Accounting Clerk II

Ensure appropriate accounting policies, procedures, and regulations are adhered to and all necessary internal controls are implemented, documented, and followed. Take on new and additional tasks as assigned and assist in other focus areas as needed.

Focus Areas**: 

• Accounts Payable                                                         

• ACCOUNTABILITY- Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.
  • Able to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• BASIC PRINCIPLES - Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust, confidence, and respect; adheres to GCI’s Code of Conduct for Employees – the Basic Principles.
• COLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.
• COMMUNICATION- Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with a positive and professional attitude.
• COMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCI’s Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
  • Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive, proprietary, and confidential internal and external customer information.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
• RELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.
  • Committed to meeting various filing deadlines timely and accurately.
• RESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving.
  • Demonstrated expertise in a variety of accounting concepts, practices and procedures.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills.
  • Ability to accurately operate a 10-key by touch. 
  • Strong attention to detail.
• SAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
• Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalent.

Internal Control Considerations:  Responsible for following all internal control procedures. Oracle system access and access to billing systems depend upon focus area.

Additional Job Requirements:

This is an intermediate level position that functions under moderate supervision. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: *A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounting, finance, payment processing, or related background. *

Preferred: 

• Associate degree in accounting or related field.
• Experience with Oracle accounting software.
• Telecommunications experience. 
• Other telecom industry or job specific certifications. 

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS: 

• This position may require access to reliable transportation for occasional travel between retail store locations, offices, worksites, or other locations as needed.

• Work is primarily sedentary, requiring daily routine computer usage.
• Ability to work shifts as assigned, work in standard office/home office setting, and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas to others effectively.
• Physical agility and effort sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively.
• Ability to make valid judgments and decisions. 
• Work hours are generally Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Available to work additional time on weekends, holidays, before or after normal work hours when necessary. 
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
• Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.