Part-Time Accountant

Part Time Professional Level Accounting Work

This is part time professional level accounting work in the maintenance of accounting and financial records. Work requires an understanding and application of the accounting and financial management theories, principles, and practices usually gained through degree granting schools, or an equivalent level of practical knowledge gained through experience. The work is covered by clearly defined policies and accounting principles and the employee is required to exercise judgment in determining how to accomplish program objectives. The work requires the use of judgment in searching for solutions or new applications within one's known experiences. Work is performed in an office environment. Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer, oracle financial software and spreadsheets. The physical demands consist mainly of sitting or standing at a workstation for extended periods of time and occasionally lifting and moving light objects. The work is performed under administrative direction where the work is subject to operating plans, objectives, functional policies, and precedents, and the worker is given the freedom to determine how and when expected results are achieved. The work is reviewed in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work projects, and effectiveness in meeting requirements or expected results.

Examples Of Work

• Reconciles escrow accounts, balances financial statements, accounting records, and ledgers.
• Maintain and audit financial records, accounts, ledgers, and journals.
• Prepare financial reports and analyze financial data.
• Assist with division needs relative to accounts payable, accounts receivable, monitoring of accounts, escrow accounts, permit refunds, and other financial assistance as needed.
• Analyze expenditure trends and revenue forecasts to support strategic planning.
• Assist the Operations Manager in preparing and overseeing the annual operating and non-departmental budgets.
• Monitors monthly budget expenditures and revenue data to prevent fund control issues.
• Complete special projects and assignments/duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of laws, rules and policies governing fiscal and accounting books, records, and accounts.
• Knowledge of personal computers using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and various accounting software.
• Knowledge of office procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems.
• Skill in making and verifying mathematical calculations.
• Skill in maintaining accounting and fiscal records.
• Ability to apply accounting and auditing knowledge to work assignments.
• Ability to evaluate accounting and auditing procedures.
• Ability to analyze and audit accounting, fiscal, and reports.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and apply job related rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports.
• Ability to develop computer-based spreadsheets, graphs, summaries, and reports.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and various accounting related software.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

• Four (4) years of education and/or experience in accounting or professional level financial work.
• Successful completion of accounting course work at the college level from an accredited institution - preferred.
• One (1) year of accounting experience - preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in accounting, finance, or business - preferred.