Accounting Technician - Harrisburg, United States - State of Pennsylvania

    State of Pennsylvania
    State of Pennsylvania Harrisburg, United States

    1 week ago

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    THE POSITION


    Are you great at solving problems, consider yourself detail oriented, and looking for an accounts payable position? If so, The Office of Comptroller Operations is looking for a dedicated, analytical, and dependable individual to perform accounts payable functions pertaining to supplies, materials, equipment, and services.

    If you thrive on advanced clerical accounting work involving the application of auditing principles and practices, this is the job for you


    DESCRIPTION OF WORK
    This position is primarily focused on independent receiving, analyzing, auditing, and processing of Non-Purchase Order accounting documents.

    You will be responsible for ensuring accuracy and suitable processing and payment in accordance with Commonwealth of PA rules and regulations.

    Additional duties include analyzing and reviewing Non-Purchase Order invoices and supporting documentation and rejecting invoices which are invalid or require payment.

    You will have the opportunity to work closely with agency, vendor, and Comptroller Operations to coordinate activities associated with resolution of Non-Purchase Order invoice issues.

    Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

    Work Schedule and Additional Information:

    • Full-time employment.
    • Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
    • Telework: You will be expected to work from home (telework) full-time, with occasional in-office days when work dictates such requirements. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
    • Your headquarters is 555 Walnut Street, 9th Floor, Harrisburg. You will be required to report to headquarters to pick up your equipment and attend periodic meetings at your expense.
    • Salary: All new employees with the Commonwealth will start at the minimum salary.
    • All information regarding interviews will be sent via the email address used on the application. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY


    QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

    • One year as a Fiscal Assistant or an Accounting Assistant; or
    • Three years of work involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records, including one year of responsible work which involves the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices; and graduation from high school; or
    • One year of experience in maintaining and reviewing fiscal records and an associate degree in accounting or business administration; or
    • An equivalent combination of experience and training.

    Additional Requirements:

    • You must be able to perform essential job functions.
    Preferred Qualifications (not required):


    • At least two years of experience performing bookkeeping or clerical accounting work.
    • Experience working in an accounting/financial environment.
    • Experience working with SAP software.
    • Experience managing daily high-volume transactional functions within an organization.
    • Experience using a purchasing card/credit card for business purchases.
    • Experience in customer service either face-to-face or in a call center setting.

    How to Apply:

    • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
    • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
    • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
    • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

    Veterans:

    • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-
    Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):


    • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


    If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

    The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

    The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

    The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

    All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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    Health & Wellness

    We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.

    Compensation & Financial Planning


    We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

    Work/Life Balance


    We know there's more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S.

    holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

    Values and Culture


    We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good.

    As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

    Employee Perks

    Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

    For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.


    • Eligibility rules apply.
    01

    Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Fiscal Assistant or as an Accounting Assistant for one or more years full-time?


    • Yes
    • No
    02


    If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.

    The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.

    If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

    03

    What level of college education have you completed in accounting, economics, finance, or business administration?


    If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision.

    Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

    You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left.

    You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.


    If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation.

    For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.


    • Bachelor's degree or higher
    • Associate's degree
    • Some coursework
    • None
    04


    If you claimed completion of any amount of education in the question above, how many accounting credits have you completed? If you claimed completion of no amount of education, type N/A in the text box below.


    If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision.

    Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

    You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left.

    You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.


    If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation.

    For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.

    05

    How many years of full-time experience do you possess maintaining and reviewing fiscal and financial records?


    • 3 years or more 2 to less than 3 years 1 to less than 2 years
    • Less than 1 year
    • None
    06


    If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.

    The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.

    If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

    07

    If you claimed any amount of experience in the question above, how many years of full-time work experience do you possess with primary responsibility for posting financial transactions, balancing ledgers, or maintaining accounts payable/receivable?


    • 1 year or more 6 months but less than 1 year
    • Less than 6 months
    • None
    08


    If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.

    The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.

    If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

    09

    Preferred Qualification Do you have at least two years of experience performing bookkeeping or clerical accounting work?


    • Yes
    • No
    10

    Preferred Qualification How many years of experience do you have working in an accounting/financial environment?


    • 2 years or more 1 but less than 2 years
    • Less than 1 year
    • None
    11

    Preferred Qualification How many years of experience do you have working with SAP software?


    • 2 years or more 1 but less than 2 years
    • Less than 1 year
    • None
    12

    Preferred Qualification How many years of experience do you have in managing daily high-volume transactional functions within an organization?


    • 2 years or more 1 but less than 2 years
    • Less than 1 year
    • None
    13

    Preferred Qualification Do you have experience using a purchasing card/credit card for business purchases?


    • Yes
    • No
    14

    Preferred Qualification How many years of experience do you have in customer service, either face-to-face or in a call center setting?


    • 2 years or more 1 but less than 2 years
    • Less than 1 year
    • None
    Required Question

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    Address 613 North Street

    Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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