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Georgia Department of Public Health

Accounting Tech 1

Georgia Department of Public Health, Rome, Georgia, us, 30162

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Description Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well‑being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer

Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.

Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.

Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.

Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long‑term career.

Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role.

Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways. This position is located at District 1‑1, Northwest Georgia Public Health in Rome, Georgia. This position is an unclassified, full‑time position working 40 hours per week. Please complete your online application with current and previous employment details and duties.

Job Responsibilities Under direct supervision, performs paraprofessional accounting and fiscal control functions, such as accounts payable and receivable, payroll preparation, budget monitoring or related general accounting processes.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Balances and reconciles accounting records, statements, journals, ledgers or reports.

Collects fees or revenues, disburses payments and posts to appropriate accounts.

Compiles and maintains records and files.

May analyze financial reports to assess compliance.

May apply GAAP guidelines.

May compile and prepare standard accounting reports.

May monitor individual department budgets or expenditures, and identifies budget variances.

Performs routine accounting, clerical, billing, and/or claims processing duties for assigned accounts; responds to inquiries to solve routine accounting problems.

Prepares requested materials for audits of financial data or records.

Processes or records financial transactions such as accounts payable and receivable, payroll, invoices, or requisitions in a ledger or computer system.

Provides information or interpretation to third parties such as banks, auditors, vendors and governmental entities.

Verifies the accuracy of information to be billed, tracks account activity, bills consumers and resolves billing inquiries.

Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.

Minimum Qualifications High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job‑related accounting or fiscal experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Accounting Technician Trainee (FIT019) or position equivalent.

Additional Information The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well‑being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15‑minute breaks or one 30‑minute break.

CBH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. CBH may contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc. The District Human Resource Department must receive an official transcript and/or proof of licenses, certifications prior to employment.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening, E‑Verify, reference check and a criminal background check. As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. Relocation assistance is not provided.

ADA Statement CBOH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, contact 706‑295‑6704.

Equal Opportunity Employer DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e‑mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. CBH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Benefits Standard Benefits for Full‑Time Salaried Employees: In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long‑term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part‑Time Employees: Part‑time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan. Part‑time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.

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