Technician​/Accounting

Position Information

Division:
Accounting (DIV)

Department:
Payroll & Accounts Payable

This position is responsible for processing all payroll related items, including wages, calculations, deductions, etc. for each bi‑weekly payroll. In addition, the role works with and supports the accounts receivable process and assists with the accounts payable function as needed.

• Process all payroll-related items utilizing the College ERP.
• Verify payroll calculation register along with trial payroll reports.
• Verify the accuracy of wages and deductions for each biweekly payroll.
• Process the withholding payments.
• Report and verify information to external agencies, i.e. Domestic relations, loan verification for employees, HUD, PA Department of Welfare, etc.
• Assist with accounts receivable in posting payments, refunds and stipends to customer accounts.
• Assist with customer account collection process.
• Assist with the maintenance of customer accounts, payments, holds, communications.
• Assist with answering customer account questions.
• Process accounts payable payments utilizing the College ERP.
• Verify budget account funds are available and proper signatures are included before processing payments.
• Approve invoices for the price differential.
• Verify the accuracy of all invoices, purchase orders, credits, and company statements.
• Communicate with vendors on all aspects of accounts payable.
• Maintain vendor information in the College ERP system.
• Support outside auditors with all accounting department needs.
• General accounting technician duties as assigned.

• Assist with office coverage.
• Provide documentation as requested by external auditors promptly.
• Maintain and develop work-related knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the job through professional and cross‑training opportunities.
• Attend all required meetings and training.
• Perform additional grade‑level support duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of professional office skills and procedures required.
• Proficient verbal and written communications.
• Read, comprehend and follow instructions/work orders.
• Ability to consistently provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments, including managing multiple projects/tasks concurrently and meet varied deadlines.
• Ability to identify problems, make corrective recommendations and assist with the problem‑solving process.

Education

• Associate degree in a related field required.

Experience

• Two (2) years of accounting work experience required.
• Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards.

Clearances

• PA Child History clearance
• PA Criminal Record Check clearance
• FBI Federal Criminal History Record clearance

None.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged sitting
• Frequent standing/walking or otherwise moving around department/campus
• Repetitive finger/hand movements
• Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional bending

Audible Demands

• Ability to communicate orally and hear conversation

Visual Demands

• Use of computer and internet/internet-based systems
• Reading and preparing documents, reports, presentations, etc.

Environmental Conditions

• Work is primarily conducted in a typical indoor office environment with appropriate lighting, noises, and temperature control.

Hazards

• Minimal risk of injury or work-related illnesses.

$18.10/hour

Westmoreland is an affirmative action, equal opportunity college.