This paraprofessional position is responsible for the City's utility billing system, maintains special assessments, and assists with general journal entries and year end processes. This position serves as a backup to the Accounting Clerk, Payroll Accountant and certain Accountant duties.
Hours and Pay
40 hours per week; regular workweek is Monday through Friday
$30.38 to $40.50 per hour non-exempt
Guaranteed pay increases
Job Duties The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following:
Works with ongoing utility billing procedures including reviewing reports, preparing and processing bills and payments.
Provides information to customers and resolves questions.
Receives payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.
Prepares and maintains delinquent water and sewer bills for the annual assessment process.
Provides backup for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
Backup to reconciliation of banking transactions, wire transfers, and credit card payments daily.
Classifies, records, and summarizes numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.
Assists with year-end journal entries, reports, etc.
Examines or analyzes accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Assists with the preparation of the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and annual audit.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements Minimum:
Four-year Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
Desired:
Three (3) years of accounting, finance, or related experience (Experience may include internships, cash drawer reconciliation, bank telling, etc.)
Advanced training in Microsoft Excel
Customer service experience
Benefits
40 hours paid vacation on date of hire
96 hours of sick leave per year
12 paid holidays per year
Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
Minnesota state pension plan
More information about our benefits is available on our website
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