Fiscal Assistant I (Account Tech)

This job announcement is a courtesy job post for the Chesapeake County local Social Services agency. It is not a position of the Virginia Department of Social Services or any other Commonwealth of Virginia agency. Local employment opportunities may also be available through the local agency’s city or county website/job board(s).https://jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/18009

Key Responsibilities:
Evaluates and assesses accounts in assigned area
Collects, enters, updates, and maintains account information
Generates payments for invoices, refunds, and/or payroll
Calculates amounts to process checks for payments
Verifies, monitors, and reconciles accounts
Performs various accounting functions such as preparing accounts receivable, deposits, and/or vacation and leave information
Researches information to solve accounting discrepancies or track payments
Prepares accounting and fiscal reports
Answers phones and inquiries regarding account information
Performs related tasks as necessary, such as scheduling meetings and monitoring departmental inventory
Performs other related duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Experience working with spreadsheets, databases, or financial systems
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
Prior experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support preferred

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications    
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED/HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in accounting or related field

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications    
Experience processing accounts payable/receivable transactions
Experience with interactive sessions through a mainframe environment
Experience with the PeopleSoft accounting software program
Experience with tracking financial transactions
Experience collecting and presenting data to a supervisor