Accounting Assistant

2 weeks ago

Reading, United States Berks County Full time
Job Description

The Accounting Assistant provides administrative support to the accounting department. The Accounting Assistant creates/generates reports and manages financial records under close supervision of the Controller, to ensure quality and accuracy of the assignments being completed.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
1. Assists debit card program with debit card issuance for the Election and Court departments. Evaluates and recommends opportunity to expand program.
2. Assists with various accounting related projects as directed.
3. Prepares assigned bank reconciliations and generates related reports.
4. Prepares reports as requested by management, including weekly cash disbursement report to the Board of Commissioners.
5. Participates in training and development to ensure knowledge of accounting standards and best professional practices.
6. Administer the escheat program.
7. Assist Controller with reviewing accounts payable functions and reports.
8. Vendor set-up, maintenance, 1099, direct deposit set-up.
9. Assist Controller with ACH implementation and maintenance.
10. Monthly Reconciliation Accounts receivable and Accounts payable
11. Assist with the Bid Collection process- receipt, custody, witness, and release documents to purchasing per county code.

Non-Essential Functions
None.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in accounting, finance or business, or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business.
2. At least 5 years of bookkeeping, accounting, and accounts payable experience in a corporate or business setting, familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles.
3. Applicable experience may be substituted for any requirement at the discretion of the Controller.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
1. Basic knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
2. Attention to detail.
3. Excellent personal computer skills in Excel, Word, and Power point.
4. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
5. Ability to collaborate with others.
6. Physical presence in the office is required.
7. Ability to work in the fast-paced environment.

8. Ability to handle stress

9.Physical presence in the office is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
May occasionally be required to lift and move heavy files and boxes of stored records of approximately 20 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Normal office environment.

This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.

About Us

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The County of Berks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

About Us:

Berks County is a combination of rich farm country, industry, beautiful parks, entertainment, and top-notch educational institutions. Whether you are interested in County services, the availability of our parks, tax rates, or other county information, this is the place to start.

About the Team

Mission Statement:

It is the mission of Berks County government and all County employees to administer and deliver services to the citizens of the County in the most effective, efficient and professional manner possible within the constraints of the financial resources available.

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