Accounting Assistant (Accounting)

Basic Function

Performs entry-level accounting or credit and collections work by processing, recording, and reporting the agency′s financial transactions accurately and within time constraints.

Example Of Duties

• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates Metro financial, audit or collection records

• Compiles and inputs scheduled payments and monitors monthly payments for the purchase of goods and services, and subsidies to other cities and operators

• Calculates and compiles local return payments and statistics; prepares invoicing and distributes information to appropriate parties

• Assists in performing month-end and year-end closing activities

• Assists in the preparation of journal entries

• Assists accountants by providing supporting documents and other related materials

• Reviews purchase orders for accuracy

• Prepares invoices and invoice-related documents and reviews Accounts Receivable statements

• Establishes, maintains, and updates work orders and expedites payment of invoices according to relevant terms and conditions

• Expedites payments of invoices according to agreed terms and conditions

• Discusses past due accounts with outside customers and arranges payments to bring accounts current

• Prepares payment statistical reports

• Assists in analyzing state, federal, and Metro accounting and reporting requirements and implements appropriate accounting procedures

• Assists in the development of accounting, credit, and collection systems, procedures, policies, and manuals

• Performs special projects as required

• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

  
  May be required to perform other related job duties

Requirements For Employment

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:
Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field

Experience

• None Required

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions

Knowledge:

• Theories, principles, and practices of accounting, business finance, and financial recordkeeping

• Financial analysis, research procedures, and reconciliation of customer accounts

Skills:

• Performing statistical and financial analyses

• Compiling and analyzing complex data

• Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions

• Exercising judgment and creativity in making decisions

• Communicating effectively orally and in writing

• Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside customers/representatives

Abilities:

• Think and act independently with minimal supervision

• Meet tight time constraints and deadlines

• Meet precision and productivity requirements

• Handle highly confidential information

• Follow oral and written instructions

• Prepare reports and correspondence

• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, and budgets

• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Application Procedure

To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. (JC)

• Open to the public and all Metro employees

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.