Accounting Assistant

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$24.00/hr - $26.00/hr

Under the supervision of the Controller, the Accounting Assistant is responsible for supporting the accounting department by processing invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper coding, assisting with financial statement reconciliation, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, assisting with payroll processing to include data entry and verification, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports/tasks as needed, assists the Controller and CFO in preparation of Audit and Cost Reports, and ensures compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.

• Education:
  
  High School graduate or equivalent;
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field is a plus.
• Personal
  
  Job-Related Skills:
  
  Typing speed of 45 wpm, operation of ten key adding machine/calculator. Familiar with operating personal computers and knowledge of general clerical duties. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is a plus. Basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles. Proven experience in an administrative or accounting support role preferred. Experience with accounting software is a plus. Strong organizational and time management skills as well as exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Licensure, Registry or Certification:
  None required.
• Experience:
  
  Prior
  
  Work Experience:
  
  At least two years’ experience in accounting or related field.

• Perform financial calculations, such as amounts due, interest charges, balances, discounts, equity, and principle.
• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper GL coding.
• Receive, record, and deposit cash, checks, and vouchers.
• Reconcile records of bank transactions and reporting discrepancies found in financial records.
• Monitor status of loans and accounts to ensure that payments are up to date.
• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records using journals, monthly.
• Assist in preparing basic financial reports and summaries as requested.
• Perform general data entry for financial transactions, update spreadsheets, and provide administrative support to the accounting department.
• Payroll processing to include data entry and verification.
• Compute deductions for income and social security taxes, submits tax forms and returns, workers' compensation forms, pension contribution forms, and other government documents.
• Calculate and prepare checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.
• Perform general office duties, such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine correspondence.
• Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
• Follow safety guidelines and policies for the Hospital District.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

• Oral Communication — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words/sentences and communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Written Communication – The ability to read and understand information/ideas presented in writing and communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Duties of the position require extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking. Bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 20 pounds.

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Full-time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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