ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE 0220

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under direct supervision, an employee in this class learns to apply accounting theory to an established accounting system. The methods to be used in assignments and the area to be covered are well defined and the incumbents are expected to develop their professional ability during the training period. After one (1) year of continuous service as a permanent competitive Accountant Trainee within the municipality or department, the incumbent in this title achieves permanent competitive status as an Accountant. Work is reviewed for adherence to accounting system procedures through review, conferences and reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Records and summarizes transactions and assists with analyzing, verifying and reporting the results;

Assists in establishing new accounting procedures;

Assists in performing cost accounting studies for the purpose of determining accurate unit costs of departmental projects;

Assists in verifying that all departmental operations are performed in accordance with local laws and state laws;

Makes suggestions to supervisors for solutions to accounting problems;

May participate in the implementation and maintenance of computerized accounting systems.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of accounting principles and procedures and ability to apply such knowledge to accounting transactions; some knowledge of office methods and procedures and familiarity with the use of standard office equipment; some knowledge of the general principles of public finance administration, including budgeting and financial reporting; working knowledge of electronic data processing as applied to accounting; ability to prepare complete and accurate accounting reports and statements of some complexity; ability to perform detailed work including written or numeric data and to make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately; ability to supervise a number of account clerical and general clerical workers in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to follow complex oral and written instructions; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree which includes, or is supplemented by, at least twenty-four (24) credits in Accounting.

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SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

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