Accountant, G112, Tax Assessor-Collector Department

Job Summary

*** Revised and Reposted: 7/16/2026.
*** This position performs technical duties related to the maintenance, auditing, and reconciliation of all accounts maintained by the Tax Assessor-Collector; assists in the preparation of personnel attendance and payroll records; and supports the functions of the bookkeeping department.

• Monitors and reconciles bank accounts related to the Special Inventory Tax (SIT) Escrow and Special Inventory Tax Exclusive bank accounts.
• Performs fund transfers related to Special Inventory Tax (SIT)/Vehicle Inventory Tax (VIT) penalties, interest, and late fees.
• Prepares and issues checks for the Special Inventory Tax Escrow and Special Inventory Tax Exclusive bank accounts.
• Provides bank account balances for the Special Inventory Tax Escrow and Special Inventory Tax Exclusive bank accounts.
• Investigates Special Inventory Tax (SIT)/Vehicle Inventory Tax (VIT) discrepancies and prepares reports on findings.
• Records daily Special Inventory Tax (SIT)/Vehicle Inventory Tax (VIT) financial totals.
• Generates and prints SIT/VIT reports on a daily, weekly, monthly, yearly, or as‑needed basis.
• Monitors and reconciles bank statements and accounts pertaining to the City of El Cenizo, City of Rio Bravo, WCAD Business Rendition, Drainage District, Laredo College, State Highway, and other entities.
• Monitors and reconciles historical bank statements and accounts, including Vehicle Inventory Tax (VIT), Liquor License, Motor Vehicle and Property Tax Internet, and Motor Vehicle and Property Tax Voucher accounts.
• Prepares documents and submits reports based on any discrepancies.
• Processes and issues refunds resulting from discrepancies.
• Distributes and collects United Way contribution forms from employees.
• Distributes and collects employee sick pool forms.
• Verifies teller cash, check, and credit card receipts; resolves discrepancies.
• Prepares daily cash deposit for the bank.
• Oversees and confirms daily cash deposit pickup by the armored car service.
• Scans and indexes checks, credit card receipts, and electronic checks.
• Assists in the printing of daily financial fund reports.
• Assists with cash fund exchanges for the Tax Office Mini Vault.
• Assists with end‑of‑day teller credit card closeouts.
• Assists with collecting end‑of‑day teller status reports.
• Assists in resolving complex out‑of‑balance errors.
• Balances cash boxes and teller vouchers.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

• Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Advanced knowledge of internal auditing principles and practices.
• Advanced knowledge of information management principles and practices.
• Advanced knowledge of cash management principles.
• Advanced knowledge of account reconciliation principles and practices.
• Advanced knowledge of internal control principles.
• Advanced knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of County and departmental policies and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of County payroll policies and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of computers and job‑related software applications.
• Advanced skill in interpreting, understanding, and applying financial reports.
• Advanced skills in adaptability, time management, and flexibility.
• Skill in the operation of office equipment, including computers, scanners, fax machines, copiers, and cash registers.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

Complexity/Scope of Work:
The work consists of related, varied accounting, auditing, and technical duties. The need for accuracy contributes to the position's complexity.

Purpose:

The purpose of this position is to perform accounting, auditing, and technical duties related to the department's bookkeeping functions. Successful performance contributes to the efficient and effective operation of those functions.

Occasionally:
Remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting…