Accounting Technician I

Salary: $23.18 - $39.41 Hourly
Location : Winchester Hall - Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: FY26-00575
Department: Accounting
Opening Date: 06/09/2026
Closing Date: 6/16/2026 4:00 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt


JOB INFORMATION


Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; full-benefits; partial teleworking schedule may be available in accordance with Division policies

This skilled technical position is responsible for performing accounting and clerical duties related to the efficient maintenance and processing of Accounts Payable transactions. Supervision is primarily received from the Accounts Payable Supervisor.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.


For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Verify invoices are accurate and electronically processed in a timely manner utilizing multiple automated accounting systems
• Identify invoice submission errors and/or omissions, research variances and report analysis to management
• Follow FCG Accounts Payable standards and accounting internal control policies
• Create, prepare and generate Accounts Payable reports using Infor financial system
• Process multiple ACH and check pay cycles efficiently, effectively and independently to meet multiple deadlines
• Answer telephone calls and respond to emails, offering prompt information and support to vendors, other County departments, and agencies as needed. For inquiries that require specialized attention, refer those matters to the appropriate staff member
• Update and maintain manual and digital files utilizing cloud and/or network-based systems
• Perform other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS


The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and county laws, regulations, and requirements regarding finance and accounting, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledge of current accounts payable accounting principles and processes, internal controls, and reporting requirements
• Knowledge of FCG Accounts Payable standards and procedures and FCG audit guidelines
• Knowledge of fraud techniques
• Knowledge of and ability to perform transactions in an automated financial system
• Skilled in the use of applicable computer programs and software (Microsoft Office)
• Accurate math and clerical skills, including the ability to accurately read, process, and verify statistical data
• Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment
• Ability to effectively compile and review fiscal and statistical information, and to create clear, concise reports and spreadsheets
• Ability to accurately compile, write, and analyze financial statements and reports
• Ability to conceptualize multiple facets of the AP process
• Ability to analyze and resolve discrepancies
• Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbally
• Ability to organize work, prioritize tasks, and manage time

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR :

• A college degree received in Accounting or related field
• Work experience in an accounts payable related role
• Experience creating financial reports
• Experience using the INFOR Financial System
• Local government work experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; frequently reach; occasionally walk, lift up to 20 pounds, and perform repetitive motions; rarely stoop and lift between 20-50 pounds.
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors and rarely work outdoors.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• Employees in this classification are designated as Non-Essential
• Available for varied working hours (which may include evening hours) for scheduled meetings, workshops and other departmental priorities
• Ability to provide own transportation to off-site meeting locations, as needed

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

1. An evaluation of training and qualifications
2. One or more interviews

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to View email address on click.appcast.io
Retirement Plan:
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance :
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.


Dental Insurance:
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment


NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts:
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $3,400 per year for Health Care Spending and $7,500 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance:
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Supplemental Life Insurance is also offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and their dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time. Contribution maximums are set each year by the IRS.


Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may apply for education reimbursement for courses that can improve or develop an employee's capabilities related to their current job or for a promotional opportunity within Frederick County Government. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.

Employee Assistance Program:
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related issue or concern.

Leave
Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 - 2 years 11 days
2 - 10 years 17 days
10 + years 24 days

Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.


NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, and Military.

Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.


For additional information on Frederick County Government's benefits package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at


All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
01


Which one of the following items indicates your current level of education?

• Less than high school graduation
• High school graduation, GED or equivalent
• Associate's degree received
• Bachelor's degree received
• Master's degree received
• Doctorate degree received

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If you have obtained a college degree, was the degree field of study in Accounting or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have 1 year of experience in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be considered further.
05


How many years of work experience in an accounts payable related role do you have?

• Less than 1 year of work experience
• 1 year of work experience
• 2 years of work experience
• 3 or more years of work experience
• I do not have this work experience

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.
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Do you have work experience creating financial reports?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.
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Do you have experience using the INFOR Financial System?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.
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Do you have experience working for a local government?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.
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