Accounting Assistant III

Our client with the State of Nevada is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Accounting Assistant III. If you are a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in clerical accounting, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Our agency is dedicated to maintaining accurate accounts and accounting records for State agencies, ensuring compliance with established guidelines and regulations.

As an Accounting Assistant III, you will work in a challenging and dynamic accounting environment, either independently or supervising a small program or agency's entire accounts maintenance function. This role involves performing the highest level clerical accounting work, requiring discretion, independent judgment, and adaptability in addressing various accounting challenges.

• Review, verify, and reconcile clerical accounting documents prepared by others.

• Provide technical assistance to staff to resolve complex accounting issues.

• Develop and implement procedures to enhance work processes.

• Create and manage computer spreadsheets and data collection processes for tracking and organizing account information.

• Resolve reconciliation problems and analyze discrepancies.

• Authorize payments within designated authority, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Supervise lower-level clerical accounting and administrative support staff as assigned.

• Detailed knowledge of clerical accounting practices and principles.

• Familiarity with program or agency operations.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to variable situations.

• Proficiency in spreadsheet software and data analysis.

• Effective communication skills for interpreting and explaining policies, procedures, and guidelines.

• Ability to work independently under limited supervision.

• Supervisory experience preferred.

• Competitive salary within the specified range.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Positive and collaborative work environment.

• Professional development opportunities.