Title: Account Clerk II

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Onsight, Full-time

Department: Finance

Job Purpose

The purpose of this position is to perform necessary accounting activities, such as monitoring and maintaining accounts receivable payments for invoice requisition and check processing, processing clerical forms, preparing liens, setting up new accounts, making adjustments on existing accounts, processing licenses and permits, and mailing checks. The Account Clerk II is expected to be familiar with and utilize generally accepted accounting principles. Work is performed under the direction of the Director of Finance.

Essential Functions

Works with residents on a daily basis over the phone and in person.
Processes cash, checks, and credit card payments
Maintains new and existing accounts
Processes and files chapter 13 and chapter 7 forms to the bankruptcy courts
Prepares liens and lien releases to be sent to St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds
Sets up accounts for new businesses and liquor licenses
Processes dog licenses and dog park tags.
Assists with mailing accounts payable checks
Assists with reconciliations
Assists with greeting guests at the window, on the phone, or by email
Serves a s aback-up for other positions in the Finance Department
Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

Must have a High School diploma or equivalent certification
Between one and three years of experience in related field required
Basic understanding of accounting
Experience with customer service preferred.
Ability to multitask
Knowledge of, and experience with, computer software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

ENJOY THE BENEFITS

Start your career with immediate access to comprehensive health coverage and one of the lowest annual deductibles in the region
Begin building valuable paid leave benefits from day one including: 15 paid vacation days, 12 paid sick days, and 10 paid holidays per year
Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance
Pension and retirement options after just five years of employment
Tuition reimbursement to support employee growth and development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) free to employees for confidential counseling

Overall Physical Strength Demands

This position operates in a typical office setting. Travel between locations may be required.

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