Accounts Specialist

Lorain County Public Health-•Elyria, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Lorain County Public Health is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a full-time Account Specialist in the Administrative Services Division! If you’re passionate about making a difference, supporting a healthy community, and thriving in a fast-paced, team-focused environment, we want to hear from you! This is an exciting opportunity to assist with meaningful public health initiatives while working alongside a dedicated and supportive team.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of Excel spreadsheets is required.
Proficient computer skills
Comfortable with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Experience with electronic records systems
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Calm in a fast-paced environment
Team player
Able to lift objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
Must be able to sit and stand for long periods and bend and stretch as needed throughout the workday.
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Possession of a valid Ohio driver’s license with ongoing proof of auto insurance and ability to travel with reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Prior office experience is highly preferred.
Education or experience in business, accounting, finance, or a related field is highly preferred.
Extremely detail-oriented

Responsibilities

Assisting and supporting the public
Utilizing electronic record systems and performing data entry
Preparing documents, typing correspondence, and maintaining records
Processing fee statements, calculations, and balancing functions
Organizing, retrieving, and maintaining files and data
Creating and updating spreadsheets and reports
Communicating program progress or issues to the team
Managing incoming calls through a multi-line telephone system
Review mileage reimbursement for accuracy
Review vendor invoices and process for payment
Create voucher sheets and batches for accounts payable
Record receipts in tracking system
Assign account numbers for purchase orders
Perform cost analysis for grant and program activities
Prepare LCPH invoices for program billing
Process data and specific statistical information accurately for reports and special applications and report at team meetings
Manage and update databases, spreadsheets, and electronic records systems
Sort items alphabetically, numerically, or by subject matter; maintain updated records and forms
Serve as back-up for Payroll
Serve as back-up for Accounts Receivable - process receipts and verify accuracy
Deliver excellent customer service; answer agency telephone system and greet/direct the public; answer questions and provide information
Communicate information, both in writing and verbally, in a clear and concise manner with staff, public, and external partners
Work collaboratively on team projects
Maintain confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive data
Other duties as assigned