ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Under administrative direction, the purpose of the position is to perform district-based duties associated with handling more complex aspects of accounting/finance/payroll operations; and providing quality control and technical expertise for the department. Employees in this classification monitor and calculate accounting/finance/payroll records; may direct the check preparation and production process; creates technical communications responding to internal or external inquiries. Position is responsible for researching any variances on vendor or payroll records, and the editing and balancing of financial data and/or payroll runs. Employees have lead responsibility for training and assisting co-workers in resolving problems. Performs related work as directed.