Account Technician

Monday-Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA (100 Outlaw Street)

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement O
- Occasional

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE04

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

Starts at $39,543/annually

Actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

The City of Chesapeake Human Services Department is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Account Technician to support our financial and administrative operations.

As an Account Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring accuracy, organization, and smooth processing of essential financial and program‑related information that directly supports services for children, families, and community partners.

• Evaluates and assesses accounts in assigned area
• Collects, enters, updates, and maintains account information
• Generates payments for invoices, refunds, and/or payroll
• Calculates amounts to process checks for payments
• Verifies, monitors, and reconciles accounts
• Performs various accounting functions such as preparing accounts receivable, deposits, and/or vacation and leave information
• Researches information to solve accounting discrepancies or track payments
• Prepares accounting and fiscal reports
• Answers phones and inquiries regarding account information
• Performs related tasks as necessary, such as scheduling meetings and monitoring departmental inventory
• Performs other related duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience working with spreadsheets, databases, or financial systems
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
• Prior experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support preferred

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
:
Requires high school diploma or GED / HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in accounting or related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full‑time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
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Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards
.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short‑term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience processing accounts payable/receivable transactions
• Experience with interactive sessions through a mainframe environment
• Experience with the People Soft accounting software program
• Experience with tracking financial transactions
• Experience collecting and presenting data to a supervisor

Job Open Date

09/02/2026

Job Close Date

09/13/2026

Open Continuous No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary
- Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

F = Frequently