ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNICIAN - FINANCE

Job Summary Responsible for performing a variety of administrative and clerical duties for Finance. Serves as back‑up to the Accounts Payable Specialist. Essential Job Functions Prepare and key Accounts Payable; assist with various finance functions and processes. Process purchase orders. Print and distribute purchase orders. Liquidate open purchase orders as needed. Assist procurement department in requisition training and following the Culpeper County Purchasing Resolution. Perform reception functions. Greets customers, responds to routine questions, and directs them to the appropriate person or department. Answer telephone, direct callers to appropriate person or department and relay messages. Distribute forms/documentation as requested. Assist other departmental personnel with various tasks; serve as back‑up for Accounts Payable Specialist and Payroll Assistant. Non‑essential Job Functions Perform general/clerical tasks. Distribute various documents to departments. Assist Accounting Manager with fixed assets and budget document preparation. Assemble budget books for meetings. Provide assistance to other employees or departments as needed. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications Education and Experience Education equivalent to a high school diploma. Previous experience/training in financial processes, clerical, reception, or data entry work is preferred but not required. Special Qualifications Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background check. In‑house training will be provided to serve as back‑up to Accounts Payable for multiple departments. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of general office practices. Ability to operate a computer; proficiency in various software including Word, Outlook, and Excel. Ability to effectively communicate with customers and co‑workers. Ability to provide the highest level of customer service. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment. Ability to follow directions. Ability to operate various office equipment such as fax, phone, etc. Physical Demands This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as moderate. Must be able to lift 12-20 pounds. Must be able to operate office and computer equipment. May involve extended periods of time at keyboards or workstation. Must be able to communicate orally and perceive and discriminate colors or shades of color. Work Environment Essential functions are regularly performed in an office setting. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Disclaimer The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer & ADA Accommodations Culpeper County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. County of Culpeper Benefits Medical Insurance: Two (2) HMO & HSA plans. Dental Insurance: Three comprehensive dental plans for employees and eligible dependents. Life Insurance: Basic life insurance plan with coverage amount equal to employee’s annual salary, rounded up to the next highest thousand, then multiplied by 2. Additional coverage may be purchased. Retirement: Enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System with monthly lifetime benefit. Employees contribute 5% of gross salary. Plans include VRS 1, VRS 2, VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty, and VRS Hybrid. Short‑Term Disability: Basic income protection for employees unable to perform essential functions. Long‑Term Disability: Additional income protection continuing beyond short‑term disability until return to work or retirement age. Covered at no cost under VRS Hybrid. Voluntary Insurance Programs: Accident Plan, Cancer Plan, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness Plans. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Up to $2,500 annually, pre‑tax via payroll deductions, to pay eligible medical, dental, or vision expenses. Dependent Care Assistance Program: Up to $5,000 annually, pre‑tax via payroll deductions, for eligible dependent care expenses. Deferred Compensation: 457 program to set aside money for retirement. This employer uses E‑Verify. For more information please go to: #J-18808-Ljbffr COUNTY OF CULPEPER