Highway Account Clerk Specialist

Green Lake County•Green Lake, WI

18h

About The Position

This is a full-time, non-exempt position supervised by the Highway Commissioner and Highway Administrative/Accountant. Majority of the work requires the individual in the position to independently apply generally accepted accounting principles using established procedures. Under direction, provides support services for the Administrative/Accountant in managing the Highway Department administrative accounting systems. Work requires a high level of computer skills in database and spreadsheet applications.

Requirements

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and techniques
Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and terminology
Knowledge of standard office procedures, filing systems, office equipment and record maintenance processes
Proficient keyboarding skills and knowledge of computer operations
Attention to detail and accurate mathematical calculations
Ability to work under pressure with continual interruptions and the ability to deal with a variety of deadlines
Solid verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate professionally with vendors, employees and leadership.
Critical thinking skills and ability to research and resolve financial
Must present a positive and professional image to co-workers and vendors and have excellent customer relation skills.
Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Graduation from high school or GED
Associate’s degree in Accounting with at least two years’ experience working with account and payroll principles, preferably in a local government environment or any combination of education and experience to be equivalent to these requirements.
Training and experience in Microsoft software programs involving word processing, spreadsheet applications, and basic accounting principles
Finger dexterity
Ability to frequently lift 20 pounds
Ability to frequently bend/crouch to perform filing
Ability to perform most work from a sedentary position
Ability to function in situations encountered in a normal office setting

Responsibilities

Data input of Highway payroll; equipment usage; and inventory usage of parts; signs; material, fuel and lubes
Accounts Payable entry in Chemspro and Linq
Upon approval, process permits and compliance reports – Utility, Driveway, Oversize/Weight, Multi-Trip, Adopt-A-Highway.
Assist with year-end inventory
Maintains fleet records of repairs and
Maintains a current inventory of all maintenance and repair parts
Maintains a current inventory of all materials used on county
Assist with Accounts Receivable and monitoring of past due
Assist with month end, and year end reconciliations
Performing receptionist duties as needed, typing correspondence, copying records, faxing and filing.
Serves the public by providing information of highway related
Perform other duties as required