Accounting Technician

Group Definition: Accountants perform professional accounting work that requires application of accounting theories, concepts, principles, and standards to the financial activities of the organization. The work includes preparing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting accounting data; operating, maintaining, and modifying accounting systems; using accounting information to recommend solutions to management problems and structuring of organizational programs; managing operating and analyzing cost accounting systems; and designing, implementing, and assessing internal control processes and systems. Essential Functions: (The functions listed below are characteristic of the type and level of work associated with this group and pay band. They are not all-inclusive. Individual positions may perform some or all, as well as other similar work.) Accounts Receivable: Prepare invoices and related required reports for all grants and contracts, send to customers monthly and accurately post AR ledger entries in the accounting software. Prepare miscellaneous expenditure reports as requested by customers and funders. Monitor contracts and grants balances, expenditures, identify and resolve discrepancies to ensure that costs do not exceed budgeted amounts by line item. Analyze causes for exceeding budget; propose solutions and make approved adjusting entries. Enter deposits into accounting software. Other Duties: Review A/P as needed as back-up to the GL Accountant. Assist A/P Technician as needed. Review PO\'s as needed as back-up to the GL Accountant. General Fiscal department filing. Other duties as assigned.