Accounting Technician: A/P, A/R & Financial Reporting

Rice County; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice County in Minnesota is seeking an Accounting Technician for the Social Services Department. The role includes processing accounts payable and receivable items, posting financial data, and preparing regular financial reports.

The position requires strong Excel skills and attention to detail. It also involves maintaining debtor files, general administrative support, and assisting with routine clerical duties.

Qualifications

• One year of post-secondary education in accounting or business administration.
• Two years accounting related experience, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Completes Accounts Payable duties for the Social Services Department, including vouchers, administrative bills, and other miscellaneous billings.
• Performs accounts receivable duties for the Social Services Department, including processing social welfare checks, social security checks, fees, and child support payments.
• Enters budget and financial data into the computer system, balances journals and bank statements, and completes related reports.
• Performs a variety of tasks related to the collection of agency fees and program recoveries owed the state and county.
• Compiles, enters and processes monthly medical billings for agency reimbursements.
• Provides administrative support, including record keeping and filing responsibilities, assists the clerical staff with various duties including answering phones, assisting clients at counter, processing incoming and outgoing mail, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting or business administration

Two years accounting related experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Rice County in Minnesota is seeking an Accounting Technician for the Social Services Department. The role includes processing accounts payable and receivable items, posting financial data, and preparing regular financial reports.

The position requires strong Excel skills and attention to detail. It also involves maintaining debtor files, general administrative support, and assisting with routine clerical duties.