Accounting Clerk III

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting Technician III to join our team at Scotland County NC. As a key member of our department, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely management of financial records and reports.

• Inventory, purchase, and distribute supplies and equipment as needed for the agency with the approval of the supervisor.
• Manage payee accounts, ensure monthly bills are paid, allowances are provided, deposits are correct and posted accurately, and accounts are not overspent.
• Complete financial records and reports in a timely and efficient manner, providing expenditure and revenue data to the county finance office and submitting reports to the appropriate state office.
• Report any costly program errors and/or budgetary concerns to the supervisor and adhere to all internal controls.
• Attend meetings to stay informed of changes in County, State or Federal regulations and/or policy and adhere to County, State, and Federal standards.

• Considerable knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices.
• Knowledge of and ability to explain and apply the provisions of standardized accounting practices.
• Ability to interpret and analyze accounting data and apply that analysis to departmental or institutional needs and determine compliance with pertinent guidelines, rules, regulations, and laws.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with representatives of related contact agencies, departmental staff, and the general public.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.

• Graduation from a high school including or supplemented by basic courses in bookkeeping or accounting and three years experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work in an accounting office.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

We offer a wide range of benefits, including healthcare, supplemental plans, and retirement programs. Our benefits package includes:

• A high-deductible health plan with a $3000 deductible (Single) and a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• A dental plan that provides for preventive services at 100% and other services at varying levels of coverage.
• Voluntary plans, including AFLAC Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans, as well as life insurance and retirement plans.
• Longevity pay for employees with at least 5 years of continuous service.