About the Department

Great opportunity for anyone with two (2) years of fiscal accounting experience. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications.

Position Duties

Performs a variety of accounting tasks along with administrative and clerical support, technical accounts processing, and financial recording duties.
Maintains, analyzes, and reconciles projects.
Creates and maintains financial databases, project spreadsheets, and project files.
Processes accounts receivables in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Ensures the proper receipting of fees.
Performs data entry.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by college level course work in accounting, bookkeeping, computer science, or closely related field, and
At least two (2) years of fiscal accounting experience, including automated accounting tools; or
Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Clerical testing will be required during the interview process for selected candidates.

Successful candidates in this position will possess the following skills:

Knowledge and application of accounting and budgetary principles to the maintenance of standard fiscal and accounting records.
Proficiency in the use of Excel.
Oral and written communication and customer service skills.
Attention to detail.
Data entry skills, computer literacy, and the ability to quickly learn appropriate customized software applications.

Benefits

CHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANS
Eligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire.

Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule.

HEALTH – Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.

VISION – The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses.

DENTAL – Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost.

EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER – Employees and their spouses on the County’s health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost.

RETIREMENT - Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period.

LIFE & DISABILITY - Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves and their dependent family members.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Chatham County offers Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction. The Medical FSA has a rollover feature equal to the annual Federal maximum.

WELLNESS PROGRAM – Chatham County provides a variety of wellness opportunities for employees, including a Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Management Program, Mobile Mammograms, Health Screenings, Flu Shots, Dietician Services, weight loss programs, reimbursements for gym memberships and participation in local races, education sessions, and more.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS – Employees may choose voluntary benefits such as Accident, Cancer, Short-Term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance products.

HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF – Chatham County observes 12 paid holidays per year. Employees accrue 12 vacation days per year, with the accrual rate increasing with years of service, and 15 sick days per year.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Annual merit increases, Cost of Living Adjustments, Longevity pay, Access to on-demand training, Career advancement opportunities, and Service awards.

Supplemental Questions

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the following supplemental questions. Information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

Yes, I agree.
No, I do not agree.

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by college level course work in accounting, bookkeeping, computer science, or closely related field?

Do you have at least two (2) years of fiscal accounting experience, including automated accounting tools, documented on your application?

Do you understand that clerical testing will be required during the interview process for selected candidates?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Chatham County Government
Address: 123 Abercorn St

Savannah, Georgia, 31401
Phone: 912-652-7964
Website: https://chathamcountyga.gov