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North Slope Borough
Accounting Specialist
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What they do
An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$49,537 / year median in Alaska
-14% projected decline
Job Description
Perform routine accounting functions in accordance with standard office procedures and Borough policy. The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Perform routine administrative accounting duties in accordance with Borough policy. Post details of business and accounting transactions to journals, ledgers and other records. Prepares and distributes checks and authorizations as directed. Receives, verifies and enters department invoices, timesheets, and other data into computer tracking systems. Receives and records payments, which may include fees, rent, utility, tax and other accounts receivable payments. Work with customers for resolution with delinquent accounts. Provide information and assistance to visitors and others having business with the department; assists customers with applications, government forms and other documents; answers phones; responds to request for information within the span of authority. Prepares daily deposit slips and balances cash receipts. Health Department May be required to work a non-traditional work schedule to include evening, holidays and weekends and may be subject to 24 hour on-call status. Respect clients by recognizing their rights and maintaining confidentiality, including HIPAA requirements. Protect self, co-workers and consumers by following policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge of Borough policies and procedures. Knowledge of the principles of record keeping and records management. Knowledge of principles and practices of government accounting and mathematical computations. Knowledge of specialized computer software applications. Skill in data entry Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of standard software. Skill in CIS utility billing system.(Public Works) High school graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years education and related work experience. Two years of clerical accounting and computer experience.