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Accounting Assistant

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Accounting Assistant

Salary

$34,680.00 - $51,736.00 Annually

Location

Lackawanna County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Department

Department of Transportation

Job Number

S-2020-73357

Closing

9/11/2020 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

03000

Position Number

00159594

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

A1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau/Division Code

80400

Bureau/Division

Transportation

Worksite Address

District Engineering 4-0

Worksite Address

55 Keystone Industrial Park

City

Dunmore, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18512

Contact Name

Nancy A. Anderson

Contact Phone

(570) 963-3447

Contact Email

[email protected]

Description
Benefits
Questions

THE POSITION

The Department of Transportation, Engineering District 4, is seeking an organized, positive individual work in the Fiscal Department. If you are a dedicated individual with a positive attitude, is organized, pays attention to details, as well as having a strong interest in the area of business fiscal transactions, this may be the position for you. Apply today!

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday

7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Lunch break: 30 minutes

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Accounting Assistant, you will perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties to support to the Enginerring District 4 Office. These functions include accounts payable, preparing purchase orders, processing invoices, and researching and resolving discrepancies.

To view a detailed description of the responsibilities and duties performed by this position, please review theposition description.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Two years of experience performing bookkeeping or clerical accounting work; or
An Associate Degree in Accounting or Business Administration including or supplemented by six credits of Accounting.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Health & Wellness

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Work/Life Balance

We understand that there is more to life than work – and we want you to enjoy it!

For most positions, we offer paid vacation days, paid sick days, military leave, as well as paid time off for most major U.S. holidays. Alternate work schedules and telecommuting arrangements are available for certain positions.

Career Development

We want to help you grow and see your goals become a reality! Supervisors and human resource staff are available to help employees create a plan to develop skills for their current jobs or prepare for the next step in their careers. Employees can easily transfer between positions or agencies to expand knowledge and pursue new challenges while retaining leave and benefits. Additionally, there are a variety of programs available to help get you where you need to be.

Other Rewards

Commonwealth employees enjoy many other rewards, including opportunities for recognition, workplace charitable giving, and even special employee-only discounts.

For more information about benefits, health and wellness, work-life balance, career development, and other rewards go towww.employment.pa.govand click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

This position is located in Dunmore, Pennsylvania (Lackawanna County). Are you willing to work in and commute to this location?

Yes
No

02

What is your highest level of education?

Master's Degree (or greater)
Bachelor's Degree
Associate's Degree
Some College
High School Diploma or equivalent
Other
None

03

Do you have an Associate's Degree (or higher) in Accounting or Business Administration, including or supplemented by six credits of Accounting? (Note: If yes, please attach a copy of your transcript.)

Yes
No

04

How many years of experience do you have performing bookkeeping or clerical accounting work?

None
Less than 1 year
1 year - Less than 2 years
2 years - Less than 3 years
3+ years

05

How many years of experience do you have working in an accounts payable environment?

None
Less than 1 year
1 year - Less than 2 years
2 years - Less than 3 years
3+ years

06

Please indicate the type of experience/training you have with double entry bookkeeping (select all that apply).

Job Experience
High School Courses
Secondary Education Coursework or Degree
Other
None

07

If your answer to the previous question indicates "Other", please indicate your experience/training in the text field. If your answer to the previous question was "None", please type "N/A" in the text field below.

08

How many years of experience do you have using accounting software?

None
Less than 1 year
1 year - Less than 2 years
2 years - Less than 3 years
3+ years

09

Please list the accounting software which you have experience using. If none, please type "N/A" in the text field.

Required Question

Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov

This job was posted on Sun Aug 30 2020 and expired on Fri Sep 18 2020.

Minimum $9K /yr

$35K /yr Average

Maximum $98K /yr

Tasks

Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.

Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.

Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.

Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.

Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers.

Code documents according to company procedures.

Perform financial calculations, such as amounts due, interest charges, balances, discounts, equity, and principal.

Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records.

Perform general office duties, such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine correspondence.

Access computerized financial information to answer general questions as well as those related to specific accounts.

Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.

Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.

Match order forms with invoices, and record the necessary information.

Perform personal bookkeeping services.

Prepare and process payroll information.

Prepare bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers, verifying and balancing receipts, and sending cash, checks, or other forms of payment to banks.

Compute deductions for income and social security taxes.

Calculate and prepare checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.

Monitor status of loans and accounts to ensure that payments are up to date.

Reconcile records of bank transactions.

Compile budget data and documents, based on estimated revenues and expenses and previous budgets.

Compare computer printouts to manually maintained journals to determine if they match.

Transfer details from separate journals to general ledgers or data processing sheets.

Complete and submit tax forms and returns, workers' compensation forms, pension contribution forms, and other government documents.

Calculate, prepare, and issue bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures.

Calculate costs of materials, overhead, and other expenses, based on estimates, quotations and price lists.

Prepare purchase orders and expense reports.

Prepare trial balances of books.

Compile statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses.

Maintain inventory records.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Knowledge

Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.