Senior Account Technician-Accounting

Outagamie County WI
US - Wisconsin - Appleton
January 10, 2025
Accounting

Salary: $23. 97 - $26. 19 Hourly

Location : Appleton, WI

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2503129

Department: Financial Services

Opening Date: 01/06/2025

Typical Work Hours/Shift:: Daytime shift between the hours of 7 - 4:30 with possibilities of overtime

Outagamie County Core Values

Invested in Serving

Better Together

Create Progress

Support Through Compassion

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Finance Deputy Director or Controller, the Senior Account Technician performs general accounting, accounts receivable and accounts payable functions including answering inquiries from county personnel and outside vendors regarding payments and performs other office/clerical functions in support of department objectives.

Hours: Full Time position-Daytime shift between the hours of 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM with possibilities of overtime

Benefits: Full benefits package including being a part of the Wisconsin Retirement System Pension!We offer:
Health, Dental, Vision Benefit options
HSA with county contribution on the High Deductible plan
FSA option
Short term and Long term disability
Life Insurance
Employee and Family On-site Clinic along with nearby clinic
So much more!

Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Performs accounting procedures in general operation of the Finance Department.
Assists in the preparation of accounting reports, schedules and analysis for the operation of the Finance Department.
Generate customer invoices, track payments and following up on outstanding balances.
Enters journal entries into the general ledger; uploads cash receipts; enters daily accounts receivable receipts; and prepares vouchers.
Processes upload of cash receipts and Accounts Receivable payments
Prepares monthly sales tax report and prepares entry for ACH payment.
Reconciles procurement card statement and charges, creating entries for departments.
Reconciles quarterly mileage reports.
Assists the Purchasing Coordinator in administering the County's procurement card system.
Answers questions about purchasing, travel, and various county policies and procedures and ensures compliance, which includes review of travel documents.
Prepares quotation requests and makes recommendations to departments for equipment, supplies, and other consumables.
Assists in the processing of accounts payable
Assists in budget preparation, the annual audit and other special projects.
Answering financial inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
Maintaining organized financial documents and records.
As necessary, performs basic office tasks including answering phones; processing department mail; typing, copying, and faxing.
Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

Associate degree in accounting or business administration with at least one to three years of accounts receivable experience.
Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Required or Preferred Skills

Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to conform to goals, policies, and procedures of the Department as well as the Outagamie County Work Rules and Terms of Employment.
Strong numerical skills and accuracy
Excellent attention to detail
Microsoft Office skills
Good organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move up to 20 pounds, understanding and utilizing proper body mechanics.
Work Environment: Office setting

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

Outagamie County offers Benefit options and paid time off for team members that work 20+ or more hours per week. Learn more today by visiting:

Outagamie County Diversity Statement:

Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE AND HIGHLY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE TO ITS EMPLOYEES.

LEVELS OF BENEFITS CAN VARY BASED ON EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND EMPLOYEE GROUP. Medical Coverage
Outagamie County currently offers eligible employees a Low-Deductible Health Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Each of these plans are available for single or family coverage at affordable rates.

Dental Coverage
Eligible employees may choose either single, limited family, or family coverage.

Vision Coverage
Outagamie County offers single, employee plus one, employee plus children, and family voluntary vision insurance for those that are benefit eligible. Vision insurance coverage provides an opportunity for employees to save money on routine vision exams, contacts, eyeglass frames, and lenses.

Life Insurance
Outagamie County prov.

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