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Accounting Technician 
Category Tax Collector  
Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, this job performs moderately complex accounting and administrative work according to Generally Accepted Standard Accounting Principles, established procedures, division/departmental guidelines, internal controls, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work. Employees in this job classification function at a professional level to accomplish assigned tasks according to established schedules, calendars, and projects. Performs related work as directed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  1. Appropriately applies advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting, budgeting, record keeping, and fiscal management required for area of assignment. Assists with coordination of record keeping and maintenance of fiscal/management information.
  2. Performs specialized and technical clerical and record keeping work. Work is performed with a minimum of supervision.
  3. Compiles and analyzes various statistical data and transactional information for the purpose of daily, monthly, and year-end balancing and reporting; analyzes and reports historical and projected information.
  4. Performs detailed research and compiles statistical and financial data for monthly activity and payments. Coordinates submission and formulation of documentation required.
  5. Inputs various data into computer using word-processing based software or a word processor. Accesses, inputs, and retrieves information from a computer.
  6. Sorts, grades, verifies, files and/or pulls from files, materials and documents such as correspondence, reports, purchase orders, case records, statistical records, cards, other records according to number, name, alphabet, invoices, and group code and/or other prescribed procedures.
  7. Assists with budget preparation and/or coordinates Tax Collector budget submissions; monitors revenues and expenditures, and notifies manager when corrective action is needed.
  8. Gives information in person or by telephone to other units and the public, applying knowledge of rules, regulations, and procedures of the assigned unit.
  9. Assists in the preparation of various daily, monthly, and annual reports.
  10. Performs duties in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment; consistently interacts with others in a proactive professional manner.
  11. In case of an emergency of crisis situation (hurricane, flood, etc.) position is required to respond/ perform recovery duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
  12. Employees hired on or after February 1, 2016, must be a tobacco-free person, both on and off the job, for at least 1 year immediately preceding application and maintain same tobacco-free status throughout the term of employment.
  13. Regular attendance.

[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.]

 
Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient in software applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
• Knowledge of county government functions and practices of governmental accounting.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining high level of concentration and accuracy despite constant interruptions.
• Ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers; to determine percentages and decimals, to analyze statistical data.
• Ability to read and/or prepare a variety of forms and documents including budget requests, various budget-related reports, etc., using proper format.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with management, employees, employee representatives, business professionals and the general public.
• Ability to utilize tact and diplomacy to deal effectively with general public and fellow employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing utilizing proper English (grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure).
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction, complex policies, laws, and directives.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
• Valid Florida Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to insurance provider.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
• Acceptable vision (with or without correction)
• Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time.
• Ability to enter and retrieve data from a computer at a prescribed rate of speed.
• Must be able to communicate using speech, hearing, and vision skills.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
• Inside in an office environment.
• Works closely with others.

Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

FLSA Non - Exempt Status

Revised 10/01/17
 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Salary Range Salary Range $17.00 - $24.29. Commensurate with experience and licenses.  
Closing Date December 20, 2018  
Position Accounting Technician  
Division Tax Collector  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Open Date 12/13/2018  
Location Tax Collector  
Flyer None Specified 

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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