Accounting Specialist

Assists finance department by supporting payroll processing and purchasing. Help manage accounts payable and performing additional accounting functions. Expertise in accounting principles, typically obtained through related formal training at the associate’s degree level or equivalent. Demonstrated attention to detail; strong requirement for accuracy. Demonstrated understanding of basic accounting and bookkeeping concepts, classifying and grouping of accounts and application of accounting and budgeting concepts. Knowledge of Tyler Munis, ExecuTime, Banner and Kronos Dimensions Systems is desired.

Manage vendor files and open new vendor accounts. Obtain required Vendor Applications from all new vendors. Oversee vendor reinstatements. Respond to vendor inquiries. Comply with OPERS independent contractor requirements and Summit County requirements.
Exercise discretion and independent judgment regarding accounting and payroll related matters. Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential. Maintain HIPAA certification.

Help facilitate internal payroll audits, i.e., timesheets, accrual balances, comp time balances,
holiday usage, fitness testing usage, personal sick day usage, cell phone and hospital waiver stipends.

Ability to perform basic mathematics accurately by hand or electronically. Demonstrated emotional intelligence to include: demonstrated self-awareness and accurate self-assessment, demonstrated sensitivity and empathy, demonstrated openness, reliability, trust and consistency. Must successfully complete a one-year probationary period.