Government Finance Technician — Detail-Driven

Stafford County; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County Government's Finance Department is seeking an Accounting Technician to join a meticulous team. You will post journal entries, reconcile funds and prepare financial schedules while ensuring accuracy in a public sector setting. The role supports audits, data gathering, and reporting obligations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with bookkeeping coursework and strong Excel/Office skills, plus experience in general office work and financial systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with bookkeeping courses and strong general office experience.
• Experience posting journal entries and reconciling accounts.
• Ability to prepare financial reports and analyze data.
• Experience reviewing invoices and handling AP/AR entries.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and related financial software.

Responsibilities

• Post journal entries and reconcile funds as part of daily financial operations.
• Gather and tabulate budgetary and financial data for reports.
• Check invoices and maintain financial records and reports.
• Assist with audits and with accounts payable/receivable entry.
• Track contractor payments and coordinate fund transfers.
• Compile fiscal data and follow established procedures.

Skills

Journal entries

Reconciliation

GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma

Bookkeeping courses

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel proficiency

Job description

Stafford County Government's Finance Department is seeking an Accounting Technician to join a meticulous team. You will post journal entries, reconcile funds and prepare financial schedules while ensuring accuracy in a public sector setting. The role supports audits, data gathering, and reporting obligations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with bookkeeping coursework and strong Excel/Office skills, plus experience in general office work and financial systems.