Accounting Technician - City of Charleston, SC : Job Details

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.Annual Salary:$39,819.00 - $41,827.50Hourly:$20.42 - $21.45Department:Finance, General GovernmentDivision: Accounts PayableFLSA: Non-ExemptJob Description:Job DescriptionIn this role you will compute, classify, record, and verifies data for accuracy. Examples of Duties:

• Compiles and sorts documents, such as invoices and checks, substantiating business transactions.
• Computes, validates and records charges, taxes, refunds, freight charges, rentals, and similar items.
• Prepares and reviews checks for accurate remittance information.
• Create ad hoc payees and payments when necessary.
• Provides suppliers with supporting documentations for electronic payments, ACH.
• Monitors accounts payable electronic mailboxes to ensure timely payments.
• Resolves supplier invoice discrepancies with the departments and or suppliers.
• Verify purchase orders on invoices are correct prior to processing in Workday.
• Validates supplier invoice requests entries for accuracy.
• Maintains accounts payable electronic files.
• Answers phone calls to assist with various payment transactions.
• Creates and maintains spreadsheets to be loaded into Workday.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to type a minimum of 35 words per minute by touch.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Workday software helpful.

Other Necessary Requirements:

• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City's needs.

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]