Accounting Services Specialist

Make a Difference in Your Community

The Department of Revenue for St. Louis County Government is seeking two detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Services Specialists to join their team. This entry-level position is responsible for performing a variety of complex accounting support functions including processing of large-scale transactions, analysis of account data, and preparation of summary reports within accounts receivable. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, strong accuracy in financial transactions, and the ability to provide excellent customer service.

Additionally, it is expected this role will have strong, independent decision-making skills without need of close review by the manager and/or supervisor.

Upon selection, one candidate will be assigned to work in our North County location at Northwest Crossings in St. Ann, Missouri. The other candidate will be assigned to work in our South County satellite office at 4544 Lemay Ferry Road, in Mehlville, Missouri.

Typical work hours will be Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm CT. Scheduled hours may shift in December and January to support the year-end processing of property and personal property taxes.

• Competitive Average Salary: Typical starting salary range is between $17.21 - $20.65 hourly, based on your qualifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Learn more about St. Louis County benefits:
  Saint Louis County Employee Benefits.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: We participate in this program to support your financial future. Learn more about the program:
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid.

• Prepare physical deposits and balance all deposits.
• Receive and process the proper payment of taxes and compile and submit related reports.
• Issue waivers.
• Adjust accounts.
• Maintain ledgers and records of funds received to ensure the maintenance of proper records and reimbursement.
• Reconcile statements with reports, spreadsheets, and summaries.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

• Equivalent to three years of experience in an accounting related environment.
• Preference may be given to applications with three years of cash handling experience.
• The work rules for the Department of Revenue require all employees, whether they reside in St. Louis County or elsewhere, to remain current in the payment of their personal and real property taxes.

The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at  for more information on this policy.