Accounting Associate #1216 - Accounting - Accounts Payable - Finance Division

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics.

This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.) Tasks Prepares routine financial statements and reports, relating to department programs, fund or grant budgets; enters and maintains financial information system data; records expenditures and prepares financial schedules, billings and collections.

Monitors, reviews and reconciles accounts, budgets, and various statements; assists with special projects upon request; may track and review inventories, assets and procurements for finance department.

Maintains department Accounting, Purchasing and inventory Systems to assure accurate division of each program's expenditures and program inventory; prepares monthly financial reports; maintains accounts payable.

Coordinates information between the finance department, other County departments; and external agencies to clarify and reconcile issues relating to County funds and accounting; may assist in complex special projects as requested.

Performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Knowledge of Hamilton County policies and procedures.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel. Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying accounting standards and procedures, applicable Federal rules and regulations, Hamilton County Policies and Procedures.

Skill in the application of accounting principles and standards. Skill in the implementation and updating of financial and accounting information systems.

Skill in working under pressure of deadlines, establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with department staff and other County departments.

Skill in the process of accounts payable. Skill in ability to process a high volume of accounts payable transactions timely and accurately. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to learn with on-the-job training. Ability to complete recurring assignments without direct supervision and work under the pressure of deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications An Associate's Degree in Accounting from an accredited institution and at least three (3) years of direct work experience in the field of accounting or accounts payable.

A valid driver's license is required. ADDITIONAL

REQUIREMENTS: Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level.

PREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS: Direct work experience in the field of accounts payable. Prior work experience in Hamilton County Accounts Payable is preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL

REQUIREMENTS : Work requires minimal physical effort with extended sitting, intermittent standing, walking, occasional driving, and extensive computer keyboarding.

Work may also require the incumbent to push and/or pull heavy, bulky files and file boxes weighing up to 50 pounds. A handcart/truck may be utilized to assist in the moving.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION : This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.

All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends.

Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page. https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx Hamilton County Government Meeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play!

Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities.

Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great

benefits - take a look at a few of those highlighted below... On-Site Employee Health Clinic No copay to utilize clinic services.

Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more TextCare - Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message. (Employee access to the clinic is available from day one.

A covered spouse or dependent has access as soon as their health plan coverage is effective. Children age 3 and up who are covered by the County's insurance are eligible to be seen.) Telehealth - T wo-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options.

One to One Provider Network - Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost. Health Management Programs - Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol) Nutritional guidance - Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices.

On-Site Employee Pharmacy Low-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan. Over the counter items offered at cost.

RxLocal App - Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions.

On-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information. Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees.

Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus).

The LCP has a smaller network that includes most providers and hospitals, with the exception of Parkridge facilities/providers. The OAP is a national network of facilities/providers that includes most providers/hospitals, including Parkridge.

Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees. Three coverage options are offered: Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO.

The Cigna High Dental Plan covers orthodontia for children up to age 18. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.

The Cigna Low Dental Plan does not cover orthodontia. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.

The Sun Life DHMO plan is a prepaid dental plan that offers benefits through a network of plan dentists. A dental provider must be selected when enrolling and services must be provided by that provider for benefits to apply.

Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees.

Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows: -Individual Short-Term Disability (STD) -Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) -Flexible Spending Account-Health Care -Flexible Spending Account-Dept.

Care -Flexible Spending Account-Transportation -Accident Insurance -Critical Illness Insurance -Hospital Indemnity Insurance Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees: Pension - Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015), in which the employer contributes 14.70%.

Pension - Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%. 401K - Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice. 457b - Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose.

Pre-Retirement Seminar: Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1 st and 3 rd quarter of each year).

Seminar topics covered may include: Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling. Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire.

Estate Planning Personal Financial Planning TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service) - Ham. County Pension Deferred Compensation/457 Plan - Nationwide Social Security Benefits Parental Leave: Hamilton County provides eight (8) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care.

Paid Time Off : Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment. Years 1 - 5: an employee will accrue 5.85 hours of leave, per pay period.

Years 5 - 10: an employee will accrue 6.77 hours of leave, per pay period. Years 11-15: an employee will accrue 8.31hours of leave, per pay period.

Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8.93 hours of leave, per pay period. At each anniversary, an employee can roll over up to 80 hours of unused PTO into their leave bank. (Up to 800 hours for employees hired on or after 1/1/2013).

Paid Holidays: Hamilton County Government provides thirteen (13) paid holidays to fulltime employees. New Year's Day Independence Day M.L. King's Birthday Labor Day President's Day Veteran's Day Good Friday Thanksgiving (2 days) Memorial Day Christmas (2 days) Juneteenth Wellness Facility: Hamilton County Government provides a 24/7 fitness center, free of charge, to County employees and family members (age 14+) covered under the County's health plan.

The fitness center offers cardio and strength-training equipment, along with group exercise classes throughout the year. (which may include Zumba, spin, yoga, etc.) 01 To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, applicants must possess an Associate's Degree in Accounting from an accredited institution and at least three (3) years of direct work experience in the field of accounting or accounts payable.

A valid driver's license is required. Do you meet all of the minimum qualifications for this position? Yes, I meet all of the minimum qualifications for this position.

I meet some of the minimum qualifications for this position. No, I do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position. 02 What is your highest level of education completed?

I do not have a GED or High School Diploma. GED High School Diploma Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctoral Degree 03 If you indicated you possess a degree, please tell us the field of study your degree is in. 04 How many years of direct work experience do you have in the field accounting or accounts payable?

No experience Minimal, less than one year. 1-2 years 2-3 years 3-4 years 4-5 years 5-6 years 6-7 years 7-8 years 8-9 years 9-10 years 10 years or more 05 How would you describe your skill level using Microsoft Outlook?

No experience - I am unfamiliar with Microsoft Outlook. Basic- I occasionally use Microsoft Outlook at my current (or at a previous) job. Average - I use Microsoft Outlook at least once a week at my current (or at a previous) job.

Advanced - I use Microsoft Outlook daily at my current (or at a previous) job. 06 How would you describe your skill level using Microsoft Word?

No experience - I am unfamiliar with Microsoft Word. Basic- I occasionally use Microsoft Word at my current (or at a previous) job. Average - I use Microsoft Word at least once a week at my current (or at a previous) job.

Advanced - I use Microsoft Word daily at my current (or at a previous) job. 07 How would you describe your skill level using Microsoft Excel?

No experience - I am unfamiliar with Microsoft Excel. Basic- I occasionally use Microsoft Excel at my current (or at a previous) job. Average - I use Microsoft Excel at least once a week at my current (or at a previous) job.

Advanced - I use Microsoft Excel daily at my current (or at a previous) job. 08 Prior work experience in Hamilton County Accounts Payable is preferred but not required.

Do you have direct work experience in Hamilton County Accounts Payable? Yes No 09 Do you have direct work experience that required you to understand the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards, recommended practices and policies?

Yes No 10 Do you have direct work experience that required you to track and review inventories? Yes No 11 Do you have direct work experience that required you to prepare monthly financial reports and coordinate department purchasing activities?

Yes No 12 Do you have direct work experience that required you to implement and update financial and accounting information systems? Yes No 13 Are you fluent in both English and Spanish?

This is not a requirement for the position. Yes No 14 Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No 15 Have you ever served in the United States Armed Forces?

Yes No 16 The answers you provide in the "Supplemental Question" portion of the application will be used to review/process your application.

Once this job posting closes, your answers to the supplemental questions cannot be changed. Have you reviewed your answers and verified they are correct?

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