Accounting Technician – Department of the Comptroller / Accounting

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Office Technician
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/

Job Description

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.
What You Will Do
As a part of the Department of the Comptroller, you will have an important role supporting accounting operations. Under the direction of the Accounts Payable Supervisor, you will assist with accounts payable processing to ensure vendors and employees receive their approved payments in a timely and accurate manner. As the Accounting Technician, you will regularly interact with Carroll County agencies, employees, and vendors; respond to their inquiries while compiling and reviewing accounts payable data. The work you do will support the accounts payable team and assist with compliance of all applicable laws and tax obligations.
Essential Duties
• Maintain accounts payable information, vendor files, disbursement records for 1099 reporting, ensure the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Independently process complex payment documents, upload spreadsheets, reconcile procurement card statements and record expenses for financial reporting.
• Compile and review invoices, resolve basic discrepancies, calculate invoice adjustments, and utilize County’s financial management system to process payments.
• Greet and engage with visitors and employees in a professional and courteous manner. Serve as a point of contact for County agencies and vendors.
• Provide administrative and general technical support in overall office operations, assignments, and projects.
• Compose, prepare, and process general and confidential correspondence, including routine reports, e-mail, and faxes.
• Assist auditors by providing supporting documentation and/or information on internal process and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting practices and complete required continuing education training
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at careers@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Job Requirements

How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Microsoft Excel (Introductory)
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) (Introductory)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Developing)
• Bookkeeping (Introductory)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Attention to Detail
• Digital Literacy
• Professionalism
• Accounting and Reporting
• Continuous Learning
• Processing and Recording Financial Transactions
You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• One or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• May require completion of a basic computer skills assessment.
• May be required to work outside of standard hours.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License

Wages per hour: $21.34 – $34.14 per hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
• Generous paid time off • 13 Paid Holidays • Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable • Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance. • Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts • Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  TUESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  WEDNESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  THURSDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  FRIDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 04/30/2026