Senior Accounting Technician

Salary : $47,412.00 - $64,005.00 Annually

Location : Chesterfield, VA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 25-00709

Department : Fire

Opening Date : 03 / 03 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in accounting, business administration or a related field; two years of experience in technical level accounting or bookkeeping; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Working knowledge of the basic principles and practices of accounting. Ability to process transactions using automated systems; to perform mathematical calculations; to operate a personal computer and related software and other standard office equipment; to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers. Proficient data entry and calculator skills; accuracy required. Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle confidential information. Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. Must have knowledge of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA), and experience working with an automated accounting / payroll system. Knowledge of USERRA, and experience working in a public safety environment desired; and experience in Telestaff is preferred. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education / degree verification required.

This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Duties

Process 56 and 40-hour payroll to include analyzing, verifying and auditing hours entered into an automated payroll system (Telestaff); reconcile hours in Telestaff against hours in the bridge to Payroll; convert payroll files to pass through the Telestaff bridge accurately and timely; audit and import accrual files into Telestaff; track all leave and maintain accurate balances for Fire and EMS personnel; track military leave according to USERRA guidelines; assist in tracking workers compensation and FMLA leave, as well as coordinating light duty employees' work schedules. Manage inventory and order supplies for eight divisions; daily processing of correction forms; process memorandums to payroll adjusting salary, leave and work codes; weekly leave report; serve as backup to process and reconcile purchasing card statements in an automated web based accounting system (Central Square); serve as backup and / or assist the Accountant with data entry for reimbursement requests, invoice payments and purchase requisitions through Central Square. Perform other work as required.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Please note : Previous applicants do not need to re-apply. Applications will remain under consideration until position is filled.

Shift

Monday - Friday; 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.; may include hours outside normal business hours to meet deadlines as necessary, and during adverse weather conditions / special events.

Work Location

Fire & EMS

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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What is your highest level of education completed? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

• Some High School
• High School / GED
• Some College
• 2 year College degree (Associate's)
• 4 year College degree (Bachelor's)
• Master's Degree

How many years of experience do you have processing payroll in an automated system? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

How many years of experience do you have in accounting using an automated system? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)

How many years of experience do you have working in a public safety environment? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately can result in disqualification from consideration.)

Required Question

Salary : $47,412 - $64,005