Accounting Technician (Financial Specialist IV)
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Accounting Technician (Financial Specialist IV)
Salary
$87,024.91 - $145,041.94 Annually
Location
FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA
Job Type
FT Salary W BN
Job Number
26-00128
Department
DPWES Solid Waste Management
Opening Date
01/17/2026
Closing Date
1/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade
S29
Posting Type
Open to General Public
Description
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Job Announcement
Join Fairfax County's Solid Waste Management Program (SWMP) as a Financial Specialist IV and play a key role in managing the program's financial operations, reporting, and procurement. In this position, you'll work closely with the Finance Manager to provide data-driven insights, support strategic decision-making, and ensure fiscal integrity while helping Fairfax County deliver cost-effective, environmentally responsible services.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) operations, including reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit support.
Conduct rate analysis and revenue analysis to support budgeting, financial planning, and operational decision-making.
Oversee Capital Improvement Program (CIP) financial tracking and reporting.
Create and maintain visualizations of KPIs and perform detailed analysis to enhance operational efficiency and improve decision-making.
Conduct on-site reviews and participate in strategic meetings to align financial oversight with operational activities.
Conduct budget analysis and support budget development, including preparation of materials for board matters, responses to FOIA requests, and financial oversight for four separate funds spanning four distinct business operations.
Develop and implement fiscal policies, process improvements, and staff training.
Lead contract and procurement management, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness.
Maintain accurate records and support audits.
Maintain accurate records and support audits.
DPWES is a diverse, nationally accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone.
Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the county Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness. Please review our awesome benefits:
Benefits (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/department-human-resources-employee-benefits)
Retirement
DPWES provides award-winning solid waste collection services for approximately 45,000 homes, operates a transfer station and landfill, regulates solid waste services, and leads sustainability initiatives to promote zero waste goals for Fairfax County. DPWES Solid Waste is a diverse work force of approximately 300 merit and 50 non-merit employees and has an annual operating budget of more than $100M. Our nationally recognized team of professionals are working together towards a singular goal: providing environmentally responsible and cost-effective management of municipal solid waste, keeping Fairfax County safe, green, healthy, and clean.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hr/equivalencies-education-and-experience)
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy or related field; plus, four years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master's degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Ten years of experience in financial management, accounting, or governmental finance.
Knowledge of SAP/FOCUS or similar financial systems and procurement processes.
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Two years of strong supervisory skills with a focus on mentorship, goal-setting, and performance management.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, wrist and shoulder movements. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance. Ability to stand, stoop, bend, stretch, walk, climb, sit, kneel, crouch, reach, crawl, lift and handle materials with manual dexterity. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/demographics/fairfax-county-general-overview) .) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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