Technician Accounting

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Gwinnett Technical College

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Job Description:

This job is a (40-hour) full time benefited FLSA non-exempt position in the Administrative Services Division that reports to the Director of Student Accounts.

Minimum Qualifications (Job Code 40842)
High School diploma or equivalent * and * One (1) year of experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerk work

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the minimum qualifications a two-year degree in Accounting from a technical college or a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution. Experience using Banner student account system including use of popsels and report processing. Working knowledge of State of Georgia and Gwinnett Technical College policies and procedures. Accurate 10-key skills. Working knowledge of Excel. Good organizational skills and works well independently.

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision the Accounting Technician assists the business office staff with daily workload and special projects as identified and assigned . Responsible for accurate and timely Revenue and Accounts Receivable data entry. Must be able to communicate complex billing with internal and external customers. Must be available to work between the hours of 7:30am-6:30pm. Must be able to travel between campuses when required.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Percentage of Time:

• Reviews a wide range of source documents such as vouchers invoices receipts and other forms for accuracy and completeness. (15%)
• Enters routine financial transactions into accounting systems; verifies and corrects information; reconciles accounting records;(Performed by all incumbents) (15%)
• Verifies and records cash check and credit card payments. (10%)
• Organizes and maintains hard copy files of departmental records; (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)
• Communicates with students faculty and staff related to student accounts as needed. (10%)
• Maintain and process third-party contracts and scholarships in the student accounts receivable system; (20%)
• Sends payment reminders and billing notifications to students on a regular schedule that provides effective communication to students regarding account balances and meets due diligence requirements. (15%)
• Performs limited routine general clerical duties. Responds to requests for information/advice and solves clerical problems. (Performed by all incumbents) (3%)
• Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs philosophy and purpose of Gwinnett Technical College (2%)

Physical Demands:

Frequency

(N)Never (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

• Requires operation access or control of financial resources. (C)
• Requires having a P-Card. (N)
• Driving is a responsibility of this position. (N)
• This position will have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care.(N)
• This position will have Security Access (e.g. public safety IT security personnel records patient records or access to chemicals and medications). (N)
• This position is a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• This position requires the ability to adjust or move objects up to 15 pounds in all directions with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• This position requires the ability to repeat motions that may include the wrists hands and/or fingers with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to operate machinery and/or power tools with or without reasonable accommodation. (N)
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment with or without reasonable accommodation. (N)
• Noisy environments. (N)
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. (N)
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without reasonable accommodation. (N)
• Work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. (N)
• Assessing the accuracy neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. (C)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and Human Resources may begin scheduling interviews as applications are received. This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been selected and hired. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible as the interview process may begin before all applications are reviewed. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview.

As set forth in its student catalog Gwinnett Technical College complies with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individuals age color disability genetic information national origin race religion sex or veteran status (protected status). No individual shall be excluded from participation in denied the benefits of or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation under any TCSG program or activity because of the individuals protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individuals protected status except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. The following person has been designated to manage inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lisa Richardson Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway Building 100/A Room 515 Lawrenceville GA 30043 .

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex religion age disability or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Required Experience:

IC