Accounting Clerk

ACCOUNTING CLERK: PT (25 hours per week) non-exempt position.  Salary Range 17 (62.5%) $2,137.49 – 2,598.14 mo. + excellent benefits. Under supervision of Finance Director, supports the Finance Department Staff in utility billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable and cash receipting.  Researches, tracks and resolves accounting problems, records transactions and reconciles to the general ledger.  Processes purchase orders, miscellaneous accounts receivable and transient room tax.  Maintains vendor information, lease records and reconciles bank and credit card statements.  Prepares monthly journal entries,  Assists other department staff with general office and clerical duties and answers phones and assists customers.  REQUIRES: Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalent and at least three years of work experience including the use of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook.  Must have basic knowledge of accounting principals and theory, organizational, verbal and written communications skills.  Ability to appropriately use ten-key calculator by touch and other office equipment.  Requires excellent customer service skills.  Full Charge Bookkeeping experience a plus.  This position is represented by the American Federation of State and Municipal Employees.  Cover Letter, Resume, City Application and Supplemental Questions are required.  Knowledge and skill testing required if selected for interview.  For an Application packet please visit City of Warrenton at 225 S. Main Ave., Warrenton, OR  97146 or click on the link below.  Open until filled.  EOE