Accounting Technician

Stafford County • Stafford County, VA

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About The Position

Stafford County Government’s Finance department is seeking a meticulous, driven Accounting Technician to perform accounting technician duties, including preparing and maintaining fiscal or related records, data entry, completing journal entries, maintaining electronic document files, and supporting Finance customers. The position also assists accountants with year-end audit support and financial report preparation.

The hiring range is $22.05 to $30.32 per hour, based on experience. The full salary range is $22.05 to $38.59 per hour, providing opportunity for growth and development.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of bookkeeping terminology, methods, procedures, and equipment.
• General knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment.
• General knowledge of governmental accounting principles, procedures, practices, and related data processing systems, equipment, and software.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to establish and follow detailed work procedures.
• Ability to post accounts and perform mathematical computations with speed and accuracy using a computer system.
• Ability to get along well with others.
• Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by bookkeeping courses and extensive experience in general office work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain fiscal or related records.
• Perform data entry and complete journal entries.
• Maintain electronic document files and support Finance customers.
• Assist accountants with year-end audit support and financial report preparation.
• Post journal entries and reconcile funds.
• Gather, assemble, and tabulate budgetary and other financial data.
• Check invoices, maintain financial and statistical records, and compile reports.
• Assist with gathering information in response to audits.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable entry.
• Track construction and contractor payments and arrange for transfer of funds.
• Collate, sort, and compile fiscal data in accordance with procedures.
• Perform related tasks as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED