. Methods, practices, and terminology used in preparing and maintaining accounting reports. Principles and procedures of advanced accounting and investments. Ability to Understand and interpret the principles, laws and procedures involved in financial recordkeeping and clerical accounting functions. Analyze existing procedures and recommend new service delivery methods. Prepare clear and concise reports. Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Maintain mental capacity to make sound decisions and demonstrate intellectual capabilities. Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception necessary for successful performance of duties. Experience and Training Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible technical accounting experience, preferably in a municipal accounting environment. Training: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade, supplemented by college-level coursework in accounting or a related field. Environmental and Physical Conditions Office environment; exposure to computer screens and telephones. Essential functions may require prolonged sitting, use of headsets while working, speaking, and hearing to exchange information. The City of Oceanside is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr