Accounting Technician III

Under general supervision, this position is a lead contributor within the Fiscal Unit of the Department of Social Services. As the lead worker this position is responsible for managing the unit when the supervisor is out of the office.  The functions of this position are within the Fiscal unit and involve daily tasks that support the fiscal operations of Alamance County DSS. Within this position the candidate must be deadline-driven and possess the ability to record, compile, summarize and perform basic analysis of data utilizing software available.

REPOST

• Ensures responsibility for managing the unit and the work in the absence of the supervisor.
• Prepares, processes and provides oversight for a variety of accounting documents, invoices and transactions.
• Responsible for maintaining various accounts payable style accounts including funds management of trust accounts, childcare accounts and contractor accounts.
• Ensures compliance with internal policies and procedures in daily actions.
• Assists with state reimbursement reporting and ordering/processing supplies.
• Oversees processing and distribution of foster-care payments.
• Responsible for providing excellent customer service internally and externally as applicable.
• Performs other job related duties as trained and assigned.

COMPETENCY STATEMENTS: 

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. 
• Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. 
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. 
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures. 
• Detail-oriented – Ability to manipulate small pieces of data with accuracy and focus.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. 
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Judgment – Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to interpreting policies and procedures.
• Multitasking – Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. 
• Safety-Minded – Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities.   
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Education & Experience:  High School Diploma or equivalent with prior experience in bookkeeping or accounting and at least four years experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work in an accounting office; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Significant knowledge of accounting procedures is required.

Computer Skills:  Prior experience with Microsoft Office products required. Proficient in typing accurately and within a fast-paced environment.  Prior experience working with Tyler Munis software, preferred.

License/Credentials: Possession of a valid NC driver's license.
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs./day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs./day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs./day)
 12 lbs. or less   O
13-25 lbs.    O
26-40 lbs.    O
41-100 lbs.   O
See     C
Taste/Smell       N
•Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)

WORK ENVIRONMENT 
Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Salary : $46,617