What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Technician position at Larimer County Department of Health and Environment?
Overview
At Larimer County Department of Human Services, we strive to be responsive and provide timely resources in partnership with our community so individuals and families are healthy, supported, and safe. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic staff member to join our Operations and Organizational Development Division as an Accounting Technician.
An Accounting Technician is part of the Accounting team for the Department of Human Services for Larimer County. The Accounting Team supports Human Services in the following areas: Accounts Payable, Mileage Reimbursements, Travel Reimbursements, Commercial Cards, CSBG/LCF Grants, Payroll, Trusts, EBT Client Cards, CCAP, and CORE.
This position is 100% in-office Monday-Friday 8-5pm. Three professional references with valid contact information are required to be submitted as part of this application.
You must submit three professional references with valid contact information with this application. Please note that current county employees cannot provide professional references.
Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
What We're Looking For
All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
Supplemental Information
Position will be located at one of the following three locations: 1501 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, CO 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO 200 Peridot Avenue, Loveland, CO
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
At Larimer County Department of Human Services, we strive to be responsive and provide timely resources in partnership with our community so individuals and families are healthy, supported, and safe. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic staff member to join our Operations and Organizational Development Division as an Accounting Technician.
An Accounting Technician is part of the Accounting team for the Department of Human Services for Larimer County. The Accounting Team supports Human Services in the following areas: Accounts Payable, Mileage Reimbursements, Travel Reimbursements, Commercial Cards, CSBG/LCF Grants, Payroll, Trusts, EBT Client Cards, CCAP, and CORE.
This position is 100% in-office Monday-Friday 8-5pm. Three professional references with valid contact information are required to be submitted as part of this application.
You must submit three professional references with valid contact information with this application. Please note that current county employees cannot provide professional references.
Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
- Receives immediate supervision from higher-level supervisory or management personnel.
- Enters accounting data on computers, ledgers, and other accounting records according to established methods and procedures.
- Checks computer reports for accuracy and completeness, and makes routine adjustments as necessary.
- Processes and prepares vouchers for payment.
- Files receipts, vouchers, billings, and other materials according to established methods and procedures.
- Maintains payroll records and time sheets, computes necessary payroll calculations, and may prepare payroll summaries.
What We're Looking For
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.
- Initiative, independent thinking, and sound judgment.
- The ability to recognize when to work independently and when to seek guidance.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and personalities.
- A willingness to learn new systems and adapt to changing needs.
All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.
- One (1) year of experience in a directly related field, or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Supplemental Information
Position will be located at one of the following three locations: 1501 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, CO 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO 200 Peridot Avenue, Loveland, CO
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.