Accounting Technician II (Hourly) - #10012367
Government Jobs, Greensboro, NC, United States
Accounting Technician
Guilford County Government
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This is independent and/or supervisory accounting technician work an accounting program of an operating department
An employee in this class provides independent records maintenance and processing of transactions in such areas as accounts payable or receivables, maintenance and control of general ledgers and subsidiary accounts, and preparation of reports for one or more accounts. Employees verify, code, balance, maintain and report on the records relating to the County's or a department's fiscal and business operations. Work performed requires the use of calculators, personal computers, CRT terminals, and typewriters. Duties involve maintaining single entry books or journals. Work requires the exercise of considerable judgment to ensure that transactions are in accordance with correct accounting and budget procedures and statutory requirements. Employees may review, and sign off on, the work of office support staff. Employees receive minimal supervision and work is reviewed periodically for results and conformance to policy. Work in this class is distinguished from the Accounting Technician I level by the greater complexity of work and more independence of action.
Illustrative Examples Of Work
Analyzes and verifies bookkeeping transactions; documents and posts financial data to accounts or ledgers; makes adjusting and reversing entries in journals and ledgers.
Prepares trial balances and lists of financial data for supervisory or management staff.
Reconciles individual and organizational accounts; participates in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
Summarizes financial or statistical information and prepares routine tables, charts and graphs using elementary to intermediate mathematical formulas.
Monitors organizational unit's budgets; advises on applicability of transfers of funds to maintain accounts; authorizes fund transfers within limited County or departmental guidelines.
May serve as a liaison with external auditors by providing data and reports regarding unit accounts.
May supervise and/or train entry level accounting technicians or clerical support staff assigned to work unit.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of established bookkeeping and accounting principles and techniques to standard and specialized accounting transactions.
Knowledge of the concepts and practices of governmental fund accounting.
Knowledge of office practices and procedures sufficient to plan, organize, and review the work of subordinate office support personnel.
Knowledge of effective interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate, both orally and in writing, with others within and outside the organization to which assigned.
Ability to understand and independently apply and interpret specific laws, departmental rules, and regulations for verifying, processing, and maintaining records and documents.
Ability to summarize and compile narrative and numerical materials including verifying accounting documents and forms for accuracy and completeness.
Ability to organize, maintain, and process agency records and prepare standard financial statements and reports from the books and records.
Ability to establish effective work relationships with all levels of personnel within and outside the agency to which assigned.
Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to independently answer routine verbal or written inquires on the status of accounts.
Ability to use a calculator, typewriter, CRT terminal, and personal computer as required by the position.
Minimum Qualifications :
Graduation from high school or equivalency and three years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting support work.
Working Conditions
1. Environment: Work environment involves normal, everyday discomforts or unpleasantness. Work area has adequate light, heat, and ventilation; environment is organized and stable 2. Hazards: Work presents no significant hazards to employees
May Require Driving
This position may require driving for this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business such as but not limited to attending conferences, meetings, or any other county related functions. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.
Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.
Guilford County Government
Empower Successful People to thrive in a Strong Community supported by Quality Government
Transparency & Communication | Equity & Inclusion | Accountability
Service & Outcomes Excellence | Our People Matter
This is independent and/or supervisory accounting technician work an accounting program of an operating department
An employee in this class provides independent records maintenance and processing of transactions in such areas as accounts payable or receivables, maintenance and control of general ledgers and subsidiary accounts, and preparation of reports for one or more accounts. Employees verify, code, balance, maintain and report on the records relating to the County's or a department's fiscal and business operations. Work performed requires the use of calculators, personal computers, CRT terminals, and typewriters. Duties involve maintaining single entry books or journals. Work requires the exercise of considerable judgment to ensure that transactions are in accordance with correct accounting and budget procedures and statutory requirements. Employees may review, and sign off on, the work of office support staff. Employees receive minimal supervision and work is reviewed periodically for results and conformance to policy. Work in this class is distinguished from the Accounting Technician I level by the greater complexity of work and more independence of action.
Illustrative Examples Of Work
Analyzes and verifies bookkeeping transactions; documents and posts financial data to accounts or ledgers; makes adjusting and reversing entries in journals and ledgers.
Prepares trial balances and lists of financial data for supervisory or management staff.
Reconciles individual and organizational accounts; participates in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and reports.
Summarizes financial or statistical information and prepares routine tables, charts and graphs using elementary to intermediate mathematical formulas.
Monitors organizational unit's budgets; advises on applicability of transfers of funds to maintain accounts; authorizes fund transfers within limited County or departmental guidelines.
May serve as a liaison with external auditors by providing data and reports regarding unit accounts.
May supervise and/or train entry level accounting technicians or clerical support staff assigned to work unit.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of established bookkeeping and accounting principles and techniques to standard and specialized accounting transactions.
Knowledge of the concepts and practices of governmental fund accounting.
Knowledge of office practices and procedures sufficient to plan, organize, and review the work of subordinate office support personnel.
Knowledge of effective interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate, both orally and in writing, with others within and outside the organization to which assigned.
Ability to understand and independently apply and interpret specific laws, departmental rules, and regulations for verifying, processing, and maintaining records and documents.
Ability to summarize and compile narrative and numerical materials including verifying accounting documents and forms for accuracy and completeness.
Ability to organize, maintain, and process agency records and prepare standard financial statements and reports from the books and records.
Ability to establish effective work relationships with all levels of personnel within and outside the agency to which assigned.
Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to independently answer routine verbal or written inquires on the status of accounts.
Ability to use a calculator, typewriter, CRT terminal, and personal computer as required by the position.
Minimum Qualifications :
Graduation from high school or equivalency and three years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting support work.
Working Conditions
1. Environment: Work environment involves normal, everyday discomforts or unpleasantness. Work area has adequate light, heat, and ventilation; environment is organized and stable 2. Hazards: Work presents no significant hazards to employees
May Require Driving
This position may require driving for this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business such as but not limited to attending conferences, meetings, or any other county related functions. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.
Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.