Accounting Technician - Staunton, United States - Middle River Regional Jail

Description

MIDDLE RIVER REGIONAL JAIL

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:


Accounting Technician
FLSA:

NE
S/NS:

NS

REPORTS TO:


Director of Finance
GRADE:
7


PURPOSE:


Middle River Regional Jail offers a robust benefit package including:

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14 paid holidays:

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Participation in the Virginia Retirement System:

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Low-cost medical, dental, and vision health plans
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Generous Paid Time Off policy
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On site workout facility

The Accounting Technician position is assigned accounting and technical work involving the preparation and maintenance of fiscal or related records.

Work is performed in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures.


PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrative and Supervision:
• Performs and processes all phases of accounting for inmate accounts as according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Verifies and posts daily cash transactions and deposits.
• Processes accounts payable and debit card transactions for inmate accounts
• Reconciles bank statements to accounting system in a timely manner
• Prepares the annual Unclaimed Property Report for inmate accounts
• Assists independent auditors as required for the annual audit of inmate accounts
• Manage databases and input information, data, and records
• Communicates with bank officials and other outside vendors and contractors regarding accounts
• Communicates with inmates or inmate's family regarding accounts
• Performs other accounting tasks as required
• Prepares reports and statements
• Ability to multitask
• Maintains confidentiality
• Performs additional duties or assignments by the Superintendent and/or Supervisor
  Security and Safety:
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Assumes accountability for responsibilities.
• Maintains accurate financial records.
• Keeps files organized and stored accurately.
• Ensure a safe work environment by supporting the Middle River Regional Jail safety training program, documenting all accidents and correcting all suspected safety hazards

TRAINING, EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Associates Degree in accounting and two (2) to five (5) years of related work experience preferred
• American Heart Association AHA First Aid/CPR certified or become after employment
• Must be twentyone (21) years of age or older
• Must be a citizen of the United States or legally employable in the United States

BASIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to follow verbal and written orders
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Effective time management skills and critical thinking skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with inmates, staff and public

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Computer/printer, telecopier, calculator, and some security equipment (as designated).


WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work involves some degree of risk to personal safety in an inherently stressful environment.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possess and maintain a valid Virginia Driver's License. Successful completion of a criminal records check. Must maintain telephone/cell phone number for emergency contact. Must be a citizen of the United States. Must not have been convicted of, or pleaded guilty or no contest to, a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in Virginia


MANAGEMENT:

All employees of the Middle River Regional Jail are responsible for following direction provided by, or instructions given by, the Regional Jail Authority, the Superintendent, and the Assistant Superintendent.

Direction may be provided directly or indirectly passed through the Chain of Command.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Noise level is usually moderate. Work involves the potential for contact with or exposure to blood or other body fluids and infectious materials.

Work requires close interaction with offender populations and may be difficult or stressful when dealing with irate or verbally abusive detainees and their family members and when managing critical situations.

Work requires some physical activity, including extended periods of sitting, standing and walking, climbing of stairs, and occasional carrying, balancing, kneeling, bending and reaching.

An incumbent must have the ability to frequently lift and/or carry equipment and other materials weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

An incumbent must possess the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate computers and other equipment us