Accounting Technician III
Salary
$16.50 Hourly
Location
Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
45772
Agency
250 Health & Human Services
Unit
8132 DHHS ORS ACCOUNTING
Opening Date
07/22/2025
Closing Date
7/30/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Recruiter
Tammy Alfaro, ... ...)
# of Openings
1
Location
Office of Recovery Services (ORS), 4315 S. 2700 W., Taylorsville, Utah
Background Check
You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code
B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Benefits
This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: ....
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Job Description
Accounting Technician III
Do you have strong organizational skills and an aptitude for learning new software programs? If so, the Office of Recovery Services' open role of Accounting Technician III may be just the right role for you!
The Office of Recovery Services (ORS) is a division within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), whose primary mission is to promote responsibility. They help ensure that parents are financially responsible for their children by providing child support services and support for children in care, and help ensure public funds are used appropriately through our Medicaid Recovery efforts.
From great employee benefits to work/life balance, the career opportunities with the State are truly endless. Come join Team Utah today!
This position is not telework eligible
Starting Pay: $16.50
The Accounting Technician III is a senior level job. Under minimal supervision, they independently assist with the in-office tasks outlined in the job description below.
Job Responsibilities:
Return/forward checks that are sent to ORS but are unable to be processed for payment.
Maintain problem check log with payments being returned that cannot be posted (reject batches/tracers).
Create deposit for foreign checks and contact Fed Ex for pickup.
Verify and signoff batches process through Opex machine. Place batches in the filing cabinet.
Maintain checks and backup that needs to be shredded after 30 days.
Validate batches from Opex machine.
May help validate and/or post payments.
Assist with completing forms to offset incorrect postings using Microsoft Word and ORSIS.
Order supplies for Accounting Unit.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience using Gmail, Google Meet, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent typing skills with proficiency in 10-key by touch
Proficiency in learning new software programs and protocols
Basic math and balancing skills
Ability communicate professionally in both verbal and written formats
Ability to work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies
Ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time
Dexterity due to needing to unclip binders, take off elastics, and use a lot of finger, hand, wrist, arm, shoulder motion
The Agency:
To learn more about the Office of Recovery Services, please click Here.
Why You Should Join Our Team
Work with a great team, receive awesome health and retirement benefits, and paid time off, including 12 paid holidays off per year. Find out more about the benefits that make working for the State of Utah awesome, by clicking Here. This is an outstanding opportunity for an outstanding individual!
Supplemental Information
All ORS job offers are contingent upon passing a Criminal Background Check.
The applicant chosen to fill this position may have access and exposure to Federal Tax Information (FTI), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) information, Criminal Justice Information (CJI), and other confidential information as defined by 45 CFR 303.21(a). Unauthorized access, use or disclosure is subject to federal and state penalties, fines, and disciplinary actions.
Physical Requirements:
Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
Working Conditions:
Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
Employer
State of Utah
Address
4315 S. 2700 W., Suite 2100
Taylorsville, Utah, 84129
Salary
$16.50 Hourly
Location
Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
45772
Agency
250 Health & Human Services
Unit
8132 DHHS ORS ACCOUNTING
Opening Date
07/22/2025
Closing Date
7/30/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Recruiter
Tammy Alfaro, ... ...)
# of Openings
1
Location
Office of Recovery Services (ORS), 4315 S. 2700 W., Taylorsville, Utah
Background Check
You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code
B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Benefits
This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: ....
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Job Description
Accounting Technician III
Do you have strong organizational skills and an aptitude for learning new software programs? If so, the Office of Recovery Services' open role of Accounting Technician III may be just the right role for you!
The Office of Recovery Services (ORS) is a division within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), whose primary mission is to promote responsibility. They help ensure that parents are financially responsible for their children by providing child support services and support for children in care, and help ensure public funds are used appropriately through our Medicaid Recovery efforts.
From great employee benefits to work/life balance, the career opportunities with the State are truly endless. Come join Team Utah today!
This position is not telework eligible
Starting Pay: $16.50
The Accounting Technician III is a senior level job. Under minimal supervision, they independently assist with the in-office tasks outlined in the job description below.
Job Responsibilities:
Return/forward checks that are sent to ORS but are unable to be processed for payment.
Maintain problem check log with payments being returned that cannot be posted (reject batches/tracers).
Create deposit for foreign checks and contact Fed Ex for pickup.
Verify and signoff batches process through Opex machine. Place batches in the filing cabinet.
Maintain checks and backup that needs to be shredded after 30 days.
Validate batches from Opex machine.
May help validate and/or post payments.
Assist with completing forms to offset incorrect postings using Microsoft Word and ORSIS.
Order supplies for Accounting Unit.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience using Gmail, Google Meet, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent typing skills with proficiency in 10-key by touch
Proficiency in learning new software programs and protocols
Basic math and balancing skills
Ability communicate professionally in both verbal and written formats
Ability to work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies
Ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time
Dexterity due to needing to unclip binders, take off elastics, and use a lot of finger, hand, wrist, arm, shoulder motion
The Agency:
To learn more about the Office of Recovery Services, please click Here.
Why You Should Join Our Team
Work with a great team, receive awesome health and retirement benefits, and paid time off, including 12 paid holidays off per year. Find out more about the benefits that make working for the State of Utah awesome, by clicking Here. This is an outstanding opportunity for an outstanding individual!
Supplemental Information
All ORS job offers are contingent upon passing a Criminal Background Check.
The applicant chosen to fill this position may have access and exposure to Federal Tax Information (FTI), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) information, Criminal Justice Information (CJI), and other confidential information as defined by 45 CFR 303.21(a). Unauthorized access, use or disclosure is subject to federal and state penalties, fines, and disciplinary actions.
Physical Requirements:
Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
Working Conditions:
Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
Employer
State of Utah
Address
4315 S. 2700 W., Suite 2100
Taylorsville, Utah, 84129
Job ID: 486985961
Originally Posted on: 7/26/2025
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