Accounting Technician - Accounts Payable

Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy, while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington DC, Loudoun County offers a diverse blend of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities. The Department of Finance and Procurement provides the timely and accurate processing and reporting of financial transactions and is responsible for the acquisition of all goods and services. The Division of Accounting, Finance and Operations is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical individual to join our team as a full-time Accounts Payable Accounting Technician II. This position will report to the Accountant III and will be responsible for reviewing, auditing and approving all supplier invoices against their backup documents for accuracy before payment in the Oracle System, researching and responding to inquiries, and auditing employee reimbursements to adhere to County, State and Federal guidelines. This position will also perform month end close cleanup and research invoices to ensure accurate 1099 coding. Additional responsibilities include researching, collaborating cross departmentally on issues, and preparing work papers and analysis to support the annual audit, as well as processing returned checks from the USPS, and contributing to other department areas as needed or assigned. The ideal candidate will possess a keen attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks. Collaboration is key, as this position will work closely with a variety of team members to achieve common goals. The ability to cultivate relationships, both internally and externally, will drive success in this role. Critical thinking is crucial for this position, enabling the evaluation of complex situations, problem-solving, and making well-informed decisions. If you thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and excel in both analytical and interpersonal realms, you may be the right candidate! This is a hybrid position with some telework opportunities. Hiring salary is commensurate with experience. High School diploma or equivalent and combination of education and experience in accounting or finance equivalent to four (4) years of related work experience, preferably in a government accounting setting. Experience working with a major ERP system such as Oracle and Microsoft Office - specifically Excel is preferred. Successful candidate will undergo criminal background and credit check.