Accountant Aide (NY HELPS)

About the position Responsibilities • Develop and maintain a basic understanding of accounting principles, theories, and techniques. • Post daily bank statements and recap reports for daily revenue reports. • Post daily Empire and Mainframe distribution reports to Tax Ledgers. • Assist the Senior Accountant with preparing monthly spreadsheets. • Assist the Senior Accountant with reconciling variances and follow up with the bank, Department staff, or OSC as required. • Assist the Senior Accountant with quarterly and annual GAAP reports. • Prepare various Accounting financial reports and respond to ad hoc requests. • Possess strong computer skills to navigate various PC systems including email, spreadsheets, databases, DTF systems and bank websites on the internet to report on daily and monthly revenues. • Possess strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines. • Adhere to the Department's time and attendance rules and regulations. Requirements • Six credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses and one year of relevant experience for Trainee 1. • Nine credit hours in accounting, auditing, or taxation courses and 18 months of relevant experience for Trainee 2. • Twelve semester credit hours of accounting, auditing, or taxation courses and two years of relevant experience for Journey Level. • Eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law or reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title and location. Benefits • Health insurance coverage • Paid holidays • Telecommuting options after training period • Professional development opportunities Apply tot his job