Accounting Clerk II - Per Cap

To be considered

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Department:

Accounting

Location:

Washington, D.C.

Benefits:

List of benefits

Posting Date:

July 23, 2026

This position processes, inputs, reconciles and analyzes a variety of financial and accounting transactions and information ranging from simple to complex according to Union and department policies and procedures.

Duties:

• Use accounting software systems, spreadsheets and word processing software to perform a variety of accounting related tasks.
• Process Surety Bond and affiliate invoices.
• Prepares and works with complex worksheets that are developed from source documents and accounting data systems for analysis and reporting.
• Creates schedules, reports and analyses for review by supervisory staff.
• Creates invoices for affiliates and customers.
• Communicates with vendors and staff by telephone, email and memos.
• Maintains records, logs, and files of transactions and activities.
• Input affiliate data into the PerCap database.
• Perform reconciliations of bank accounts as assigned.
• Process affiliate rebate payments.
• Prepare end of month schedules as needed.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education and Experience

High school graduate or equivalent and one (1) year of bookkeeping or accounting coursework at the college level. Accounting Degree preferred. And a minimum of three (3) years of experience in an accounting environment performing a variety of tasks or any combination of education and experience that would provide the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Skills Requirements:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks while working with minimal supervision; manage time effectively to meet deadlines and be self-motivated to learn and take on new tasks and responsibilities.
• Demonstrate a high degree of organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail and workflow output.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers, management and others external to AFSCME.
• Proficiency with a personal computer, 10-key calculator and in the use of Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel.
• Experience using PC accounting software.

Work hours

• Occasional overtime may be required.

AFSCME is an equal opportunity employer, and, as such, does not discriminate an employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, disability, or any other classification protected from discrimination under applicable law.