Accounting Specialist position available in the Business Office Cato Campus.

​Anticipated hiring date:  September 15, 2021

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday

Hours per week:  40 hours

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General Function

​Performs a variety of technical accounting tasks related to preparing, maintaining, and reviewing financial reports and records.

​Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

1.    Processes various forms and other financial information and materials; enters financial information.
2.    Balances and reconciles assigned accounts and/or funds; researches and reconciles any problems or discrepancies.
3.    Gathers and summarizes data; conducts research and analyzes information; prepares financial reports.
4.    May prepare various journal entries; may make recommendations regarding journal entries.
5.    May enter budget revision requests and other financial information into computer system; may review computer printouts for accuracy.
6.    May monitor activity in assigned accounts; may audit specified accounts for accuracy; may create accounts.
7.    May provide information and respond to inquiries; may advise departments on policies and procedures relating to budget and other financial questions.
8.    May review various financial forms and records; may research and resolve discrepancies.
9.    Performs other duties as assigned. 

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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Characteristics

*  Knowledge of office rules, procedures and operations regarding budgets, purchasing, accounts payable, etc.
*  Good oral and written communications skills emphasizing financial information
*  Knowledge of computer and accounting software
*  Ability to maintain, review and audit financial records
*  Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds

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