Technician/Accounting
Westmoreland County Community College, Youngwood, PA, United States
Technician/Accounting
Position Title - Technician/Accounting
Division - Accounting (DIV)
Department - Payroll & Accounts Payable
Job Description - This position is responsible to process all payroll related items, including, wages, calculations, deductions, etc. for each bi-weekly payroll. In addition, this position works with and supports the accounts receivable process; and will assist with the accounts payable function as needed.
Essential Job Functions:
Process all payroll-related items utilizing the CollegeERP.
Verify payroll calculation register along with trial payroll reports.
Verify the accuracy of wages and deductions for each biweekly payroll.
Process the withholding payments.
Reports and verifies information to external agencies, ie. Domestic relations, loan verification for employees, HUD, PA Department of Welfare, etc.
Assist with accounts receivable in posting payments refunds and stipends to customer accounts.
Assist with customer account collection process.
Assist with the maintenance of customer accounts, payments, holds, communications, etc.
Assist with answering customer account questions.
Process accounts payable payments utilizing the CollegeERP.
Verify budget account funds are available and proper signatures are included before processing payments.
Approve invoices for the price differential.
Verify the accuracy of all invoices, purchase orders, credits, and company statements.
Communicate with vendors on all aspects of accounts payable.
Maintain vendor information in the CollegeERP system.
Support outside auditors with all accounting department needs.
General accounting technician duties as assigned.
Other Job Functions:
Assist with office coverage.
Provide documentation as requested by external auditors promptly.
Maintain and develop work-related knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the job through professional and cross-training opportunities.
Attend all required meetings and training.
Perform additional grade-level support duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
Demonstrated knowledge of professional office skills and procedures required.
Proficient verbal and written communications.
Read, comprehend and follow instructions/work orders.
Meticulous recordkeeping skills.
Ability to consistently provide excellent customer service.
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments, including managing multiple projects/tasks concurrently and meet varied deadlines.
Ability to identify problems, make corrective recommendations and assist with the problem-solving process.
Required Qualifications - EDUCATION: Associate degree in a related field required. EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of accounting work experience required. Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards. CLEARANCES: The successful candidate will be required to obtain/provide the following clearances prior to hire: PA Child History clearance PA Criminal Record Check clearance FBI Federal Criminal History Record clearance
Preferred Qualifications - n/a
Physical Demands:
Prolonged sitting
Frequent standing/walking or otherwise moving around department/campus
Repetitive finger/hand movements
Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.
Occasional bending
Audible Demands:
Ability to communicate orally and hear conversation
Visual Demands:
Use of computer and internet/internet-based systems
Reading and preparing documents, reports, presentations, etc.
Environmental Conditions:
Work is primarily conducted in a typical indoor office environment with appropriate lighting, noises, and temperature control.
Hazards: Minimal risk of injury or work-related illnesses.
Salary - $17.75/hr.
Schedule Days/Hours - Monday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Tuesday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Wednesday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thursday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Posting Number - S-2023-231-P
Number of Vacancies - 1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date - 02/09/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled - Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants - Please be prepared to upload a required resume and provide three (3) professional, not personal references with this application process. The employment application must be completed in its entirety.
Advertising Summary
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a minimum of an Associate degree (or an advanced degree) in a related field which is required for this position?
Yes
No
* Do you have two years of accounting work experience which is required for this position?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Additional Transcripts
Additional transcripts 3
Position Title - Technician/Accounting
Division - Accounting (DIV)
Department - Payroll & Accounts Payable
Job Description - This position is responsible to process all payroll related items, including, wages, calculations, deductions, etc. for each bi-weekly payroll. In addition, this position works with and supports the accounts receivable process; and will assist with the accounts payable function as needed.
Essential Job Functions:
Process all payroll-related items utilizing the CollegeERP.
Verify payroll calculation register along with trial payroll reports.
Verify the accuracy of wages and deductions for each biweekly payroll.
Process the withholding payments.
Reports and verifies information to external agencies, ie. Domestic relations, loan verification for employees, HUD, PA Department of Welfare, etc.
Assist with accounts receivable in posting payments refunds and stipends to customer accounts.
Assist with customer account collection process.
Assist with the maintenance of customer accounts, payments, holds, communications, etc.
Assist with answering customer account questions.
Process accounts payable payments utilizing the CollegeERP.
Verify budget account funds are available and proper signatures are included before processing payments.
Approve invoices for the price differential.
Verify the accuracy of all invoices, purchase orders, credits, and company statements.
Communicate with vendors on all aspects of accounts payable.
Maintain vendor information in the CollegeERP system.
Support outside auditors with all accounting department needs.
General accounting technician duties as assigned.
Other Job Functions:
Assist with office coverage.
Provide documentation as requested by external auditors promptly.
Maintain and develop work-related knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the job through professional and cross-training opportunities.
Attend all required meetings and training.
Perform additional grade-level support duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
Demonstrated knowledge of professional office skills and procedures required.
Proficient verbal and written communications.
Read, comprehend and follow instructions/work orders.
Meticulous recordkeeping skills.
Ability to consistently provide excellent customer service.
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments, including managing multiple projects/tasks concurrently and meet varied deadlines.
Ability to identify problems, make corrective recommendations and assist with the problem-solving process.
Required Qualifications - EDUCATION: Associate degree in a related field required. EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of accounting work experience required. Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards. CLEARANCES: The successful candidate will be required to obtain/provide the following clearances prior to hire: PA Child History clearance PA Criminal Record Check clearance FBI Federal Criminal History Record clearance
Preferred Qualifications - n/a
Physical Demands:
Prolonged sitting
Frequent standing/walking or otherwise moving around department/campus
Repetitive finger/hand movements
Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.
Occasional bending
Audible Demands:
Ability to communicate orally and hear conversation
Visual Demands:
Use of computer and internet/internet-based systems
Reading and preparing documents, reports, presentations, etc.
Environmental Conditions:
Work is primarily conducted in a typical indoor office environment with appropriate lighting, noises, and temperature control.
Hazards: Minimal risk of injury or work-related illnesses.
Salary - $17.75/hr.
Schedule Days/Hours - Monday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Tuesday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Wednesday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thursday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Posting Number - S-2023-231-P
Number of Vacancies - 1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date - 02/09/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled - Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants - Please be prepared to upload a required resume and provide three (3) professional, not personal references with this application process. The employment application must be completed in its entirety.
Advertising Summary
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a minimum of an Associate degree (or an advanced degree) in a related field which is required for this position?
Yes
No
* Do you have two years of accounting work experience which is required for this position?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Additional Transcripts
Additional transcripts 3