Dougherty County, GA
Accounting Technician Job at Dougherty County, GA in Albany
Dougherty County, GA, Albany, GA, US, 31701
Salary: $33,852.00 Annually
Location : Albany, GA
Job Type: FULL-TIME CLASSIFIED
Job Number: 2025-99
Department: Dougherty County Clerk of Courts
Opening Date: 10/10/2025
Closing Date: 10/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Dougherty County Clerk of Courts Department is hiring for an Accounting Technician. The purpose of this position is to perform general bookkeeping and accounting functions. The position is responsible for reconciling financial statements, posting data, maintaining budget records and generating reports.
This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Essential Tasks
• Receipts funds, records and balances deposits; completes general office correspondence.
• Prepares reports as required by auditors, other departments and external agencies.
• Prepares invoices for payment; generates and prepares checks for mailing.
• Follows appropriate departmental internal controls for management of assigned accounts.
• Manages files for assigned area and performs general clerical duties.
• Assists in answering phones, greeting the public; responds to record requests.
• Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualification
• Associate's Degree or education that is equivalent to two (2) years of college.
• One (1) year of administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Supplemental Information
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
• None
Special Certifications And Licenses:
• None
PLEASE PROVIDE COPIES OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, DRIVER'S LICENSE, DEGREE(S) AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S). RESUMES ARE RECOMMENDED AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION BUT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.
Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance: Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Essential Safety Functions: It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Supplemental Information:
Application Deadline: Beginning Friday, October 10, 2025 through Sunday, October 12, 2025.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.
DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005.
DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.
E Q U A L O P P O R T U N I T Y E M P L O Y E R
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Dougherty County provides Full-time Classified Employees a comprehensive benefit package which includes the following:
* Life
* Health
* Dental
* Vision
* Long-term Disability
* Retirement
* Paid Holidays
* Annual Leave
* Sick Leave
* Deferred Compensation
01
Do you have an Associate's Degree or any specialized training equivalent to the satisfactory completion of two (2) years of college education?
02
Do you have AT LEAST one (1) year of related administrative support experience, bookkeeping or accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience?
03
You understand that your application is considered INCOMPLETE until you submit a copy of a High School Diploma/GED (or Official Transcripts) or College Degree (or Official College Transcripts) from an accredited institution? Please attach your Education Credentials to your online application or submit in person, via standard mail, or Fax to:Dougherty County Human ResourcesGovernment Center222 Pine Avenue, Suite 340Albany, GA 31701Phone: 229-431-2122Fax: 229-434-2662
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Location : Albany, GA
Job Type: FULL-TIME CLASSIFIED
Job Number: 2025-99
Department: Dougherty County Clerk of Courts
Opening Date: 10/10/2025
Closing Date: 10/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Dougherty County Clerk of Courts Department is hiring for an Accounting Technician. The purpose of this position is to perform general bookkeeping and accounting functions. The position is responsible for reconciling financial statements, posting data, maintaining budget records and generating reports.
This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Essential Tasks
• Receipts funds, records and balances deposits; completes general office correspondence.
• Prepares reports as required by auditors, other departments and external agencies.
• Prepares invoices for payment; generates and prepares checks for mailing.
• Follows appropriate departmental internal controls for management of assigned accounts.
• Manages files for assigned area and performs general clerical duties.
• Assists in answering phones, greeting the public; responds to record requests.
• Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualification
• Associate's Degree or education that is equivalent to two (2) years of college.
• One (1) year of administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Supplemental Information
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
• None
Special Certifications And Licenses:
• None
PLEASE PROVIDE COPIES OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, DRIVER'S LICENSE, DEGREE(S) AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S). RESUMES ARE RECOMMENDED AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION BUT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.
Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance: Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Essential Safety Functions: It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Supplemental Information:
Application Deadline: Beginning Friday, October 10, 2025 through Sunday, October 12, 2025.
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.
DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005.
DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.
E Q U A L O P P O R T U N I T Y E M P L O Y E R
Don't forget to "Like" us on Facebook @ Dougherty County Commission Human Resources
Dougherty County provides Full-time Classified Employees a comprehensive benefit package which includes the following:
* Life
* Health
* Dental
* Vision
* Long-term Disability
* Retirement
* Paid Holidays
* Annual Leave
* Sick Leave
* Deferred Compensation
01
Do you have an Associate's Degree or any specialized training equivalent to the satisfactory completion of two (2) years of college education?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have AT LEAST one (1) year of related administrative support experience, bookkeeping or accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience?
- Yes
- No
03
You understand that your application is considered INCOMPLETE until you submit a copy of a High School Diploma/GED (or Official Transcripts) or College Degree (or Official College Transcripts) from an accredited institution? Please attach your Education Credentials to your online application or submit in person, via standard mail, or Fax to:Dougherty County Human ResourcesGovernment Center222 Pine Avenue, Suite 340Albany, GA 31701Phone: 229-431-2122Fax: 229-434-2662
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Required Question