Occupation information for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks District Of Columbia

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Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers.

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Currently Employed: 2,800

Projected Annual Job Openings: 330

Typical Hourly Wage: $24.59 - $36.13

Typical Annual Salary: $51,150 - $75,160

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Typical education needed for entry: Some college, no degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: 1 to 12 months on-the-job training

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  • Perform personal bookkeeping services.
  • Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
  • Prepare and process payroll information.
  • Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
  • Prepare bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers, verifying and balancing receipts, and sending cash, checks, or other forms of payment to banks.
  • Compute deductions for income and social security taxes.
  • Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.
  • Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers.
  • Calculate and prepare checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Desktop calculator
  • Desktop computers
  • Ledger paper
  • Notebook computers
  • Receipts or receipt books

Technology:
  • Accounting software
  • Compliance software
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software
  • Financial analysis software
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