| Location | Gastonia, NC |
| Salary | $18.56–$22.04 Per Hour |
Accounting Technician II
Salary
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Location
Gaston County ACCESS Transportation, NC
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
297
Department
ACCESS
Opening Date
08/17/2026
Closing Date
8/31/2026 12:00 AM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.
As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.
Description
It is the mission of Gaston County ACCESS Central Transportation to enhance the quality of life for the citizens and of Gaston County by providing timely, cost efficient, high quality, general public and human service transportation.
Examples of Duties
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $18.56 to $22.04.
The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform.
Processes accounts payables and journal entries as needed. Compiles departmental purchase receipts and back-up documents and allocates costs to accurate account codes for P-card expenditures on a weekly basis/as needed. Maintains the Certificates of Insurance records and spreadsheet for ACCESS vendors and provides updated policies to the legal department.
Prepares accounting documents, financial reports and forms for accuracy and completeness. Maintains fund tracking spreadsheets for ACCESS Grant disbursements and expenditures. Completes monthly/quarterly claims for NCDOT and submits to Transportation Administrator for
review prior to deadlines.
Finalizes purchase transactions for ACCESS using a company P-Card as directed by leadership. Tracks department inventory and coordinates with department leadership to assess the need for supplies. Confirms allowable purchases, verifies account balances and consults with leadership to receive approval prior to purchasing. Purchasing can include supplies, meeting/training materials, travel/training bookings etc.
Assists with coordinating Transportation Advisory Board meetings by sending notices/reminders, preparing agendas, documenting minutes and presenting billing updates.
Prepares and maintains detailed and/or confidential records and files.
Serves as a back-up for daily deposits and provides deposit documentation to county finance.
Perform any related work as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Special knowledge, abilities, skills, physical requirements, and other factors: Proficient in Excel Word & Ten key. Ability to analyze financial information. Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
Additional Information
The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.
At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.
Gaston County will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Full-Time employees are eligible for the total compensation package which includes:
Flexible Work Schedules Professional Development Opportunities Discounted YMCA MembershipPart-Time employees are eligible for certain benefits as a part of employment with Gaston County such as:
Half-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.
To learn more details about the many benefits we provide view our Employee Benefits Guide.
Overall, if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, Gaston County is the place for you.
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Employer Gaston County Government
Address 128 W Main Ave
Gastonia, North Carolina, 28052
Phone (704) 866-3005
Website https://www.gastongov.com/jobs