About the Department

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SUMMERVILLE, BUT WILL BE REQUIRED TO TRAVEL TO ST. GEORGE, AS DEEMED NECESSARY BY THE SUPERVISOR FOR TRAINING, SPECIAL PROJECTS, MAIL PROCESS. ETC.

The purpose of the class is to perform a variety of routine-to-moderately complex clerical work in the preparation and maintenance of fiscal and other department records; to perform a variety of other accounting and clerical tasks as assigned; and to provide professional and courteous customer service at all times. The class is given a general outline of work to be performed and is free to develop work methods and sequences; work is reviewed periodically by supervisor.

Position Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs a variety of clerical accounting duties in support of the preparation and maintenance of accounting records for the Treasurer Department.

Processes accounts payable for assigned accounts; communicates with vendors and County personnel/officials regarding invoices; resolves discrepancies and expedites the accounts payable process as necessary; generates accounts payable checks; and processes voided checks.

Assists with stuffing and mailing out installment books and receipts to tax payers. Sorts, time stamps, and opens mail; inputs and processes daily mail in computer for bills, payments and activity; updates taxpayer address changes; keys in returned mail information.

Processes payments made via Drop Box.

Collects tax payments at front counter (real estate, vehicle, business, boats, motors, and aircraft) brought into office by taxpayers; receipts and deposits various monies, which may include County taxes, fees, fines and other payments; and keeps area clean.

Processes and posts payments to appropriate accounts; verifies account balances.

Assists in reconciling bank statements and accounts.

Enters daily deposits, withdrawals and journal entries into general ledger/computer.

Maintains and balances cash drawer; balances checks and related credit card transactions.

Enters data for accounting records and reports prepared by co-workers and/or received from other departments.

Maintains vendor records.

Manage assigned Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) decals.

Answers the telephone; provides requested information; forwards calls to appropriate staff person; and greets and assists office visitors.

Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility.

Processes, copies, indexes, files, transmits and/or maintains various financial, legal and/or administrative documents.

Performs general clerical duties as required including, but not limited to, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, sending and receiving faxes, processing mail, etc.

Assists co-workers with clerical duties as necessary.

Attends training, meetings, seminars and/or workshops as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.

Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED supplemented by education in accounting, bookkeeping, secretarial science or a closely related field.
Requires at least two (2) years of related work experience.
Special Qualifications:
None.

Other Qualifications

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted require or demands.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the “core” work hours of 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

Benefits

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits
(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits
In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

Supplemental Questions

The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers or copy and paste the same answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

Do you have a high school diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by education in accounting, bookkeeping, secretarial science or a closely related field?

Do you have at least (2) years of experience? ? Related experience is defined as experience in accounting or cash handling experience. Application must reflect this experience.

How do you rate your computer skills? 1 being low, 10 being excellent.

In order to be qualified for this position, you must be detail oriented and able to multitask. Do you feel that you meet these qualifications?

You must be able to deal with difficult customers in a professional manner. Do you feel that you possess these traits?

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment. Also, indicate timeframe of unemployment under work history.

This position is located in St. George, SC. Are you willing to work at this location?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Dorchester County
Address: 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477
Phone: 843-832-1640
Website: http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN (LOCATION - SUMMERVILLE, SC