Title Code: 4020
Occ. Group: 132.002
Account Clerk 3
Skill Level: 6
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
IPEDS: 410
Expectations for All Employees
East Tennessee State University pursues its mission based upon core values. An employee's job performance must support and exhibit the university's core values:
PEOPLE come first, are treated with dignity and respect, and are encouraged to achieve their
full potential;
RELATIONSHIPS are built on honesty, integrity and trust;
DIVERSITY of people and thought is respected;
EXCELLENCE is achieved through teamwork, leadership, creativity, and a strong work ethic;
EFFICIENCY is achieved through wise use of human and financial resources; and COMMITMENT to intellectual achievement is embraced.
Job Purpose
Performs complex accounting and auditing tasks, reconciliation and related accounting functions in support of the department. Provide assistance to internal and external customers to resolve complex financial inquiries and complex business problems i.e., Contracts, Restricted Grant Accounts, etc.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Respond to complex customer and vendor requests for information. Research complex account information and resolve or report results to management.
Advise and counsel customers and vendors on University policies and procedures.
Research, reconcile and balance complex financial records with accounting reports and related financial information. Correct records as necessary.
Research account delinquencies; develop and distribute collections correspondence and make follow up calls.
Verify invoices received with purchase orders. Resolve discrepancies and consult University purchasing policy to ensure compliance.
Code invoices for charges to appropriate department(s) and account(s) in the general ledger, approve for payment or submit to management for payment approval.
Maintain departmental requests and receipts for purchases not requiring a purchase order, determines whether requests and receipts meet University guidelines, request additional justification or management approval.
Completes reimbursement procedures for cash reimbursement, meal reimbursement or travel claims.
Create and maintain Federal, State and restricted accounts to University online system. This may include faculty research, public service, scholarship accounts, instructional development, agency accounts etc.
Verify payments received with invoice and account information by referencing systems and reports. Ensure payments are accurately posted on University systems.
Generate reports to verify billings, post journal entries for grant awards and amounts
Bill transfer expenses to appropriate accounts, etc.
May prepare statistical reports and financial statements.
Supplemental Functions
All incumbents are expected to perform these functions except for those qualifying under the Americans with Disabilities Act for a reasonable accommodation.
These functions may vary by institution.
Incumbents may provide backup to various functions within the unit.
Direction Received
Employees work under general supervision. Advice and guidance are available from the supervisor as needed for complex issues or exceptions to policy.
Direction Given
May supervise, assign or check the work of student workers, temporary employees and or lower level clerical employees performing similar accounting or auditing tasks.
Job Specifications
High school diploma or GED and two years progressively responsible accounting, general office experience and or supervision required. Strong customer service skills required. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics
Knowledge of advanced bookkeeping procedures and principles
Able to supervise and motivate staff
Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
Ability to make independent decisions
10 key calculator
Advanced mathematical abilities, i.e. compute rate, ratio and percent
Proficiency with computerized accounting systems (FRS, HRS, SIS, etc.) and associated software programs i.e., Word, Excel, FOCUS, etc.
Effective customer service and supervisory skills
Ability to multi-task, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Able to resolve complex accounting/bookkeeping problems accurately
Working Conditions/Physical Demands/Special Conditions
Specific working conditions, physical demands and special conditions relative to this position are on file in the Office of Human Resources for your information.
Date Skill Evaluation
5/2004 6 513031332
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.