What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Technician-Accounts Payable position at Richland Community College?
Position Information
Position Title
Accounting Technician-Accounts Payable
Job Category
Full-Time Staff
Division
Finance and Administration
Department
Main Campus
Job Description
The Accounting Technician–Accounts Payable administers and coordinates the College’s accounts payable processes to ensure the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions. The position performs intermediate-level accounting and administrative functions requiring analytical skills, sound judgment, and a thorough understanding of accounting procedures.
The Accounting Technician maintains financial records, prepares reports, supports audit and compliance activities, and provides excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders while ensuring adherence to College policies and applicable regulations.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High school graduation or equivalent and three years of accounting/bookkeeping experience required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively assist students, employees, and members of the public in a professional and customer-focused manner, including during high-pressure or sensitive situations.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, recordkeeping, and document management.
- Effective written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accurate, and professional correspondence and reports.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and the ability to learn and utilize specialized software systems.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, manage competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment in accordance with College policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with employees, students, external stakeholders, and the public.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and maintain compliance with applicable privacy requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Associate’s degree in accounting is preferred.
Physical Demands
PHYSICAL /MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to work effectively in stressful situations.
- Must be able to receive, process, and provide visual and verbal information.
- Respond to concurrent, multiple, non-related issues.
- Provide timely response to externally imposed conditions and deadlines.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
Typical work hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed. Summer hours may vary. The position may be eligible for the flexible work arrangement after the 120-day probationary period is successfully met.
TRAVEL
No travel is expected
Salary
N-8 $19.34 - $24.18/hr
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S299P
Job Open Date
06/25/2026
Job Close Date
07/09/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Advertising Summary
Richland Community College is seeking candidates for the Accounting Technician–Accounts Payable position. This employee administers and coordinates the College’s accounts payable processes to ensure the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions. The position performs intermediate-level accounting and administrative functions requiring analytical skills, sound judgment, and a thorough understanding of accounting procedures.
The Accounting Technician maintains financial records, prepares reports, supports audit and compliance activities, and provides excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders while ensuring adherence to College policies and applicable regulations.
Salary : $19 - $24