Accounting Assistant I (Part-Time

CITY OF GILROY IS HIRING! ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT I - Part-Time Finance Department

Work Schedule:

Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

$28.11 - $34.44 per hour | 25 hours per week

This is a Part-Time, on-site position, designed for direct collaboration with the team and active participation in daily operations.

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join our team!

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant I – Part-Time, in the Finance Department. This position will primarily be assigned to the Utility Billing/Information Desk area, providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers, and performing cashiering and accounting-related work. The Finance Department’s goal is to provide timely and accurate financial information to City Management, City Council, and the public, while responsibly managing the City’s assets, including cash and investments.

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Manager or Supervising Accounting Technician, the Accounting Assistant will perform a wide variety of accounting and statistical record-keeping assignments related to maintaining financial and statistical records. This position may provide support in one or more of the following areas: accounts receivable, accounts payable, utility billing, and/or the front desk information.

This role offers opportunities to build foundational experience in municipal finance and may serve as a steppingstone to the Accounting Assistant I/II classification, depending on performance and experience gained.

The Finance Department is committed to delivering timely, accurate financial information to City leadership and the public while responsibly managing the City's assets with integrity, accountability, and transparency. Through sound financial stewardship and collaborative partnerships, the department helps support the City's operations and long-term fiscal health.

The department also takes pride in providing responsive, high-quality customer service to the Gilroy community through its utility billing operations. Staff work directly with residents and businesses to answer questions, explain utility accounts and billing, process payments, resolve concerns, and ensure customers receive courteous, timely, and professional assistance whether in person, by phone, or online.

If you're looking to join a hard-working team in a fast-paced environment—where you can gain hands-on experience in Finance, Accounting, and Customer Service—this position could be a great fit for you!

As an entry-level Accounting Assistant I, (Part-Time), you'll be supported with comprehensive training, hands‑on experience, and the resources needed to succeed in your role and contribute to the department's success. You’ll work closely with the Finance team, other departments, and members of the public, developing strong customer service skills along the way. This role offers valuable exposure to municipal operations and the potential to advance to an Accounting Assistant I / II position.

• Deliver excellent customer service with clear communication and reliable follow-through.
• Exhibit professionalism, ethics, and cultural awareness in all interactions.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse group of people using strong listening and interpersonal skills.
• Be a dependable team player, ready to assist wherever needed.
• Be punctual, reliable, and mindful of time and deadlines.
• Maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude when challenges arise.
• Stay organized and flexible, able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Accurately perform cashiering and financial tasks in line with procedures.
• Exhibit strong attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Apply basic accounting skills to support billing and recordkeeping.
• Proficient in Microsoft apps (Excel, Word, Outlook) and 10-Key by touch.

• Learn the new Utility Billing/ ERP System – Tyler Munis
• Support the new Utility Customer water usage reports and portal.
• Assist customers with billing inquiries and account…