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ACCOUNTING CLERK II

Job Field: Office Jobs
Location: Poway, CA
Salary: $Not stated
JOB SUMMARY:
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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general supervision, with instructions on
routine work and detailed instructions on new
activities, this position is responsible for
performing a variety of general accounting support
tasks in an Accounts Payable department. Verifies
accuracy of invoices and other accounting
documents or records. Updates and maintains
records detailing financial business transactions
for accounts payable and disbursements.   Enters
data into computer system using defined computer
programs compiles data and prepares a variety of
reports. Reconciles records with internal company
employees, management, and external vendors.
Recommends actions to resolve discrepancies and
investigates questionable data.
Essential Functions
Prepares and inputs vendor invoices into a
computerized five-way match system including
accounts payable, purchasing, receiving, quality
assurance, and inventory. Verifies applicable use
and sales tax. Ensures that non-purchase order
payments have appropriate signature authority.
Prepares vendor setup and identifies vendors
requiring 1099 income statements.
Verifies computer printouts for proprietary of
accounting transactions, notifying operating
personnel.
Responds to written or verbal inquiries from
operating division or vendors. Prepares analysis
of less complex general ledger accounts.
Maintains accounting files and records.
Contacts are typically with individuals within own
company as well as vendors and on occasion, with
internal or external auditors.
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations
and other applicable obligations wherever and
whenever business is conducted on behalf of the
Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in
accordance with established operating practices
and procedures.
Additional Functions
Other duties as assigned or required.
May support company and DCAA audits by providing
document research.
May prepare checks for mailing and distribution.
EOE
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Typically requires a high school diploma and two
or more years of progressive experience in an
Accounts Payable department or a related field.
May substitute additional experience in lieu of
education. Must have knowledge of computer
operations and applications, clerical accuracy and
proficiency with spreadsheets. Must possess the
ability to understand new concepts quickly
organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases
and, determine the appropriate approach at the
task level or, with assistance, at the project
level to provide solutions to a range of problems.
Must have effective oral and written communication
skills, computer, documentation, and interpersonal
skills. Must be able to work independently and as
part of a team and capable of effectively
interacting with professional staff.   Able to
accept new responsibilities and special projects
as required.  Must have analytic and problem
solving skills.   Familiarity with MS Office
Excel, Word, Outlook.  Able to work extended
hours as required.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
None High School/GED
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