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- Prepares invoices and related correspondence for accounts payable.
- Gathers, assembles, tabulates, proofs, extends, balances, summarizes, and posts fiscal and related data.
- Performs various routine clerical duties such as typing and filing.
- Audits documents for coding.
- Posts and maintains journals and subsidiary and control ledgers.
- Performs computer data input operation and generates reports.
- Researches and answers department and public questions regarding the status of accounts and payments, proper coding of transactions, and other matters.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Graduation from high school or GED; AND
- Two (2) years of full-time general clerical experience, including one (1) year fiscal recordkeeping experience using an automated system.
- Experience in accounts payable.
- I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.
- Yes
- No
- High School Diploma/GED
- Some College
- AA/AS Degree
- Bachelor's Degree in related field
- Bachelor's Degree in a non-related field
- Yes
- No
- Yes. The typing certificate is attached to my application.
- Yes. I verify I have the ability to type at least 40 net words per minute.
- No. I do not have the ability to type 40 net words per minute.
- Yes
- No
accounting assistant - National City, United States - City of National City, CA
Description
Salary : $4, $4,997.59 MonthlyLocation : National City, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 05/09/2024
Closing Date: 6/3/2024 6:00 PM Pacific
Description
THE CITY:
National City's multi-cultural population, mild climate and central location make National City a great place to live and work. The City takes great pride in its rich history and traditions, diverse cultures, dynamic and progressive atmosphere, strong community spirit, schools, neighborhoods and vibrant business districts. National City, San Diego County's second oldest city, is truly "In the center of it all." National City is 10 minutes from everywhere and positioned for prosperity, with proximity to the San Diego Bay, US-Mexico border, downtown San Diego, international airport, rail, San Diego State University, and other colleges and universities. National City is circled by interstates 5 and 805, and highways 54 and 15. For more information on the City of National City, please visit our website at:
THE DEPARTMENT:
The City of National City Finance Department is inviting applications from candidates who are detail-oriented and organized, with a positive attitude and helpful disposition. The open position will initially be assigned to the City's accounts payable division, and will require exceptional attention to detail to verify information, to ensure compliance with procedures, to engage with employees across the City departments, and to interact with vendors. The position may also be assigned to other areas in the department.
THE POSITION:
Under general supervision, the position performs a variety of accounting clerical work of average difficulty; prepares and maintains financial records and reports, and processes documentation involving financial transactions; and perform related duties as required.
ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE:
City employees work a 4/10 workweek, Monday through Thursday, 7am to 6pm. City offices are closed on Fridays. City facilities will also close for a period of approximately two weeks in December with time off for non-essential personnel.
BENEFITS:
To learn more about this position employee benefits, please see the Memorandum of Understanding for the Municipal Employees' Association: Miscellaneous Employees'
Key Responsibilities
This position will perform the key responsibilities listed below and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.
Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Ability to: Type a net rate of 40 words per minute; operate a computer and office equipment, including adding machine, cash register, and calculator; read, understand, interpret and apply specific requirements, procedures and policies; establish and maintain recordkeeping systems; communicate effectively in written and oral form; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; and establish and maintain effective working relations with all levels of staff and the general public.
Examination Process
Based upon a review of applications received, those applicants who best meet the requirements indicated above will be invited to continue in the selection process. A short list of the most qualified candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for consideration.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview. Please ensure your contact information is current in your govermentjobs account or you may miss employment opportunities. In addition to completing the online application, candidates must attach a resume highlighting their relevant education and work history.
Alternative Work Schedule
City employees work a 4/10 workweek, Monday through Thursday 7am to 6 pm. City offices are closed on Fridays. For Police, Fire, and Nutrition employees, work schedule may differ.
For benefit information, please click on the Memorandum of Understanding for the Municipal Employees' Association:
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The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questionnaire must also be described, in detail, on the "Work Experience" section of your employment application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your responses to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
EDUCATION: Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
Do you have two (2) years of full-time general clerical experience, including one (1) year of fiscal recordkeeping experience using an automated system?
If you have experience, please describe where you gained your experience. Your response must include: position title, agency, and length of experience (number of years/months). If you marked "No" on question 4, please indicate "N/A".Please note: Your response must be validated by the information provided in the work experience section of the employment application.
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Describe the software programs (spreadsheets, databases, word processing) you have used and indicate your level of proficiency (beginner, intermediate, advanced).
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Do you have the ability to type at least 40 net words per minute?
APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)The City of National City's Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following:1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email box on a timely basis, etc.2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.