Accounting Technician 2 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4806194) Apply  Accounting Technician 2 Salary $40,289.60 - $58,988.80 Annually Location Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-02073 Agency 336 Iowa Communications Network Opening Date 01/27/2025 Closing Date 2/6/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST Point of Contact mike.cruise@icn.state.ia.us + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description The Iowa Communications Network (ICN) is recruiting to fill anAccounting Tech 2position to perform daily accounts payable duties. This position will be responsible for the payment for various classes of vendor invoices to include circuit expenses and other miscellaneous operating expenses of the ICN. ICN Mission: Provide a statewide, innovative, secure, reliable network, and technology solutions for education, healthcare, public safety, and government. What do we offer? We offer an opportunity to provide public service to the great citizens of the State of Iowa and to work in the fast-paced and dynamic telecommunications industry. The ICN functions more like a private business while offering the great benefits of being a State of Iowa employee including time off and sick leave that begins accruing from day one, excellent health and dental coverage, IPERS and other benefits such as a Retirement Investment Club (RIC). Teleworking is offered up to 2 days per week after your 6-month probation period. Skills Needed: This role involves data entry into multiple computer systems, maintenance of digital records, and development of professional relationships with stakeholders such as ICN staff and vendors to resolve billing discrepancies. We are looking for an individual with great attention to detail, professional written and oral communication, and excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will also contribute suggestions for process improvements. Duties: Responsible for daily recording and payment of accounts payable invoices for multiple types of invoices for expenditures and encumbrances. a. Recognize valid source documents as claims for services provided or goods furnished to the ICN. b. Analyze and classify transactions according to ICN accounting coding through research and communication with vendors and other sections within the ICN. b. Verify validity and accuracy of claims through the use of vendor contracts and other resources with the ICN. c. Work with vendors to resolve account issues and investigate outstanding balances. d. When applicable match related source documents, including contracts, to payment documents. e. Ensure claims comply with the State of Iowa Code. f. Interpret and apply all pre-audit rules and regulations to all accounting documents. g. Interface with vendors to reconcile account issues and discrepancies between source documents and invoices. h. Enter all valid claims into the accounts payable module of the general ledger within 10 working days of receipt of the invoice. i. Pay all valid claims in ICN accounting system and the state accounting system, Iowa Advantage, within established time frames. Complete review of monthly accrual needs and have them entered into the designated spreadsheet by the expected deadline for the month-end closing process. Perform daily maintenance of accounting records pertaining to assigned invoices in accounts payable, general ledger, subsidiary ledger accounts and other databases. Develop methods to assure that data entered into each database matches what has been entered into the accounting systems. Complete special projects as assigned related to accounts payable or general ledger expenses. To Apply: Step 1: Go to the State of Iowa Careers page online at the DAS-HRE website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa, then type "Accounting Technician 2" in the “Search” box. Open the job posting and click "Apply" Step 2: Fill out the application, upload your resume and cover letter at this site. It is the policy of the executive branch of state government in the State of Iowa to provide equal employment opportunity within state government to all persons (Iowa Code 19B.) The intent of this policy is to ensure that individuals are not denied equal access to state employment opportunities because of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity, consistent with applicable state and federal policies and regulations. It is also the policy of the executive branch of state government in the State of Iowa to apply affirmative action measures to correct the underutilization of females, minorities, and persons with disabilities in the state employment system whenever remedial measures are appropriate. Minimum Qualification Requirements Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalency and four years of clerical accounting experience which involved the compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal programs using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices; OR the successful completion of a post-high school vocational/technical, business college, or area community college curriculum in accounting which included concentrated course work equivalent to twenty semester hours (or more) in accounting; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of employment in clerical office work for each year of the required education; OR substituting the successful completion of thirty semester hours or the academic equivalent in a post high school Business, Accounting or closely related curriculum for each year of the required experience; OR any equivalent combination of qualifying education or experience; OR one year of experience as an Accounting Technician 1 in the State of Iowa classified service will be considered as qualifying; OR one year of work experience as an Accounting Clerk 3 in the State of Iowa classified service will be considered as qualifying. 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Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost. Retirement Planning: We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) . Paid Time Off: Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters. Professional Development: Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation. Join Us - Elevate Your Career: Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. 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If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa. + Yes - I understand and agree. + No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq? + No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq + Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq 03 Have you graduated from high school or have a G.E.D. equivalency? IF YES - How many years do you have of clerical accounting experience which involved the compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal programs using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices? + I have not graduated from high school or have a G.E.D. equivalency + Less than two years of the identified experience + Two to less than three years of the identified experience + Three years to less than four years of the identified experieince + Four years or more of the identified experience 04 Have you successfully completed a post-high school vocational/technical, business college, or area community college curriculum in accounting which included concentrated course work equivalent to twenty semester hours (or more) in accounting? + Yes + No 05 Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch? IF YES - How many months do you have of full time experience in the classification of Accounting Technician 1 or Accounting Clerk 3 for the State of Iowa? + I am not a current State of Iowa employee + I do not have any experience in the classification of Accounting Technician 1 or Accounting Clerk 3 for the State of Iowa + Less than 12 months of experience in the classification of Accounting Technician 1 or Accounting Clerk 3 for the State of Iowa + 12 months or more of experience in the classification of Accounting Technician 1 or Accounting Clerk 3 for the State of Iowa 06 If you have not GRADUATED from high School/G.E.D. AND you have four years of clerical accounting experience which involved the compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal programs using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices - How many years do you have of combined high school/G.E.D. education AND/OR employment in clerical office work? One year of employment in clerical office work may substitute for each year of education. + I have not graduated from high school/G.E.D 'OR' do NOT have the four years of identified experience + Less than four years of the combined education and/or experience + Four years or more of the combined education and/or experience 07 How many years do you have of combined post high school education in Business, Accounting or closely related curriculum AND/OR clerical accounting experience which involved the compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal programs using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices? 30 semester hours equals one year of experience. + I do not have any of the combined education and/or experience + Less than four years of the combined education and/or experience + Four years or more of the combined education and/or experience Required Question Employer State of Iowa Agency 336 Iowa Communications Network Address Grimes State Office Building 400 E 14th St Des Moines, Iowa, 50319 Website https://icn.iowa.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email