Overview:
This is an entry level position responsible for the performance of routine account keeping and clerical duties including typing. The work involves the application of standardized account keeping practices in maintaining and checking financial accounts and records. Incumbents usually work on standard assignments in accordance with defined procedures. The class differs from that of Senior Account Clerk Typist by virtue of performing less complex account keeping duties and the absence of supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher level employee with minimal leeway allowed in the completion of work assignments. Supervision over others is not normally a function of this class. The ideal candidate will have excellent typing skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Duties:
Processes and audits vouchers for payment to vendors and encumbers proper account; Posts to journal or ledger accounts from appropriations, expense invoices, payroll, receipts, voucher records and other original entry media; Prepares summary statements of ledger balances; Receives remittances by mail or in person, verifies amount, computes interest and penalties, and posts to book of original entry; Compiles payroll data and prepares payroll; Verifies and reconciles account balances according to a prescribed procedure; Reviews and checks routine bookkeeping records and reports for arithmetic and clerical accuracy; Types financial and statistical reports as required; Sorts, indexes and files a variety of records and reports; May act as a receptionist, answer telephone and direct inquiries to proper officials; May operate various office equipment used in the performance of account keeping duties.

Qualifications:
-EITHER: OR: OR: (A) (B) (C) Completion of one year (30 credits are equal to one year) of college, business school, or other post high school training which included two courses in account keeping or bookkeeping; Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one year of full-time work experience in the performance of account keeping and/or bookkeeping; An equivalent combination of the training and experience as indicated in (A) and (B) above. Note: Your degree or college credit must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education.

We offer competitive compensation based on experience.

Candidates must indicate ability to type, i.e., courses in typing or typing work experience.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include every task or responsibility that may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,803.00 - $49,515.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Poughkeepsie, NY 12603: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person