Accounting Technician

PG 6 $28,381.59  This is a career ladder to an Accounting Specialist, PG 8

Incumbents in this class provide basic accounting and bookkeeping services in support of a section, division, or department financial activity.  Work is performed under the supervision of a technical supervisor, and assignments are stable in nature.  Individuals process and/or verify financial transactions/accounts which require familiarity with bookkeeping principles and practices as well as specific knowledge of individual codes, department regulations, etc.  Incumbents may be responsible for either one or a combination of the below listed accountabilities, depending upon the structure of the agency to which assigned.

• Posts, maintains and verifies various ledgers and accounts.  
• Prepares and/or verifies financial documents such as payment vouchers, invoices, etc.  
• Compiles basic data for use by others in the preparation of budgets and/or financial reports.  
• May participate in the receipt and disbursement of monies.  
• Prepares reports of financial activity.  
• Reconciles bank accounts.  
• Maintains and/or verifies financial accounts.  
• Interacts with students, facility, employees, vendors, state agencies, public, etc., to resolve any discrepancies.  
• Researches accounts in order to determine proper billing and disposition of funds.  
• Reconciles journal entries with supporting documentation.  
• Maintains appropriate financial records and files, both manually and computer assisted.  
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of basic accounting and bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures. Knowledge of auditing procedures.
• Ability to assay state accounting procedures and federal reporting procedures.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to operate office machines and equipment.
• Ability to apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Applicants must have education, training, and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:  

• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and procedures.  
• Knowledge of office record keeping practices and procedures.  
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.  
• Ability to communicate orally.

Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of employment.  Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of employment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer.  

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization).  The candidate/applicant selected for this position shall be asked to join and pay dues to the labor organization or,  may decline joining the labor organization and not pay dues or a fee.  The labor organization has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other work related purposes.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458.

TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

Benefits:   To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit the State Personnel web-site at http://delawarepersonnel.com/benefits/index.htm         

 

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.