Accounting Technician

• Detail-oriented and analytical.
• Reliable team member and adaptable in the work environment.
• Strong research and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated quick learner and strong independent work ethic.
• Transparent effective and interactive in communications.
• Resourceful creative and able to foster new ideas for efficiencies.

• Assists with the review of and/or prepares general journal entries and enters monthly adjustments into automated accounting system.
• Assists with monthly reconciliation of assets liability fixed assets bank revenue and expenditure accounts.
• Assists with the creation and analysis of revenue and expense reports and general ledger reports; distributes and explains reports as needed.
• Updates accounts receivable in insurance software.
• Prepares and posts cash receipts.
• Prepares bank deposits.
• Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Prepares Accounts Receivable invoices.
• Prepares Accounts Payable invoices.
• Reviews all customer accounts for accuracy in payments and distributions; reviews and confirms postings to daily cash log.
• Prepares and assists with annual audits.
• May provide task-specific support and guidance to other techs as appropriate.
• Maintains logs enters and balances account data and generates statistical summary reports as required.
• Responsible for maintaining current Auto Accounts Receivable process.
• Involved in the implementation of new processes.
• Reviews and validates daily and monthly files before posting.
• Scans stores and electronically maintains all appropriate documents.
• Participates in cross-functional team process improvement projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one year accounting experience required.
• GP Accounting or AINS certification preferred.
• Accounts Receivables and Accounts Payable experience preferred.
• Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Accounting Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. No felony theft or fraud convictions.

• New employees must complete the Associate in Insurance (AINS) designation within six months from the end of the 90-day evaluation period to be eligible for advancement and incentive compensation.
• For continued employment employees must complete an elective course and six hours of professional development within 12 months after the end of the 90-day evaluation period.

• Knowledge of the functions and structure of AMERIND.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) including computerized accounting accounts payable bookkeeping practices and record keeping procedures as well as appropriate local state and federal regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of modern office practices procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge of research methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of managerial and statistical analysis techniques and reporting procedures.
• Ability to utilize an automated accounting system.
• Ability to process computer data and to format and generate reports.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions.
• Ability to make judgments based on an interpretation of existing policy and procedure.
• Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain accuracy of work and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds employees and officials.
• Must maintain acceptable attendance.
• Skill in using computerized accounting software programs office equipment including 10-key calculator and word-processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Data entry and/or word processing skills.

• Typical business office setting with moderate noise level.
• Non-office environment may be encountered for offsite presentations and support of company activities.
• Must be able to sit for work at a computer for more than 6 hours per day.
• Must be able to use hands for dexterity of motion and reach with hands and arms. Extensive use of computer keyboards.
• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Frequently required to talk and hear.
• Must have ability to occasionally lift 10 lbs.

Required Experience:

IC