What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bartons- Accounting Clerk position at E.C. Barton & Company?
Overview
Job Title:
Accounting Clerk
Department
Retail
Reports To
Store Manager, Company Controller
General Description
Keeps records of financial transactions for establishment by performing the following duties.
Essential Job Functions
include the following, other activities may be assigned:
Responsibilities
Job Duties
must perform the following duties in order to achieve essential job functions, other duties may be assigned:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following performance behaviors:
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of computers, computer databases, and office software.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Job Title:
Accounting Clerk
Department
Retail
Reports To
Store Manager, Company Controller
General Description
Keeps records of financial transactions for establishment by performing the following duties.
Essential Job Functions
include the following, other activities may be assigned:
- Maintains and compiles accurate records for Barton's Store Location(s), and effectively communicates and transmits appropriate information to the Home Office Accounting Department.
Responsibilities
Job Duties
must perform the following duties in order to achieve essential job functions, other duties may be assigned:
- Verifies, allocates, and posts details of business transactions to subsidiary accounts in journals or computer files from documents such as sales slips, invoices, receipts, check stubs, and computer printouts.
- Reconciles and balances accounts.
- Computes and mails monthly statements to customers.
- Assists with answering incoming telephone calls, determines purpose of callers, and forwards calls to appropriate personnel.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following performance behaviors:
- Customer Service – Copes with difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of computers, computer databases, and office software.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
