| Location | Marietta, GA |
| Salary | $22.59–$28.80 Per Hour |
Fiscal Technician III - Sheriffs Office
Salary
$22.59 - $28.80 Hourly
Location
Sheriffs Office Marietta, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
05264
Department
Sheriffs Office
Opening Date
10/23/2026
Closing Date
10/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
107
Position Information
This position plays a crucial and indispensable role in the day to day operations of the Cobb County Sheriffs Office Accounting Unit. It is responsible for ensuring the financial transactions are accurately recorded, managing budgets, overseeing payroll processes, and providing financial reports that are vital for effective decision-making and fiscal responsibility within the department.
Essential Functions
Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned crew or co-workers: confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex situations and problems, and provides technical expertise; may serve as backup support for other administrative positions; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of financial databases; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
Monitors department expenditures and account balances: monitors account transactions and fees; balances and reconciles financial records and accounts; records and maintains department financial transaction records; prepares budget amendments and journal entries; and prepares, maintains and submits related records and reports.
Receives payment of various County/department fees/services in person or by mail: records transactions and issues receipts; posts payments to proper account; balances cash drawer and revenues; prepares bank deposits or forwards revenues as appropriate; records deposits made by other County departments; and prepares various reports/records.
Enters financial information into a computer in order to process transactions and update records: performs routine posting and accounts maintenance functions; enters debits, credits, transfers, and adjustments; and responds to requests for account information.
Receives and processes purchase requisitions: reviews purchase requisitions, purchase orders, field purchase orders, and service payment authorizations submitted for accuracy and compliance with policy; tracks purchase requisitions, purchase orders and invoices on computer; assures that vendors receive payment in a timely manner; interacts with other departments and vendors to resolve purchasing or payment issues; investigates outstanding purchase orders, invoices or inquiries from vendors, employees or others; and ensures that orders for supplies and equipment are filled appropriately.
Monitors department use of County purchasing cards: reconciles purchase card transactions; reviews purchase allocations to ensure the departments expenditures are appropriated correctly; prepares purchase card transaction log; and maintains records and receipts of all departmental purchase card transactions.
According to assignment, may process training and travel requests and related reports: prepares training/travel requests; posts expense reports into accounting systems; verifies training/travel approval and authorization; verifies and processes employee training registration payments; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with budget; and maintains related documentation.
Performs other administrative and fiscal duties: may prepare payroll and payroll reports; schedules meetings and vendor presentations; and assists department as necessary with various reports, presentations and special projects.
Performs a variety of inventory functions according to area assignment: locates, transfers, updates, verifies, classifies, codes, depreciates, costs, surpluses, retires, and tags capital and inventory equipment; determines and ensures appropriate inventory levels are available for department functions; interacts with vendors on product pricing, specifications and availability; and processes invoices for timely payment.
Assists in the preparation of bid documents for department equipment and supplies; prepares detail specifications for items submitted for open bid; reviews Request for Information (RFI), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP) and Invitations to Bid (ITB); verifies accuracy and completeness; and makes corrections and changes as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED required supplemented by vocational or technical training in accounting or a related field; supplemented by three years of experience in bookkeeping, maintaining financial records or related field.
Licenses and Certifications
This role must be bondable.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. If assigned to Public Safety or the Sheriffs Office tasks may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light to moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?
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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have in bookkeeping and/or maintaining financial records?
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Please describe your experience in bookkeeping, maintaining financial records, or related field as it relates to this position. Enter N/A if you have no experience.
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Please indicate your proficiency level with Microsoft Excel.
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The elements for the selection process for all non-sworn applicants could include one or more of the following elements: written examination, skills testing, oral interview, medical examination and drug screening. A background investigation will also be conducted. This investigation may include a current check on the applicants credit, criminal and driver history. All information provided in the application will be verified. Personal or verbal contact will be made with all reference supplied by the applicant and/or other sources. The applicant will be required to provide written explanations for any issues in questions brought forth during the background investigation.
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The duration of the selection process will vary by applicant due to availability for appointments and other factors. The average time period for completion of all elements of the background process is approximately three months. Reapplication by any applicant previously removed from the process will be taken on a case by case basis specific to each applicants situation and past reason for removal. I hereby acknowledge that if I elect to continue in the application process, all elements will be subject to Cobb County Sheriffs Offices Hiring Standards.
Required Question
Employer Cobb County Government
Address 100 Cherokee Street
Suite #200
Marietta, Georgia, 30090
Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov