ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN, NF-03

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME. GOVERNMENT POSITIONS MUST INCLUDE PAY PLAN, SERIES, GRADE, TO AND FROM DATES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCY/DEPARTMENT.

Must include at least one year of experience performing duties at a level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully in the position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: Work experience performing accounting support duties as described above. To include: Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits and credits, normal account balances, and the impact of transactions on the general ledger.

Experience performing account reconciliations, particularly accounts payable or similar financial accounts, and researching and resolving discrepancies. Ability to monitor vendor accounts and statements to ensure invoices and payments are processed timely and outstanding balances are properly addressed. Strong understanding of deposit recognition, reconciliation, and tracking, with the ability to identify missing, delayed, or irregular deposits.

Ability to research and resolve invoice discrepancies by reviewing invoices, purchase orders, receiving documentation, payment records, and coordinating with appropriate personnel. Ability to communicate professionally with vendors and internal staff to resolve invoice, payment, and account issues. Ability to establish and maintain organized vendor payment files and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable records-management requirements.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": Associate's degree in Accounting or a related business field with additional accounting coursework sufficient to meet the 24-hour accounting requirement. Must provide transcripts for credit.

Ensures the accuracy and timeliness of accounting documents submitted by assigned activities. Maintains assigned subsidiary ledgers for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, customer deposits, unearned income, annual leave payable, equipment, prepaid items and central storeroom accounts. Determines that all transactions are properly processed and that total activity agrees with predetermined control tables.

Analyses and reviews reports and machine listing to assure they are in balance and in proper format and sort sequence, that accounting data is valid and that it adheres to prescribed regulatory manuals and procedures. Classifies erroneous conditions referring complex errors/problems to the accountant. Takes corrective action to bring reports and listings into balance. Verifies corrected copy and recommends changes in procedures to prevent a recurrence of the problem.