Account Technician

The purpose of the position is to evaluate and assess accounts and provide accounting support for assigned area of responsibility. The position is responsible for reviewing accounts, entering accounting data, updating and maintaining accounting information and files, and performing various account functions and calculations. The position works within a general outline of work to be performed; develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

GENERAL DUTIES

Establish and oversee maintenance of files. Review all service provider contracts and input information into electronic case management system. Maintain and monitoring tracking spreadsheets for provider contracts, placement change forms, individualized educational plans (IEPs), office inventory, and Children and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessments (CANs), and Prepare and maintain Family Assessment and Planning Team (FAPT) and Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) meeting information and reports.

TYPICAL TASKS

• Evaluates and assesses accounts in assigned area.

• Collects, enters, updates, and maintains account information.

• Generates payments for invoices, refunds, and/or payroll.

• Calculates amounts to process checks for payments.

• Verifies, monitors, and reconciles accounts.

• Performs various accounting functions such as preparing accounts receivable, deposits, and/or vacation and leave information.

• Researches information to solve accounting discrepancies or track payments. • Prepares accounting and fiscal reports.

• Answers phones and inquiries regarding account information.

• Performs related tasks as necessary such as scheduling meetings and monitoring departmental inventory.

• Performs other related duties as assigned

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in accounting or related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Depending on operational needs, may require a valid driver's license and a driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience processing accounts payable/receivable transactions

• Experience with interactive sessions through a mainframe environment

• Experience with the PeopleSoft accounting software program

• Experience with tracking financial transactions and preparing financial reports

• Experience collecting and presenting data to a supervisor or board