Accounting Technician

Department & FLSA Status

Department: Finance

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Hiring Salary

Accounting Technician I: $19.75 - $23.70

Accounting Technician II: $20.55 – $24.66

About the City of New Braunfels

Welcome, ‘ist das Leben schön!’ (Life is good!) At the City of New Braunfels, we seek out people ready to serve the community, plan for the future, and preserve our well-renowned natural beauty. Our five Core Values serve as a cornerstone of our work: Integrity, Service, Visionary Leadership, Stewardship of Resources, and Cultural Heritage. Do our values speak to you?

The award-winning New Braunfels Finance Department’s vision is to add value and increase operational efficiency by serving as a business partner and support team to all City departments. They are seeking a proactive, organized, and motivated individual to join their team!

What we’re looking for

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical accounting support functions, including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable; enters data, processes technical and accounting documents, and provides customer service as needed.

Benefits & Total Rewards

Our City team members are our most valuable asset! We offer Total Rewards when you join our team.

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 2:1 match on retirement contribution
• Paid volunteer time off – 16 hours per year
• Vacation accrual starts at the date of hire – up to 120 hours annually, your first year
• Get paid to stay – longevity pay on top of your regular pay after one full year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Bilingual pay offered
• Keep learning – professional and personal development training available

Responsibilities You’ll Be Trusted With

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification; rather, they are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Performs accounting and clerical duties in accordance with standard office procedures and City policy; receives, verifies, and enters payments, invoices, purchase orders, special fund transactions, and other data into the computer tracking systems.
• Prepares journal entries and corrections, balances accounts, and tracks funds.
• Maintains and updates records and files associated with payroll systems and related technical transactions; assures accuracy and timeliness of all payroll activities; verifies payroll register.
• Reviews source documents for compliance with rules and policies; determines proper handling of financial and technical transactions within designated limits; checks documents for validity and accuracy of information; records, files, and distributes related paperwork.
• Maintains financial records and multiple filing systems; processes transactions, updates accounts, compiles documentation, and generates statistical reports; reviews and validates data; maintains additional accounting and technical transaction databases as needed.
• Provides information and assistance to employees and others having business with the City; responds to requests for information and attempts to resolve them by researching files and records within the scope of authority; refers matters requiring policy interpretation to supervisor for resolution.
• Responds to questions and resolves accounting issues within the scope of authority.
• Maintains and enforces all aspects of security and confidentiality of records and information.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Accounting Technician II Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently performs a variety of technical accounting support functions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Assists in the training, cross-training, and instruction of staff in accounts payable & accounts receivable.
• Process bi-weekly payroll and serve as a point of contact for all internal and external inquiries pertaining to accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Reconciles accounts as directed by the Accounting & Treasury Manager.
• Reviews Accounts Payable Batch Proof.
• Work with complex spreadsheets; review and validate data.
• Assists in year-end processes including W-2’s and 1099’s.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND two (2) years’ bookkeeping and clerical accounting experience, preferably in the public sector; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications and Certifications

• Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Accounting Technician I Required Knowledge Of

• Principles of record keeping and records management.
• Payroll accounting rules and procedures.

Accounting Technician I Required Skill in

• Maintaining and balancing financial records, ledgers, and accounts.
• Performing mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Entering data and numerical information into a computer system with speed and accuracy.
• Correcting and updating financial information.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
• Experience with accounting and payroll software.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Providing excellent customer service.

Accounting Technician II Additional Experience

Five (5) years’ bookkeeping and clerical accounting experience, preferably in the public sector; one (1) year public sector experience processing payroll and accounts payable, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Accounting Technician II Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of City accounting and payroll software.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures
• Completion of introductory/intermediate governmental accounting training(s) or equivalent

Accounting Technician II Additional Required Knowledge Of

• Public sector fund accounting and bookkeeping principles.

Accounting Technician II Required Additional Skill in

• City of New Braunfels accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Proficient in performing reconciliations.

Your Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment; is subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended periods of time; must be able to safely pull, push, lift and carry items weighing up to forty (40) pounds. May be required to work immediately before, during or after an emergency or disaster.

NOTE: This position is designated safety and/or security sensitive.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of New Braunfels is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.