Accounting Technician II

Accounting Technician II

The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking an experienced and motivated Accounting Technician II who will be responsible for performing financial, administrative and customer service duties. This will include entering purchase, bill and pay documents into the City's financial system, compiling and filing reports, and assisting customer and employees. Norfolk's Department of Parks & Recreation is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents. Department Hiring Salary Range: $45,444 -$48,681

Essential Functions

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Processes financial records including purchase orders, requisitions, contract payments and vendor invoices
• Accurately inputs data in the City's financial system (AFMS) according to policy and best practices
• Prepares journal vouchers and other financial documents, such as invoices and cash receipts
• Ensures the department is compliant with regulations pertaining to procurement and contract administration
• Monitors and tracks revenue received via cash receipt
• Processes monthly Bank of America credit card statements and related paperwork
• Manages the shared inbox and responds to emails in a timely fashion
• Inputs cemetery data into cemetery database
• Creates, updates, and disseminates monthly reports as assigned
• Provides back up functions to Parks & Forestry as well as Cemeteries within their Business Services division as needed
• Serves on special projects and committees as assigned
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively manage small projects efficiently

Education/Experience

Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Two years' experience in bookkeeping or accounting or general office work. The preferred candidate will possess the following: Certifications or formal education in Accounting, Public Relations, technological/computer courses

Additional Information & Requirements

Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license.