Accounting Specialist 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Accountant is responsible for the performance of moderately difficult clerical accounting functions. As the successful candidate gains experience, more complex clerical accounting duties will be assigned. Work requires use of some judgment and interpretation of departmental and fiscal policies and regulations. Employee is expected to make decisions based on applicable policies of the Authority and solve problems identified by others.

(NOTE: Failure to provide adequate services, in an accurate and timely manner, may result in lost or misused revenues, inaccurate financial statements and financial problems for employees, contractors, and suppliers.)

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with preparation of the budget.
2. Assist with establishing, maintaining, and reconciling the general ledger.
3. Assist with establishing and maintaining supplier accounts.
4. Process supplier invoices.
5. Ensure data is entered into the system in an accurate and timely manner.
6. Issue checks for account payables.
7. Assist with the annual audit.
8. Maintain financial files and records.
9. Run daily paperwork in the absence of Complex Managers.
10. Collect rental payments from drop areas in the absence of Complex Managers.
11. Process payments and deposits in the absence of Complex Managers
12. Initiate the eviction process for the Authority and act as a Representative in Court when necessary.
13. Run Outstanding Balances Report semi-annually (January and July) to retrieve amounts owed by vacated tenants and charged off.
14. Back Up for E-LOCCS Accounting System.
15. Perform other related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Computerized accounting program knowledge.
2. Knowledge of accounts payables, accounts receivables, and payroll processing.
3. Knowledge of Authority’s policies and procedures, particularly pertaining to financial and asset management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. High School Diploma (or GED) or an equivalent combination of technical training, preferably supplemented by courses in business practices.
2. Previous experience in Accounting.
3. An equivalent combination of technical training and experience to meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must have a valid driver’s license.
2. Must be bondable.