Accounting Clerk

PAY RATE: $21.00/HR. + DOQ

The Accounting Clerk I is primarily responsible for processing the accounts payable, utility bills and other accounting work. Under general supervision, incumbent must exercise reasonable initiates and independent judgement in ensuring that timely, efficient, and effective services are provided to departments, selecting work methods, and performing assigned tasks. Work is reviewed through oral and written reports, discussion, and results obtained.

The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Sorts and distributes all US Postal mail to all inter‑departments.
• Processes invoices by verifying that policies and procedures have been followed prior to check issuance.
• Processes payments using various methods to ensure there is an audit trail through the accounting system.
• Maintains effective working relationships with outside departments regarding payable processing, outstanding invoices, and purchase orders.
• Enters service orders, meter reads and adjustments.
• Identifies and resolves problems with vendor accounts and purchase orders.
• Imports and verifies export/import for preparation of utility billing weekly cycle or final bills.
• Reviews billing issues and responds to various inquiries.
• Inputs general billing invoices.
• Reviews Pcard statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and certificates or licenses required to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Knowledge of basic accounting practices, procedures, and software.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of utility billing practices, procedures, and software.
• Knowledge of computerized tax codes and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of computer systems pertaining to accounting, work processing, and financial management.
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems.
• Ability to analyze financial data and discern underlying problems.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations accurately and rapidly.
• Ability to operate various office equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• High school diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalent diploma.
• One year’s experience in accounts payable, or utility billing.
• A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted at the City Manager’s discretion.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License and must be insurable by the City’s current insurance provider.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) training will be required according to the job duties and responsibilities within one (1) year of employment.

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• Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over) – Constant (X)
• Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.) – Constant (X)
• Light lifting (under 15 lbs.) – Constant (X)
• Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over) – Constant (X)
• Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.) – Constant (X)
• Light carrying (under 15 lbs.) – Constant (X)
• Reaching above shoulder – Constant (X)
• Use of fingers – Constant (X)
• Both hands required – Constant (X)
• Climbing (use of legs and arms) – Constant (X)
• Climbing (legs only) – Constant (X)
• Good near vision – Constant (X)
• Good distant vision – Constant (X)
• Both eyes required – Constant (X)
• Depth perception – Constant (X)
• Distinguishing basic colors – Constant (X)
• Distinguishing shades of colors – Constant (X)
• Good hearing (with or without hearing aid) – Constant (X)
• Straight pulling – Constant (X)
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