Accounting Clerk II

Employee performs routine technical accounting work. 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. Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial accounting documents and records. Compiles statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports and tables pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses. 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. Assists with the preparation of financial statements and operating reports. May assist in preparing the budget. 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 audit and approve field operating reports, vouchers, claims, invoices, requisitions, estimates, purchase orders, statements, and similar records. May receive cash, prepare deposit slips, and maintain cash control records. Performs related work as assigned. Two academic years from an accredited college or university with course work in accounting. Two (2) years of related experience may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. One (1) year of experience with accounting or bookkeeping principles.

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 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. Ability to accurately perform detailed numerical work. Ability to make arithmetical computations, and to prepare financial and accounting records. Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and 10-key calculator.