ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN (PURCHASING & INVENTORY CONTROL)

TYPE OF WORK: Performs intermediate technical work involving the maintenance of an effective purchasing and inventory control system under the daily supervision of the Accounting Manager. Displays a general understanding of the policies and procedures related to public procurement and materials management. Maintains adequate levels of supplies and coordinates inventory audits.

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented with college level accounting courses.  General knowledge of modern office methods and practices. Considerable experience in purchasing and inventory control. General knowledge of policies and procedures of the Virginia Public Procurement Act.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Good organizational, verbal and written communication skills required.  General knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to understand materials requirements and choose from several options. Ability to negotiate for best possible price.  Ability to understand and stay within supply budgets. Ability to recommend ways to cut cost focusing on customer satisfaction, price, and competitiveness. Ability to provide assistance to agency personnel in the use of the purchase order and inventory control systems. Ability to establish effective working relationships with vendors and staff.

STARTING SALARY: $24,468


DEADLINE: Open until filled.

APPLY TO:
Please submit a completed NRVCS application and resume to the Human Resources Department at careers@nrvcs.org.

EOE

 As a drug/alcohol free workplace, pre-employment screenings administered.

 
As a drug/alcohol-free workplace, pre-employment screenings are administered for all prospective employees of NRVCS
New River Valley Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

New River Valley Community Services
700 University City Boulevard  Blacksburg, VA 24060-2706
Phone: 540-961-8300   Emergencies: 961-8400
www.nrvcs.org

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