Accountant

Accountant

Salary

$52,735.00 - $61,963.00 Annually

Location

201 West Market Street Greensboro, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

04212

Department

Finance

Opening Date

09/30/2026

Closing Date

10/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Empower Successful People to thrive in a Strong Community supported by Quality Government

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs journeyman level professional accounting work, maintaiing essential components of the accounting operations. Controls work flow to ensure accuracy and compliance with guidelines, procedures, policies, and laws. This includes banking, accounts receivable, tax filings, purchasing cards, capital assets, payroll and treasury functions.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves responsibility for performing complex accounting and auditing work, including the preparation of financial statements and analyses in accordance with standard professional accounting procedures. An employee in this class is responsible for reviewing and maintaining records manually and electronically, and providing support in the areas of audits, fixed assets, capital improvement projects and risk management. Work is performed under the general supervision of senior management with considerable leeway for independent judgment.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor and execute work flow to maintain ongoing functionality of accounting processes of ledger and bank accounts for which they are primarily responsible.
• Coordinate and maintain effective workflow between the County Finance Department and other departments.
• Perform regular reconciliations of accounts to validate ledger balances and maintain the integrity of the organization accounting records.
• Initiate accounting system processes that prepare essential financial transactions and records.
• Access external (banking, credit, etc.) systems to obtain necessary information to support organization financial operations and accounting activities.
• Advise management on process changes and regulation impacting accounting operations.
• Coordinate processes with other accounting operations within the organization.
• Research and analyze exceptions to standard procedures or transactions.
• Assist with the analysis and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Test software systems before and after implementation to insure functionality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the application of established bookkeeping and accounting principles and techniques to standard accounting transactions.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing processes for which they are responsible.
• Knowledge of county regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to operate a calculator, CRT terminal and personal computer as required for this position.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other computer software.
• Ability to interpret and apply to Finance Department regulations and procedures pertaining to the assigned accounts.
• Ability to interpret and apply Finance Department regulations and procedures pertaining to the assigned accounts.
• Ability to analyze computerized accounting reports.
• Ability to analyze accounting reports or documents and draw conclusions and make recommendations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees of other departments, customers, vendors, managers, and regulators.
• Ability to interpret and apply third party billing regulations.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting; OR,

Associates Degree in Business or Accounting and two years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, including experience with a computerized accounting system, preferably in a governmental setting; OR,

High school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, including experience with a computerized accounting system, preferably in a governmental setting.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands

Work is sedentary. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, etc. Also, there may be some occasional lifting and moving of boxes, reports, and files.

Working Conditions

• Environment: Work environment is in a normal office environment
• Hazards: Routine office hazards such as corners of desks, cabinet drawers, cords, and chairs

May Require Driving

This position may require driving for this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business such as but not limited to attending conferences, meetings, or any other county related functions. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria.

If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.

Special Note: This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its job functions and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with physical abilities checklist which can give further details about that one specific position. Those documents should be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal and defensible personnel decisions.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee!

You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.

We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. Thats less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; thats unheard of.

Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.

We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!

Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.

13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. Thats 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.

Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.

Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.

Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.

We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

01

Please select the highest level of education you have completed All education and certifications must be listed in the Education section of the employment application. Transcripts may be required to verify educational qualifications.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree (AA, AS)
• Bachelor's Degree (BA, BS)
• Master's Degree (MA, MS, MBA, etc.)
• Professional degree (JD, MD, DVM, etc.)
• Doctoral Degree (PhD, EdD, etc.)

02

If you have a degree, is the major field of study in Business or Accounting?

• Yes
• No
• I do not have a degree

03

Which best describes your years of progressive responsible experience in bookkeeping, accounting, including experience with a computerized accounting system, preferably in a governmental setting? Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

• Less than two years
• Two years less than four years
• Four or more years

04

In your own words clearly describe your progressive responsible experience (company name, job duties, etc.) in bookkeeping, accounting, including experience with a computerized accounting system, preferably in a governmental setting.

05

I understand that an official copy of my college transcript will be required upon conditional offer of employment.

• Yes
• No

06

I understand that all Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials and Education must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application, "See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.

• Yes
• No

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Employer Guilford County

Address 201 S Greene Street

Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401-6417

Phone 3366413763

Website https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/