Accounting Technician IV

Job description

This position is responsible for the following duties. This list is not intended to give a full scope of duties this position may handle, and there may be other duties assigned that fall within the scope of this job classification

Computer proficiency is a must.

• Provide support to all employers (payroll coordinators), by phone and or email, that participate in any of the ten retirement plans that are administered by CPRB.
• Employer support includes assisting the payroll coordinators in submitting employee payroll information into CPRB’s web-based computer system and advising the payroll coordinators the proper steps to maneuver through the computer system. Further, the assistance may include identifying and correcting edit validations that may trigger before a payroll coordinator can submit a payroll report.

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, performs advanced accounting support duties. . Performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics
This is advanced level paraprofessional accounting work. Employees in this class are responsible for accuracy of accounts for others and require little supervision. Responsibilities may also include being a lead worker.

Example of Work

• Classifies/codes a variety of transactions which may require considerable knowledge.
• Examines accounting records to assure adherence to accounting laws and regulations; verifies calculations and ensures accuracy and validity of transactions.
• Contacts associates, administrators, and general public in order to obtain information, discuss changes in documents, or resolve problems.
• May train Accounting Technicians and subordinate staff.
• May lead and review work of other Accounting Technicians.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting laws and regulations of bureau/agency.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical computations.
• Knowledge of an automated computer system.
• Skill in the use of a calculator.
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as a copier, fax machine, and personal computer.
• Ability to detect and correct errors in arithmetic or to refer to proper source for correction.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to train, assign, supervise and review the work of others.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Graduation from a standard four-year high school or the equivalent.

Experience: Two years of full time or equivalent part time paid bookkeeping, accounting, or related experience.

Substitution: Successful completion of college-level accounting courses from an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of three semester hours equals six months experience; OR Successful completion of related business school or vocational training may be substituted for the experience through an established formula.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.72 - $20.72 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Charleston, WV 25304 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Charleston, WV 25304: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $21