Junior Accountant
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Job Title: Junior Accountant
Location: Rochester City School District
Job Type: FullTime MonFri 8a5p
Pay Rate: $23/hr
Company: TES Staffing
Job Description:
TES Staffing is currently seeking a motivated and detailoriented Junior Accountant to support the Rochester City School District. This is an entrylevel accounting position that involves performing general bookkeeping duties reviewing and posting financial entries and preparing standard financial reports. The role requires the ability to work with both automated and manual accounting systems and to follow established accounting procedures. The Junior Accountant will report directly to a higherlevel staff member and may oversee clerical staff as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to begin their career in accounting in an educational setting.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This position is distinguished from an Accountant position in that it is a semiprofessional role that does not involve the preparation of financial reports. The work is performed under general supervision and the employee follows prescribed accounting methods while receiving guidance from higherlevel staff.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
The Junior Accountant will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Review and post accounting entries in the computerized system including accounts payable accounts receivable and the general ledger.
- Assist in maintaining and recording departmental expenditures and budget line accounts.
- Deposit money to the appropriate accounts.
- Reconcile receipts expenditures and deposits with internal clerical or accounting staff as well as with banking institutions.
- Prepare departmental and fiscal operating reports using existing templates and forms.
- Complete information on reports and vouchers and audit reports prepared by others prior to submission.
- Enter details into invoices claims payroll entries and other required documents.
- Contact internal departments municipalities and businesses to resolve accounting matters.
- Work on special projects to support revenue maximization or cost reduction under the guidance of higherlevel accounting personnel.
- Design and use spreadsheets and databases within existing software to meet accounting needs.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES SKILLS ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- Good knowledge of general bookkeeping accounting and auditing principles and methods.
- Familiarity with internal checks and controls.
- Ability to use an automated accounting system and perform accurate data entry.
- Proficiency in designing and maintaining spreadsheets and databases within existing software programs.
- Ability to reconcile accounts and ensure financial accuracy.
- Strong communication skills both written and oral.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
- Strong mathematical ability and attention to detail.
- Good judgment and a professional demeanor.
- Physical condition adequate for the responsibilities of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered for this position candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
- (A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York Stateregistered college or university with an Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting; OR
- (B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York Stateregistered college or university with a Bachelors degree in Economics Finance or Business Administration that included a minimum of 15 semester credit hours in accounting; OR
- (C) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York Stateregistered college or university with an Associates degree in Economics Finance or Business Administration that included a minimum of 15 semester credit hours in accounting plus one year of fulltime or parttime equivalent paid experience in accounting auditing or bookkeeping; OR
- (D) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A) (B) and (C) above.
Note: Candidates who meet the qualifications under (B) or (C) must submit a transcript or itemized list of completed coursework at the time of application.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- A valid New York State drivers license or the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position is required upon appointment.
To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application to TES Staffing. This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career with the Rochester City School District in a supportive and dynamic work environment.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Hourly
