Accounting Technician - Accounting Technician II

Provide entry level accounting support by balancing and reconciling daily revenues for the seven Motor Vehicle branch offices, Recording, and Election departments. Accurately enter revenue and deposit information into the computer systems, maintain detailed records, and follow established financial procedures.

Accounting Technician I: $45,972.16 - $64,361.02
Accounting Technician II: $51,654.32 - $72,316.04

• Balance and reconcile daily revenues for Motor Vehicle branch offices, including Kiosk, Online, and EVRT drawers. Compare DRIVES cash drawer reports with deposit slips; assist in resolving discrepancies.
• Support revenue balancing and reconciliation for the Recording and Election departments; verify department balancing software against deposit slips.
• Enter and verify revenue and deposit information in Excel spreadsheets using DRIVES reports for cross-checking.
• Track returned checks for all Clerk & Recorder departments; send correspondence, update payment records, and notify the Sheriff’s Office if payments remain outstanding.
• Answer phone calls and provide general accounting information on refunds and returned items to internal staff, external agencies, and customers.
• Audit vaults and cash drawers for accuracy and compliance with cash-handling procedures.
• Assist in refund check processing by retrieving refund letters, entering data into tracking spreadsheets, and verifying details before issuing vendor numbers.
• Follow internal financial procedures and controls to maintain consistency and data integrity.
• Independently balance and reconcile daily revenues for Motor Vehicle branch offices (including Kiosk, Online, and EVRT drawers) and for the Recording and Election departments. Fully resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain high accuracy in Excel spreadsheets through thorough cross-referencing with DRIVES reports.
• Assist Accounting Manager with reconciling the monthly bank statement for the Clerk’s Office.
• Monitor returned checks across all departments; maintain accurate records and coordinate with the Sheriff’s Office on sequesters.
• Respond to complex refunds, returned items, and sequester inquiries from customers and agencies.
• Conduct detailed audits of vaults and cash drawers for all departments.
• Provide DRIVES expertise to assist external customers and support Motor Vehicle managers with financial troubleshooting.
• Manage the full refund check process, including creating vendor numbers, issuing checks, and verifying compliance before distribution.

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• Familiar with data entry procedures, including typing, basic math, and grammar. Able to accurately count, post, stay focused, and follow established routines.
• Capable of following State and County requirements, including completing the annual security training for Adams County and the DPPA training through the State.
• Proficient in operating standard office equipment, including computers, copiers, scanners, adding machines, and telephone systems.
• Knowledge of computer software related to accounting, such as Excel.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook for email communication and Microsoft Teams for virtual collaboration and meetings.
• Familiar with DRIVES software, a specialized computer system used by the Motor Vehicle offices.
• Capable of quickly and efficiently learning and navigating specialized software used by the Recording department along with JD Edwards for issuing vendor numbers in the Accounting Department.
• Ability to learn the Clerk and Recorder’s policies and procedures.
• Skilled in communicating clearly and respectfully through verbally, written and electronic forms.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with County staff, the public, and external partners.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position with accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Proficient in Clerk & Recorder data entry procedures, with strong typing skills, and a solid command of basic math and grammar.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn the statutes and regulations affecting the various departments of the Clerk and Recorder's office.
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