Accounting Technician, Level 1, 2, or 3

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Accounting Technician, Level 1, 2, or 3

Posted Date: August 8, 2025 Closing Date: August 18, 2025

Position Type: Full-Time Position

Location: Southwest Health District Office/Albany, GA

Paygrade/Salary:G-$36,022, H-$39,124 or I-$42,536

(Based on qualifications/experience)

Job Code(S): FIT020, FIT021, FIT022

We offer: 13 paid holidays, Educational Support Leave, 3 wks. Annual Leave & 3 wks. Sick Leave earned in first year, a defined benefit retirement plan plus (employer matched) 401(k) plan, Health and Flexible Benefits (Dental, Vision, Legal, Long-Term Care, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Spending Accounts).

• Under direct supervision, performs paraprofessional accounting and fiscal control functions, such as accounts payable and receivable, purchasing, facilities management, or other related general accounting processes
• Balances/reconciles accounting records, statements, journals, or reports
• Maintains records and files, collects fees or revenues
• Receives further training, as required, to gain full proficiency & experience in all areas.
• Facilities management of district building and grounds
• Prepares requested materials for audits of financial data or records
• Processes or records financial transactions such as accounts payable and receivable, payroll, invoices, or requisitions in a ledger or computer system
• Responds to Public Health Emergencies
• Provides exceptional customer service and maintains HIPAA Standards

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related accounting or fiscal experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Accounting Technician Trainee (FIT019) or position equivalent. (Please mail or bring a copy of your college transcript or diploma for the interview—you must have an official transcript prior to the start date). Physical Requirements include occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous employment with any state's Department of Public Health or a County Board of Health
• Associate's degree in Accounting
• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office Suite products
• Experience in processing financial transactions such as accounts payable and receivable in accordance to GAAP guidelines
• Excellent customer service
• Excellent organizational skills & time management
• Experience overseeing building maintenance, janitorial, & other facility-related items

A State Merit Application for Employment must be received by this office no later than the deadline. Highlight any experience related to the Preferred Qualifications. This position may require driving company vehicles (Valid driver’s license required) and working some evenings and weekends during special events such as health fairs and responding to disasters. Selected applicant must consent to a motor vehicle record assessment. Points should be less than 10 and/or not negatively impact insurance rates for the agency. Drug screen, criminal background check and immunization records may be required. If selected, male applicants between 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. All information submitted is subject to verification.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.