Accounting Specialist
NewBe an early applicantFive years of experience and strong Excel skills are a must.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
§ Performs customer service functions; provides assistance and information related to City services, procedures, fees, or other issues; collects/processes payments for property taxes, citations, business licenses and other payments.
§ Balances cash drawer; prepares bank deposits; assists in month end balancing of accounts.
§ Provides administrative support to the City Manager, Finance Director, Human Resources Manager, and Senior Staff Administrator.
§ Respond to public inquiries on the telephone and in-person; provide information and assistance in a courteous manner.
§ Processes delinquent taxes; works with City Attorney and Anderson County Clerk and Master’s office to transfer delinquent tax rolls; mails out delinquent tax notices as required.
§ Invoices and maintains records on in-lieu of tax entities.
§ Processes and records a variety of basic accounting transactions to include; entering and processing transactions, reconciliation, retrieving account data, balancing cash receipts, and preparing related reports.
§ Prepares weekly school transfer and related end-of-the-month reports.
§ Prepares a variety of reports related to tax revenue and other payments.
§ Processes applications for business licenses through the State.
§ Administrative duties, to include; processes, receives, sorts, and distributes a variety of correspondence, deliveries, and mail; makes photocopies; recordkeeping, filing, order office supplies, answers phone and faxes documents.
§ Attends safety and job-related training sessions.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a storm or declared emergency.)
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
§ Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
§ Knowledge of record management and file maintenance techniques.
§ Ability to learn State laws and regulations regarding property taxes.
§ Ability to evaluate situations and make decisions.
§ Ability to ensure compliance with established City and department policies and procedures.
§ Ability to work under stressful situations; ability to stay calm; have excellent problem-solving skills.
§ Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
§ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public groups, agencies, other employees and the general public.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Tennessee driver’s license by date of hire.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
(Occasional=1-3 Hrs; Frequent=3-5 Hrs; Constant=5-8 Hrs – Per Work Day)
Constant office work and sitting. Frequent standing and walking for extended periods of time. Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally stoops, kneels, crawls, climbs and crouches. Occasional outdoor work in varying climates, temperatures, and weather conditions for special events. Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds and in some cases, may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Noise level in the work environment is quiet; moderately noisy during high volume use of the center.
The City of Clinton, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The City of Clinton, Tennessee is a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace and this position is subject to the City’s drug and alcohol policy.
Education and Experience:
- Associate’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in business, accounting or related field (years of experience can be substituted for degree).
- Minimum five (5) years’ full-time work experience in accounting or related field.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint and heavy work in Excel.
- Knowledge or ability to learn UKG/Kronos.
- Attention to detail is required.
(A comparable amount of training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)