Accounting Clerk Salary Range: $29,439-$32,169

JOB PURPOSE:  Enters data into the computerized financial system.  Maintains applicable accounting contract files.  May perform complex contract interpretation and implementation work.  Assists in preparation of information and necessary reports.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  High school diploma or GED required and minimum of one-year experience in accounting and/or bookkeeping required.

DEGREE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED (IF APPLICABLE):  N/A

DRIVING REQUIRED:  Yes  FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Appropriate written and verbal communication.

  • Ability to complete various complex reports and miscellaneous other documents with acceptable spelling and grammar.

  • Computer ? skilled in the use of technology with Microsoft Office and all Google applications.

  • Familiarity with community resources

  • Ability to build rapport with individuals including coworkers.

  • Demonstrate skill in utilizing appropriate professional tools.

  • Interacts with diverse cultural, ethnic, economic backgrounds, municipal organizations and agencies.

  • Acquires and uses new skills as the job requires.

  • Ability to work with considerable latitude and exercise discretion and independent judgment. This would include skills in problem solving.

  • Ability to complete all job requirements in a timely manner.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR CONDITIONS (specify):

  • May be required to interact with other consumers, referral sources, outside agencies, and family members to determine needs and actions to be taken.

  • Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state.

  • Liability insurance required if employee will operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business.  Must be insurable by Center's liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business.

  • Must complete all training requirements in month in which they are due.

  • Availability of a personal vehicle for business use may be required.

  • Work will take place within office setting and may include exposure to disruptive people and communicable diseases.

  • Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test.

  • Must successfully pass all background screens as required by the state

  • Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork, produce reports.

  • Must be physically able to perform all job requirements that may include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and standing or sitting for long periods of time if required.

  • Work flexible hours including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

  • Adhere to professional dress and appearance standards consistent with the position and daily workplace needs.