FLANDREAU SANTEE SIOUX TRIBE Accounting Clerk Salary in the United States

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for the day to day transactional activities of the organization, which may include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll.   Responds to and resolves questions and problems related to the assigned areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• An understanding of the transactional processing within the accounting system.  This includes understanding process flows as it relates to the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Cash Management.
• Reconcile travel requests with trip reports and credit card.
• Assist with audit inquiries.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

All positions require a minimum of a criminal background check to a maximum of an adjudicated P.L. 101-630 character and criminal background check.

The ideal candidate will have a four-year degree in accounting or finance. Prefer some experience in an accounting environment with direct experience or exposure to governmental (enterprise) accounting. Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal. Demonstrate a knowledge of accounting processes that extend beyond data entry, including the ability to logically work through a difficult transaction and understand the impact on the financial statements. Additionally, qualified candidates must have strong computer skills including a preferred accounting software program(s), be a self-starter and work autonomously.