Accounting Assistant Job at Omlohio in Columbus

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general supervision of the Finance Manager, the Finance Accounting Assistant processes accounts payable, maintains property accounting records, assigns asset numbers and maintains records of the cost of work in process, processes and tracks purchase orders, maintains inventory systems, and communicates with vendors and customers. The classification performs a variety of other administrative duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Processes invoices for goods and services purchased to ensure that bills are paid accurately and in a timely manner; tracks invoices that have not been returned from other departments; follows up on processing of all invoices; prepares and maintains related reports; files information according to established procedures.
• Maintains property accounting records, assigns asset numbers and maintains cost records of work in process; reviews checks issued to ensure purchased assets are accounted for; maintains additions, deletions, and transfers of assets; updates assets that are depreciable and non-depreciable; conducts physical inventory; assists in preparation and execution of city auction; prepares accounting spreadsheet for information needed by Director for exhibits in the comprehensive annual financial reports; gathers and compiles information to update statistical tables for the comprehensive annual financial report.
• Tracks all retainage for which the City is responsible for withholding for construction projects; maintains information on all City vehicles; obtains titles and plates for City vehicles and distributes; tracks fuel cost, administrative cost, and any other cost associated with the operation of vehicles, generates related reports.
• Completes credit applications and exempt forms; reviews contracts for divisibility and resets when necessary.
• Provides other general administrative support (e.g., answers phones, types correspondence, schedules appointments); performs customer service to general public; maintains central supply room inventory; monitors and stocks supplies).
• Maintains licenses and certifications as required, if any.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
• Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

9. Performs other duties as required. (5%)

QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year certificate from an accredited college or technical school and one (1) to two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience; or any combination of training, education, or experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.

175 South Third Street, Suite 510
Columbus, Ohio 43215