Accounting Technician Trainee (X)

Full Job Description

NOTICE OF LIMITED APPLICATIONS

This posting is limited to the first 100 applications received.
When that number is reached the posting will be automatically removed.

Career Opportunity

The city of Las Vegas invites applications for Accounting Technician Trainee. This position performs technical accounting activities. Processes accounts payable and cash receipt documents. Maintains financial records and reports. Analyzes and resolves discrepancies.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Accounting Technician Trainee is the trainee class in the Accounting Technician series.

Accounting Technician I is the entry level class in the Accounting Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Accounting Technician II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions.

Supervision Received
Receives general supervision from supervisory or management staff.


The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/ or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.

NOTICE OF WRITTEN EXAM

Written Test Date: February 3, 2026

The city of Las Vegas does not recommend or endorse any specific study guide for this examination. Examination content will be based on the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this job posting.

Examination Process

A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the City of Las Vegas. The examination for this recruitment will be a written examination, weighted 100%, and will be used to place candidates on the eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

Selection Process

Final candidate selection will include list placement and will include hiring interview.

Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, to include education and employment verification, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.

Some positions may require preliminary background checks

Requirements

Performs technical accounting activities; processes a variety of accounts payable and cash receipting documents; reviews for accuracy, completeness and proper authorization within established city policy and procedures.Organizes, processes, and maintains payment documentation and vendor remittance data; analyzes statements; maintains frequent contact with vendors to ensure accounts are current; researches payment histories by reviewing vendor and customer detail.Researches discrepancies relating to invoices on hold and/or unentered; and coordinates with Purchasing and Contracts, suppliers and end user to resolve issues between the purchase order, goods received and invoiced, including discrepancies related to pricing, item descriptions, quantity of goods and surcharges.

Researches and resolves issues brought forth by vendors, customers, and city staff regarding incorrect or misrouted payments.Prepares and provides verbal and written information to vendors and employees regarding reported discrepancies in invoice amounts and the status of payments.Reconciles and balances daily lockbox deposits; researches and resolves any exceptions.Processes reimbursement to and payments from city staff; accepts, processes and balances customer payments; prepares deposits.Enters data into computerized accounting program; imports transactions from various systems daily for check and revenue processing; compares information in different programs and databases and updates records as necessary.Compiles and prepares memorandums and reports from multiple financial systems and databases; submits request to release checks, when applicable.

Prepares automatic payments of recurring monthly charges.

Assists with the development of computer generated reports and information; tests the accuracy of the information generated; refers problems to supervisor or designee.

Provides technical assistance to city staff; assists employees in understanding policies, programs and changes.Responds to inquiries from city staff and vendors; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.Marginal Functions:Maintains a variety of automated and manual logs, records and files; receives, sorts, stamps and distributes the mail, paychecks, invoices and billings; performs a variety of record keeping, filing, indexing and other general clerical work.Works on a variety of special projects as assigned.Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications Accounting Technician TraineeExperience: One year of general clerical or cash handling experience.

Training: Equivalent to graduation from high school.Accounting Technician IIn addition to the qualifications for Accounting Technician Trainee:Experience: One year of technical accounting experience, preferably in a government agency.

Training: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Additional specialized training in bookkeeping, accounting, automated financial management systems or a related field is desirable.

Additional Information Accounting Technician TraineeKnowledge of: Basic principles of mathematics.Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and computer equipment.Basic principles and procedures of filing and record keeping.Common office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, email and calendar at an experienced level.Methods and techniques of data entry.Skills in: Operating a computer including a variety of software programs.Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Learning to apply and explain city and department policies and procedures.Learning specialized procedures required for specific assignment.Meeting schedules and timelines.Understanding and following oral and written instructions.

Competencies:Core Workforce CompetenciesProfessionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.

Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.

Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.

Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands. Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.

Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.

Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.Accounting Technician IIn addition to the qualifications for Accounting Technician Trainee:Knowledge of: Basic modern bookkeeping and accounting principles and procedures.

Skills in: Preparing, examining and verifying a wide variety of financial documents and reports.