Accounting Technician I

Performs a variety of technical and paraprofessional duties in support of the maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and financial reporting systems.

• Receives public’s payments of Town of Rolesville fees and bills, City of Raleigh Utility bills, and Wake County tax bills.

• Reviews and makes collection reports daily.
• Reviews and makes daily deposits for accuracy and balances cash drawers as assigned and maintains appropriate records of receipts.
• Maintains varied subsidiary ledgers, auditing and reconciling reports and information and posting data as required; may generate general ledger entries. 
• Updates employee records and performs payroll and benefits processing and reporting.
• Codes and processes invoices into the accounting system and reviews data to issue checks for remittance to vendors; files documentation into vendor files for record retention.
• Orders and maintains office supplies as required.
• Assists with administrative tasks by answering telephones, greeting the public, and disseminating information as required.
• Researches and assembles information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms or the preparation of reports.
• Maintains a variety of records; makes periodic and special reports of work performed.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of the Town by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. 

Required Knowledge:

• Town policies and procedures.
• Business arithmetic.
• Financial record keeping and bookkeeping practices and techniques.
• Principles and practices of auditing financial documents and records.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Basic budgetary practices and terminology.
• Practices of reviewing financial documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Techniques for working collaboratively with the public.

Required Skills:

• Performing technical, specialized, and complex financial office support work.
• Reading and explaining rules, policies and procedures.
• Analyzing and resolving varied financial office administrative problems.
• Organizing, researching and maintaining financial files.
• Performing accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Reviewing financial documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Reviewing, posting, balancing and reconciling financial records.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing accurate and timely reports.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Working without close supervision in standard work situations. 
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable codes, regulations and procedures.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma/GED.
• Three (3) years of accounting support experience.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.   

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office setting. 

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITES ACT COMPLIANCE:

The Town of Rolesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the Town of Rolesville to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Salary : $49,966 - $67,455