Account Clerk II

City of University City • University City, MO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to perform necessary accounting activities, such as monitoring and maintaining accounts receivable payments for invoice requisition and check processing, processing clerical forms, preparing liens, setting up new accounts, making adjustments on existing accounts, processing licenses and permits, and mailing checks. The Account Clerk II is expected to be familiar with and utilize generally accepted accounting principles. Work is performed under the direction of the Director of Finance.

Requirements

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent certification
• Between one and three years of experience in related field required
• Basic understanding of accounting
• Ability to multitask
• Knowledge of, and experience with, computer software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with residents on a daily basis over the phone and in person.
• Processes cash, checks, and credit card payments
• Maintains new and existing accounts
• Processes and files chapter 13 and chapter 7 forms to the bankruptcy courts
• Prepares liens and lien releases to be sent to St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds
• Sets up accounts for new businesses and liquor licenses
• Processes dog licenses and dog park tags.
• Assists with mailing accounts payable checks
• Assists with reconciliations
• Assists with greeting guests at the window, on the phone, or by email
• Serves a s aback-up for other positions in the Finance Department
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage and one of the lowest annual deductibles in the region
• 15 paid vacation days
• 12 paid sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Pension and retirement options after just five years of employment
• Tuition reimbursement to support employee growth and development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) free to employees for confidential counseling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED