Accounting Technician

City of Laurinburg•303 W. Church Street-City Hall, NC

17d

About The Position

The Accounting Technician performs intermediate skilled technical work processing and preparing payroll; preparing accounts payable; posting daily transactions, journal entries, and disbursements to the general ledger; processing financial records and files; preparing reports; and completing related work as assigned. The position works under the moderate supervision of the Finance Director. The role supports payroll, accounts payable, general ledger, month- and year-end closing, budgeting, employee and vendor inquiries, audit requests, and financial reporting. It also provides technical assistance to staff in other departments and customer service to citizens, elected officials, associates, and vendors. The position is open until filled; previous applicants need not reapply.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience processing payroll and accounts payable/receivable in an automated fiscal or accounting environment, preferably in the public sector, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
General knowledge of accepted accounting terminology, methods, and procedures.
General knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions and detailed work procedures.
Ability to post accounts and perform mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.
Skill in using a personal computer and a variety of office machines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, and the general public.
Ability to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Maintain and process payroll documents; review, edit, adjust, and run payroll checks; and prepare reports related to payroll and fringe benefits.
Process employee levies, garnishments, child and medical support payments, and benefit vendor statements; verify that statements are correct and paid.
Prepare W-2s and related documents, and answer employee questions about pay, deductions, and benefits.
Prepare financial, tax, and other reports required by the supervisor, the state, or external agencies.
Process accounts payable and checks for bills and invoices; maintain accounts payable records and files; process purchase orders; research account and payment inquiries; and assist vendors with invoice questions.
Post daily transactions, journal entries, disbursements, and other documents to the general ledger.
Reconcile the payroll account's monthly bank statement.
Assist with account posting, printing, and calculations for month- and year-end closing and budget figures; analyze accounts to estimate new budget figures.
Provide technical assistance to other departments regarding specific revenues and expenditures.
Generate spreadsheets showing financial condition and status.
Provide employees with information about completing retirement packages and provide employment verifications.
Work with auditors by providing information and answering questions.
Serve as backup to departmental staff as assigned.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Provide excellent customer service to citizens, elected officials, and associates, and support the City organization by carrying out directives from the immediate supervisor and elected officials.