Accounting Technician, G12, Road & Bridge

About the Department

This position performs technical duties in support of the department's financial accounting or payroll operations as assigned

Position Duties

• Balances part receipts for the Motor Pool.
• Prepares fuel reports; calculates fuel consumption for county departments.
• Maintains departmental accounts for parts and fuel; prepares monthly report packets for all county departments.
• Prepares external billing statements.
• Assists county departments with fuel keys.
• Prepares parts and service requisitions for the Motor Pool.
• Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance; refers to appropriate personnel.
• Monitors radio transmission from field personnel; communicates via two-way radio.
• Maintains employee payroll records; processes employee time reports; maintains personnel files; processes personnel action forms.
• Maintains computerized records of daily work orders.
• Processes new employees, transfers, and terminations.
• Process employee payroll.
• Prepares a variety of regular and special reports.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices.
• Knowledge of county purchasing policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of county payroll processes.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in gathering, organizing, and reporting financial and administrative data.
• Skill in data entry.
• Skill in problem-solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must have one ( 1 ) year of experience. 

Other Qualifications

Complexity/Scope of Work

• The work consists of related technical accounting or payroll administration duties. Strict deadlines and the need for accuracy contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to perform technical duties in support of the department’s accounting or payroll processes. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those processes.

Physical Demands/Work Environment
Occasionally

• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
• Working in noisy environments.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Constantly

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.

Other Requirements/Information

• Must possess a valid and current Texas driver's license.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is covered by Civil Service; therefore, is subject to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations in addition to all other Webb County policies.

Valid Texas Driver’s License*
 *If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver’s License must be obtained prior to employment.