Accounting Clerk

Perform diverse accounting functions in support of the Accounting Department.

• Responsibilities may include:
  • Record transactions related to Accounts Payable (AP), verifying the accuracy and completeness of vendor invoices and ensuring invoices have proper supporting documentation, signatures, authorization, and follow procurement procedures.
  • Record transactions related to Payroll (PR) and assist payroll accountant as needed. This includes learning and understanding intricacies related to timekeeping and payroll software program(s) including complex contract language.
  • Prepare reconciliations of subsidiary ledgers to control accounts.
• Assist with researching accounting transactions.
• Compile information for external auditors, which may include research, reconciliation, and audit work paper preparation.
• Assist with budget preparation as directed.
• Assist other Finance and Accounting staff members and management as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of varying experience in AP and PR, including reconciliation processes.
• Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems including functions necessary to properly record AP and PR activity.
• Knowledge of Washington State Sales and Excise tax reporting as it applies in AP; payroll taxes; and account reconciliations.

Core Competencies/Knowledge/Skills

• General understanding of basic functions in AP, PR, and General Ledger (GL) and the interaction between these functions.
• Ability to identify and correct errors in underlying transactions.
• Ability to reconcile subsidiary ledgers to control accounts.
• Ability to quickly learn and retain concepts that may be unfamiliar.
• Work as a contributing, collaborative member of a team.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Work well under pressure, meet multiple and conflicting deadlines.
• Prioritize a variety of tasks under supervision and use good judgment.
• Read, write, speak and understand English.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Use 10-key, spreadsheets, word processing, and database programs at intermediate levels.
• Proficiency in math and account analysis for debit/credit and correcting entries.
• Present information in a professional, logical manner with strong interpersonal skills.
• Establish effective working relationships with others.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push and pull objects up to 30 pounds.
• Job functions require sitting for extended periods, but also involve standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, lifting, walking, carrying, and reaching occasionally.
• Extensive wrist and hand movements required for frequent keyboarding and use of office equipment.
• Ability to see objects at a close distance and extended computer use required.
• Ability to continuously exchange information through listening and talking with customers, coworkers, representatives of community organizations and other individuals required.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Airport security badge as a condition of employment.
• Must have a current, valid driver's license free of serious or frequent traffic violations.