Accounting Clerk I

Job Title

Employee performs routine technical accounting work.

Job Description

Work involves performing detailed assignments in recording, classifying, examining, and verifying financial records, documents, or reports; Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Examples Of Work Performed

Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial accounting documents and records. Assists with financial audits. Calculates, prepares, and issues bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures. Prepares payment, cash, general journal, and related vouchers. Reconciles accounts and bank statements or appropriation balances. Researches discrepancies, and reports findings. May assist with an annual inventory of equipment and supplies. May perform payroll-related activities. May perform financial calculations such as amounts due, interest charges, balances, discounts, equity, and principal. May receive cash, prepare deposit slips, and maintain cash control records. Performs related work as assigned.

Education And Experience

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience with accounting or bookkeeping principles preferred. Certificates, Licenses and Registration: Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems. Skill in the use of a personal computer and related office equipment. Ability to review work for accuracy, to accurately perform detailed numerical work, to make arithmetical computations, and to prepare financial and accounting records. Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and 10-key calculator.