Financial Technician I - 00059610 bei Georgia Department of Human Services, GA

About the Department

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.  

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.  

Start your career in public service.  . The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Financial Services (OFS) is seeking candidates for the position of Financial Technician 1. This position is located in Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia.

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Position Duties

Pay Grade: G

Under direct supervision, performs paraprofessional accounting and fiscal control functions, such as accounts payable and receivable, payroll preparation, budget monitoring or related general accounting processes.

The Financial Technician reports directly to the Accounts Payable Supervisor. This position processes invoices for the Child Support Services and Aging Services. This position assists both external and internal customers with inquiries related to payments including employee travel.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Ensure Travel statements, Basic Expense Forms, and Purchase Orders are processed and paid accurately and timely.
• Ensure all Travel statements follow SAO policies and requirements.
• Complete daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly activities.
• Process assigned Basic Expense Forms, contracts, reclaim and MSLR invoices accurately and timely.
• Review and resolve budget rejections daily.
• Help research and follow – up with outstanding Travel advances.
• Review critical payments weekly/and or monthly to ensure payment is made timely to prevent disconnection and notices, including but not limited to rent and utilities.

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable.
• Efficient Data Processing skills.
• Self-starter who desires to develop his/her talent and advance within the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED AND two (2) years of job-related accounting or fiscal experience; 

• One (1) year of experience at the lower level Accounting Technician Trainee (FIT019) or equivalent position. 

Other Qualifications

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services

                   https://dhs.georgia.gov/  

Employment Information
  
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
 
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to:  [email protected].
 
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
  
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
  
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
  
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process.  Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
  
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.