Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia.
The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.
What we offer.
Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service
. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of
Accounting Technician 1
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This position reports to the Fiscal Operations Manager and will be housed in
Hall
County, Georgia.
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Pay Grade: G
Under direct supervision, performs paraprofessional accounting and fiscal control functions, such as accounts payable and receivable, payroll preparation, budget monitoring or related general accounting processes.
Job Responsibilities
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Balances and reconciles accounting records, statements, journals, ledger or reports.
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Collects fees or revenues, disburse payments and posts to appropriate accounts.
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Complies and maintains records and files.
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May analyze financial reports to assess compliance.
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Perform routine accounting, clerical, billing, and/or claims processing duties for assigned accounts.
Core Competencies
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Ability to work in a small group dynamic and adhere well to change.
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High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related accounting or fiscal experience
OR
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One (1) year of experience at the lower-level Accounting Technician Trainee (FIT019) or equivalent position.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following education/skills/experience:
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. DFCS experience preferred but not required
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services
https://dhs.georgia.gov/
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
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 official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.