Senior Accounting Technician

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Senior Accounting Technician

Description

What You'll Be Doing

Do you have a special set of accounting skills that you would like to put to good use? Would you like a job that provides you with a variety of tasks? Are you a detail-oriented self-starter? If you answered "yes" to these questions, Facilities, Design & Construction would like you on our team. We are looking for a Senior Accounting Technician that can learn quickly and pay close attention to details and procedures.

Candidates will use a general working knowledge of accounting methods, procedures and accounting practices to:

• Understand, interpret and apply the laws and regulations pertaining to financial payments
• Prepare financial reports and analyze financial statements
• Present financial information clearly and concisely in oral and written form
• Research, identify and resolve discrepancies in accounting transactions
• Manage multiple projects and a heavy workload
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Communicate well with others
• Be patient and provide clear thinking in times of high stress
• Enjoy providing and/or consuming treats
• Enjoy challenges!

About Our Team

Facilities Design & Construction manages the planning, design and construction of all capital improvement projects undertaken by Wake County Government. We also act as the bridge between the County Managers Office, the public, design consultants, and construction contractors. And, of course, we coordinate with other local governments, internal county departments, and private and nonprofit groups. We develop and create special places for our community and work to improve Wake County by making the ordinary, extraordinary. Our projects span the spectrum from building renovations and site improvements to large, complicated building and campus site development projects. While many of our projects do win awards for planning and design, our team’s main focus is on constructing high quality projects for the community.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• High school diploma or GED
• Three years of job-related experience
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Two plus years of experience in the Advantage Financial Suite or similar financial program

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• General working knowledge of accounting methods, procedures and accounting practices
• General knowledge of a variety of technology, financial systems and software packages to create and maintain data
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply the laws and regulations pertaining to financial records
• Ability to prepare fiscal reports and analyze financial statements
• Ability to present financial information clearly and concisely in oral and written form
• Ability to research, identify and resolve discrepancies in accounting transactions
• Ability to manage multiple projects and a heavy workload
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate well with others
• Ability to be patient and provide clear thinking in times of high stress
• Attention to detail
• Motivated self-starter
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Adobe Professional, Outlook, and Office 365
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment

About This Position

Location: Waverly F. Akins Wake County Office Building Raleigh, NC 27602

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 23.20 - 28.42

Posting Closing Date: This position is open until filled and may close at any time.

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.57 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Salary:

23.20 - 28.42