Fiscal Technician 2 - Supreme Court

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This work involves maintaining fiscal systems and records, summarizing financial information, and performing a variety of administrative tasks in support of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and financial management functions. This position examines a variety of financial records and documents for propriety, quality, and conformance to established accounting procedures, maintenance of complex bookkeeping systems, and data entry of financial information into the accounts payable system. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment on routine accounting and administrative problems; however, procedures are determined by departmental regulations or by legal requirements. Typical Duties Reviews, processes, and posts a variety of financial documents. Reviews fiscal documents for propriety, quality, and conformance to established accounting procedures. Reconciles accounting data with financial status reports. Prepares summary financial statement showing actual, estimated, and adjusted expenditures. Summarizes accounting and cost data and other financial reports as background data for budget preparation. Allocates general office bills and distributes cost to applicable appropriations. Revises accounting procedures as necessary, subject to review of an administrative superior. Review and process purchase orders. Maintains expenditure and budgetary control accounts and prepares reports relating to account and fiscal status. Maintains inventory control accounts by verification against computer listing and makes adjustments and corrections as necessary. Performs general administrative support services for office. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required and/or assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of bookkeeping and/or accounting principles, procedures, and practices, and of their application to a variety of accounting transactions and problems. Knowledge of modern office practices and equipment. Ability to apply and adapt established methods to financial transactions. Ability to perform detailed work involving written or numerical data and to make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately. Ability to prepare financial reports and statements in accordance with predetermined requirements. Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare accurate and meaningful reports. Ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with court and public officials, supervisors, employees, and the public. M inimum Qualifications An associate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration or accounting, PLUS five (5) years of experience in maintaining and reviewing accounting or fiscal records; or Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, PLUS ten (10) years of experience involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records, including three (3) years of responsible work which includes the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices; or An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience. Miscellaneous Requirements: Satisfactory criminal background check required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and observe confidentiality in the performance of job duties. Job Highlights 35 hours per week (Monday - Friday) Excellent State benefits program including comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans for employees and eligible family members beginning on the first day of employment. 13 paid holidays and accrued paid time off. Parking provided, salary increases, student loan forgiveness plan, employee assistance programs, and State retirement plans. Salary information Salary Information Starting Salary: $54,426 - $65,759 Starting salary will vary depending upon the qualifications and employment history of the selected candidate. Location: Harrisburg Department: Supreme Court Executive Administrator's Office How to Apply Candidates interested in applying for this position should upload a written resume (video or audio resumes will not be accepted), along with a cover letter noting salary requirements. Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.