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Accounting Technician 1 (Health & Wellness Department)

Salary

$39,851.00 - $47,577.00 Annually

Location

100 Mack Avenue, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

2025281303109HEALTHbb

Department

Dept of Health & Wellness

Opening Date

10/13/2025

Closing Date

10/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9001-Non Union Hourly Regular Service General

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Description

HEALTH & WELLNESS DEPARTMENT

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN I

An Accounting Technician in this class serves as a non-supervisory member in one of several groups of Accounting Technicians, which are assigned to the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, as well as in City departments and agencies. The Accounting Technician class includes account maintenance, clerical, and accounting technician support positions requiring a basic understanding of accounting systems, policies, and procedures in performing or supervising the examination, verification and maintenance of accounts and accounting data. Also included are positions that perform technical audit functions, develop, or install revised accounting procedures.

Positions in this series require knowledge of existing accounting systems, standard accounting codes, classifications and terminology; an understanding of Agency accounting policies, procedures and requirements; the ability to apply various accounting methods, forms and techniques. Accounting Technicians in this series validate accounting transactions, maintain and reconcile accounts, close accounts, and prepare reports and statements, as required.

Examples of Duties

+ Monitors, evaluates and verifies the accuracy and completeness of accounting data and documents, and determines the general ledger accounts, journals, and subsidiary accounts affected, and the debit and credit entries to be made

+ Prepares encumbrances, expenditures, adjustments, billings, and other transaction documents for assigned accounts

+ Maintains and reconciles control accounts, subsidiary accounts, and processes accounting transactions for a wide variety of functions including obligations, accrued expenditures, disbursements, appropriation refunds, reimbursable orders, earnings, collections, expenditure vouchers, cost transfers, rejected transactions, inter-fund bills, and other accounts in connection with the general ledger

+ Maintains records of transactions

+ Pre-audits financial documents to evaluate record completeness and ensures there are proper controls in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles

+ Reviews and analyzes audit findings for accuracy

+ Reviews, corrects, and codes a variety of multiple-page tax returns, most of which have one or more schedules attached; Identifies and codes potential discrepancies and other items; Interprets taxpayers’ intent from available data; and complete documents in the required format

+ Debits, credits, and totals accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software

+ Arranges for debt repayment or establish repayment schedules, based on customers' financial situations

+ Advises customers of necessary actions and strategies for debt repayment

+ Locates and monitors overdue accounts, using computers and a variety of automated systems

+ Prepares itemized statements, bills, or invoices and record amounts due for items purchased or services rendered

+ Prepares bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers, verifies and balances receipts, and sends cash, checks, or other forms of payment to banks

+ Prepares trial balances of books

+ Compiles statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses

+ Accesses computerized financial information to answer general questions, as well as those related to specific accounts

+ Sorts and files correspondence, and perform miscellaneous clerical duties such as answering telephones, and responding to correspondence

+ Performs a variety of special assignments involving the collection, analysis, and reporting of data for budget preparation

+ Operates calculators, computers, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents

+ Develops guidelines to implement policies and procedures designed to improve controls and other changes to accounting systems

+ Reviews time sheets, work charts, wage computation, and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies

+ Provides support to computerized systems for budget development, accounting, payroll and management information

+ Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

+ Completed High School graduation or General Educational Development (GED) certificate. It is preferred that the high school coursework included some basic business or business related classes, such as basic computer skills, software packages, bookkeeping, or other business related coursework.

+ No work experience is required; however, the minimum education requirements must be met.

+ Accounting Technicians must demonstrate proficiency with integrated word processing and spreadsheet functions.

Qualifications (preferred):

+ One year of experience involving posting to ledger accounts, reconciling and executing adjustments, and preparing financial statements is preferred but not required.

Equivalency

+ Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

+ Interview: 70%

+ Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

+ Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

+ Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

+ Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 09/02/2025

Additional Requirements and Information

+ To be considered for this position you must attach a cover letter and a detailed resume.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

+ A body of standardized regulations, requirements, procedures, and operations associated with clerical and technical duties related to the assigned accounting, budget, or financial management support function

+ Steps and procedures required to perform a full range of accounting, budget, or financial management support duties related to recurring or standardized transactions

+ Accounting, budget, or other financial processing procedures to support transactions that involve the use of different forms and the application of different procedures

+ Structure and content of accounting, budget, or other financial management related documents

+ One or more automated databases associated with a specific accounting, budget or other financial management function sufficient to input a range of standard information or adjustments, understand recurring error reports and take corrective action, and generate a variety of standard reports

Skilled in:

+ Use of personal computers to perform a wide range of activities including but not limited to Internet searches, basic research and other functions in support of budget and accounting operations

+ Use of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Access, PowerPoint, and other office software packages) in order to prepare presentations, write letters and memorandums

+ Use of Excel (e.g. Formulas, Pivot Tables, Vlookup, Hlookup, other functions, charts and tables) functionality in order to post data, analyze data and perform data analysis tasks

+ Use of large complex, multi-departmental financial systems, and demonstrate the knowledge required to interpret resulting financial and accounting reports, summaries and budgets

+ Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with personal contacts in a business-like, customer service oriented manner, and maintain favorable public relations

+ Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

+ Talking to others to convey information effectively

+ Presenting concise financial information to a variety of audiences

Ability to:

+ Analyze and interpret fiscal, accounting and other data and reports

+ Maintain general and subsidiary ledgers and journals and to prepare, analyze, and maintain regular financial statements and reports

+ Collect, organize and interpret accounting data; Assist with preparing accurate financial reports

+ Collect and organize accounting and auditing rules, regulations, and synthesize data

+ Present accounting data orally, in writing, or in PowerPoint in a clear and understandable manner to both technical and non-technical users

+ Understand cost benefit and business case analyses to provide insight and recommendations regarding best accounting methodology and suggestions to improve outcome

+ Analyze and recommend improvements in accounting systems

+ Learn and use contemporary financial management software and other related software for program and financial management systems

+ Interact effectively with senior leadership, subordinates, department personnel and others with tact and diplomacy

+ Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand

+ Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

+ Speak clearly so others can understand you

+ Work as part of a team

Physical Demands

+ The work is characterized as sedentary.

+ Typically Accounting Technicians sit comfortably to do their work, interspersed by brief periods of walking, standing, bending, carrying of papers and books, and extended periods requiring the use of computer terminals to accomplish work objectives.

Work Environment

+ Work is performed in a comfortable office environment, which is appropriately lighted, heated and, cooled.

+ The work environment contains no significant hazards.

+ Some work may require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the work site.

+ The Accounting Technician may encounter individuals that are upset.

+ During extended periods each year, Accounting Technicians may be required to work considerable overtime.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position.

The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

+ Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

+ Dental

+ Vision

INSURANCE

+ Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

+ Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

+ Sick Leave

+ Vacation

+ Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ PhD/J.D.

+ No Education experience

02

How many years of work experience involving posting to ledger accounts, reconciling and executing adjustments, and preparing financial statements, is preferred but not required?

+ No Experience

+ Less than one year of work experience

+ 2 to 5 years of work experience

+ 6 to 9 years of work experience

+ 10 or more years of work experience

03

Do you possess basic computer skills, software packages, bookkeeping, or other business related coursework?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Explain in detail, your work experience involving posting to ledger accounts, reconciling and executing adjustments, and preparing financial statements.

05

Explain in detail, your work experience on automated accounting systems, handling and maintaining cash, including the steps you take to ensure accuracy, security, and accountability.

06

Did you attach your cover letter, detailed resume and required attachment to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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