- Junior
- Escritório em Fresno
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.
SUMMARY
Responsible for performing general accounting duties under the direction of the Finance Director, Assistant Finance Director, and/or Manager.
Assist in the fulfillment of the agency’s vision, “For Those We Serve,” by empowering individuals to thrive as healthy, self-sufficient and contributing members of our communities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position is assigned to serve in one or more accounting areas within the Finance Office, including but not limited to: Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Insurance, Payroll, Program Accounting (includes budgeting, monitoring, and reporting), Quality Assurance, Retirement Plans, and/or Treasury.
Prepare, examine, and/or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
Assist employees, vendors, and/or funding agencies with inquiries.
Compare invoices, purchase orders, and other supporting documents for consistency.
Generate journal entries.
Maintain Excel worksheets for tracking of data and potential import into software systems.
Perform preliminary reconciliation of accounts.
Prepare audit schedules and special reports, as assigned.
Prepare cost allocations.
Review and follow-up on outstanding checks.
Review employee time records for accuracy and appropriateness.
Review data and compile it into financial reports for billing purposes.
Review transactions to ensure compliance with control procedures.
Support supervisors in developing and conducting presentations.
Trace general ledger activity to supporting documentation and identify irregularities.
Prepare and submit reports for assigned duties and communicate status to appropriate parties as required.
Perform sorting and filing.
Occasionally travel for agency business using personal/agency vehicle.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Work evenings and weekends as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To execute this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field required.
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of relevant experience preferred.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices (with preference in grant reporting and related governmental regulations) and procedures.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and computerized accounting systems/applications, 10 Key by touch, and data entry experience in accounting environment.
Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
Able to meet established deadlines.
Strong analytical skills.
Maintain a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance as required by State law.
Pass a criminal background investigation and credit history check. Maintain criminal clearance and acceptable credit history.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Fresno EOC.
(REV. 01/30/2018)
