This is complex independent and supervisory accounting clerical work. Work involves responsibility for supervising a complex accounting activity such as accounts receivable, general ledger, and disbursements within a large and complex accounting office. Work includes supervision of subordinate accounting clerks in auditing and posting duties, maintaining accounting records, and preparing accounting reports and summary statements. Considerable independent judgment and initiative are required to insure that transactions are in accordance with correct accounting procedures and statutory requirements. Duties are performed in accordance with standard office accounting procedures and with statutory requirements.
Work is reviewed for accuracy and conformance to policy.
This classification is distinguished from an Account Clerk II by the supervisory responsibilities associated with the position as well as the ability of the incumbent to act independently on advanced level bookkeeping operations and by the additional experience required. Supervises the maintenance of accounts receivable records, including the daily reports on collections, posting of figures to general ledger, and the taking of trial balances and preparation of billing statements. Compiles data and prepares statistical reports to assist supervisors in such accounting areas as budgeting or purchasing. Supervises the examination of vouchers, invoices, audit reports, or other posting media to determine their accuracy, completeness and conformance with laws and regulations. Performs related work as required.