Accounting Technician

The Accounting Technician is responsible for performing various paraprofessional accounting duties in support of financial accounting processes. Reviews a wide range of source documents, such as purchase orders, vouchers, invoices, receipts, requisitions, travel documents and other forms for accuracy and completeness.. Assigns standard pre-established accounting codes and other identifying information.. Processes various accounts payable; contacts vendors to resolve question.. Prints and distributes checks.. Enters routine financial transactions into accounting systems; verifies and corrects information; reconciles accounting records.. Organizes and maintains hard copy files of departmental records. Receives, controls and records cash, check, and credit card payments; operates or assists with cash register functions as needed.. Establishes, maintains and processes third-party contracts and scholarships in the student accounts receivable system.. Establishes, maintains and processes electronic billing and payment processes within the third party vendor systems.. Attends training and implements processes as directed.. Processes external source charges to the student accounts receivable system. Enters payments data into student accounts records.. Provides information and assistance to callers and visitors.. Performs limited, routine general clerical duties.