Accounting Technician

General Statement of Duties

The Accounting Technician I performs technical accounting and bookkeeping work in support of the centralized finance department. Responsibilities include processing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling financial records, assisting with payroll, and preparing required reports for state and federal agencies. Work is performed under general supervision and evaluated for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.

Example of Duties

• Financial Recordkeeping — Prepare and maintain journals, ledgers, and accounting records.
• Bank Reconciliation — Reconcile bank statements; prepare cash receipt and disbursement journals.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable — Process invoices, payments, and receivables; assist with external reporting.
• Payroll Processing — Process payroll, maintain payroll records, prepare tax reports, and complete year-end tasks (W-2s, longevity payments, ESC reports).
• Section 8 Housing Program Support — Enter and verify financial data; assist with required submissions.
• Travel Voucher Review — Review travel reimbursements for accuracy and compliance.
• Fixed Asset Maintenance — Maintain fixed asset records; assist with inventories and purchase orders.
• Data Entry & Reporting — Prepare spreadsheets, code accounts, maintain files, and support mandated reporting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Familiarity with modern office procedures and accounting software.
• Ability to operate computers, perform accurate data entry, and use spreadsheet and accounting programs.
• Strong ability to compile figures, detect errors, and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with staff, vendors, and clients.
• Education & Experience:
• Associate degree in Accounting from an accredited college OR
• High school diploma plus one year of accounting experience,
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Defined benefit retirement plan (North Carolina Local Governmental Employees ' Retirement System)
• Health and vision coverage (100% paid by WPCOG)
• Life insurance (100,000 coverage)
• Dental insurance (Employee and Family)
• Short-term disability (Weekly indemnity)
• Long-term disability
• NC 457 Retirement Plans, NC 401(k) Plans, Local Government & State Employees' Credit Union payroll deductions
• Additional voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness insurance
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Sick leave accrues at 1 day per month (8 hours)
• Annual leave accrued on a sliding scale
• Longevity Pay (subject to annual appropriations by the WPCOG Board)

Pay & Schedule

• Salary Range: $47,047.00 - $72,217.00 Annually
• Employer: Western Piedmont COG
• Address: P.O. Box 9026, Hickory, North Carolina, 28603
• Phone: 828-485-4275
• Website: https://www.wpcog.org