Accounting Technician Jobs

About The Position

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.