Accounting Technician

Posting number: 5206-26

Department: Behavioral Health and Recovery Services

Job classification: ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administrative Assistant, Clerical & Data Entry, Community Services, Accounting and Finance, Miscellaneous, Business, Audit

Summary

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for the Accounting Technician role is a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment requiring precision and analytical thinking. They possess a natural aptitude for numbers, paired with a keen ability to identify patterns, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvements.

This individual approaches their work with a sense of responsibility and integrity, ensuring accuracy in financial records and reports. They are a proactive problem-solver who takes initiative to resolve challenges, anticipate needs, and adapt quickly to changing priorities. A strong communicator, they can clearly explain financial data and collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments, fostering a team-oriented atmosphere.

To succeed in this role, the candidate must be self-motivated and possess excellent time management skills, balancing multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality. They are tech-savvy, comfortable navigating accounting software and other digital tools, and they leverage technology to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency. Additionally, the ideal candidate is resourceful and demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset, constantly seeking ways to optimize processes and deliver exceptional results. They exhibit a high level of professionalism, reliability, and discretion when handling sensitive financial and payroll information.

If you are an analytical thinker with a passion for maintaining accuracy, driving efficiency, and contributing to a team’s success, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a positive impact.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: August 5, 2026
Written Examination: August 14, 2026

To learn more about the Behavioral Health & Recovery Services department https://www.stancounty.com/bhrs/.

THE POSITION

Under general direction, the incumbent will perform complex and highly responsible clerical work required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records.  Tasks may include processing purchase requisitions and invoices, monthly reconciliation of County purchasing card transactions, monthly reconciliation of vendor statements to invoices, processing journal entries, preparing complex calculations for cost allocation purposes, cost accounting functions, auditing payroll, assisting human resources, use of various software including Cost Accounting Management System, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Access Database, Oracle Cloud  modules, and other related work as assigned. 

The ideal candidate for the Accounting Technician position is a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a solid understanding of accounting principles and a commitment to accuracy. They have experience maintaining journals, ledgers, and financial records, as well as preparing comprehensive reports on revenues and expenditures.

This individual excels at compiling and analyzing complex data, reconciling accounts, and processing financial transactions such as accounts payable and payroll. They are proficient in computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, and word processing applications, and demonstrate the ability to streamline processes using both manual and automated procedures.

Questions? We're Here to Help!

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, the recruitment process, or need assistance with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at (209) 525-6112.

Examples of duties

• Maintain journals and ledgers of financial transactions and prepare analytical reports on revenues and expenditures;
• Prepare calculations for billing of services provided by the County;
• Maintain general, statistical, and cost records;
• Prepare and process information which requires the analysis of complex source documents;
• Compile a variety of narrative and statistical reports, locating sources of information; devising forms to secure data, and determining the prop