What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Technician II AR position at Nash County, NC?
General Statement of Duties
Nash County’s Finance Department is currently seeking a highly motivated individual to join the team as a Finance Technician II. The preferred candidate will be experienced in accounting, coachable, adaptable and have the ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative environment. The candidate must be able to successfully navigate office technology and computer systems related to the job functions as well as possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills. If you take a proactive approach to work, are looking for the opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic family environment, this could be the job for you.
MUNIS experience is a plus, but not required.
Performs technical accounting tasks in support of the County's finance operations.
Work involves applying established accounting or administrative procedures, principles of bookkeeping, and basic fund accounting to the review and processing of a variety of technical tasks which my include accounts receivables, accounts payables, fixed assets, limited payroll tasks, accounting and other financial documents. Work is characterized by use of automated accounting ledgers, registers, statements, vouchers, and other fiscal documents. Work includes journal entries, reconciling accounts or cash, processing accounts receivables, processing accounts payable, maintaining the fixed assets system, administering the Tourism Development Authority financial records in a separate accounting system, and compiling a variety of reports. Independence of action, judgment and initiative are required in the performance of duties. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated by the Finance Director through conferences, accuracy and completeness of records and reports, and by independent audit of financial records.
Essential Duties and Tasks
- Prepares various accounting, financial, or fiscal statements, reports, or other supporting documents.
- Maintains Rural Operating Assistance Program records; processes invoices for payment and maintains records for agencies receiving funding for public transportation services.
- Maintains information for various collections included Occupancy Tax, Rental Vehicle Tax, Excise Tax, Building Permits, Fines and Forfeitures etc. and prepares and submits required reports to outside agencies, distributing payments required
- Keys line item transfers and budget amendments
- Processes all accounts receivables; verifies each department's deposit to the remittance and cash report submitted; receipts cash and checks from a variety of County departments and funds received through mail
- Maintains Finance Department supply inventory
- Maintains accounting records and prepares financial reports for the Tourism Development Authority including preparation of minutes, processing of accounts payable and various reports, including reports for the annual audit and outside requests and vendors; communicates with the Board scheduling meetings and outside agencies regarding funding requests; attends meetings to serve as administrator and minute-taker.
- Prepares MV Tax Refund report and related adjusting entries for processing
- Prepares billing statements for County accounts receivable for third party collections, checks for accuracy and required documentation and backup
- Manages postal meter funds and reconciliation of related accounts monthly and annually.
- Assists with preparation of Annual Sales Tax Reimbursement Report
- Performs annual audit of petty cash accounts for the County
- Responsible for Positive Pay Submission File and Banking Exceptions
- Assists Accounts Payable with preparation of escheat letters for checks not cashed after six months.
- Backup for setting up, maintaining and updating vendor records and documentation for new and existing vendors
- Backup for Fixed Asset reporting
- Backup for Accounts Payable
- Performs other administrative duties as required to support the Finance Office.
Knowledges, Skills and Abilities
- Proficient with Microsoft excel and word for preparation of spreadsheets and reports.
- General knowledge of MUNIS Financial System
- General knowledge of governmental laws, rules, regulations, policies and practices in accounting
- Working knowledge of bookkeeping practices, accounting systems, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to understand and apply policies to the maintenance of a variety of financial information
- Ability to use a technology for the maintenance of accounting, fixed assets, and
- other fiscal records.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare a variety of reports verifying accuracy and completeness.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads,
- employees, and the general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
Desirable Education and Experience
Prefer and BS in Accounting or minimum associates degree in business/accounting or graduation from high school with additional coursework in accounting or bookkeeping and including some experience in an accounting or fiscal office environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
