Government Accounting Clerk II: Reconciliation & Reporting

Eckerd Connects; Kittrell (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision

9 days of Vacation in the first year

Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Retirement savings plan with employer

Job summary

Eckerd Connects, a CLS subsidiary, seeks an Accounting Clerk II to perform accounting and audit tasks within the general accounting function, summarizing data for periodic statements and management information in compliance with government directives.

The role develops data input for financial statements and management reports, posts journal entries, conducts bank reconciliations, and supports cost ledger analyses and monthly reports to the corporate office and customers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Two years related experience preferred.
• Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education if basic college level accounting courses have been completed.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• The Accounting Clerk II is responsible for performing accounting and audit functions within the general accounting function and summarizing data for periodic operating statements and management information in compliance with government and management directives.
• The Accounting Clerk II assists in preparation of data input for developing financial statements and management information reports, including accounting journal entries, overhead application schedules, bank reconciliations, general cost ledger account analyses and monthly reports to the corporate office and the customer.
• Audit the output of the accounts payable and cashier functions.
• Maintain cash disbursements journal, general ledger, and cost ledger by recording accounting transactions, preparing reconciliations and financial tabulations as assigned.
• Account and deposit in bank cash receipts (e.g., meal ticket revenues, employee advance returns, Student Government Association receipts, etc.)
• Assist in reconciliation, preparation, and disbursement of student payroll and transportation allowance (bus passes, tokens, and gas allowance).
• Responsible for petty cash fund and reconciliation when balance falls below set dollar amount (usually biweekly); monitor the financial status of Students' Welfare Fund.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Eckerd Connects, a CLS subsidiary, seeks an Accounting Clerk II to perform accounting and audit tasks within the general accounting function, summarizing data for periodic statements and management information in compliance with government directives.

The role develops data input for financial statements and management reports, posts journal entries, conducts bank reconciliations, and supports cost ledger analyses and monthly reports to the corporate office and customers.