Accounting Technician

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
• Post journal entries
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
• Prepare tax returns
• Reconcile accounts
• Sort, verify and process financial transactions
• Prepare payroll
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Prepare and submit reports
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements and administer contracts and other documents

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• Human resources software
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• MS Office
• Spreadsheet

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Additional information

Security and safety

• Reference required

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management
• Adaptability

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits