Accounting Clerk I

Job description

Accounting Clerk I

Under general supervision, is responsible for providing clerical support to the Accounts Payable department. Also is responsible for processing and scanning accounts payable invoices and vouchers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Enters and updates data utilizing spreadsheet or database applications

Reviews Accounts Payable electronic correspondence and distributes invoices accordingly

Data entry for Accounts Payable to include entering, scanning, filing, and/or updating data utilizing spreadsheet and database applications

Establishes and maintains complex reports and filing systems utilizing Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Prepares documentation for outside requests for Tax ID or Tax exemption

Communicates with internal County staff concerning discrepancies and processing issues

Backup to other Accounting Clerks

Processes deposit forms, requisitions, and/or distribution logs

Prints, sorts, and issues a variety of checks, to include payroll distribution for the County

Collects, receipts, and processes payments in form of cash or check using a computer cashiering system

Acts as backup to office receptionist greeting and directing the general public and county staff

Answers and routes telephone calls utilizing discretion and tact

Responds to general and complex questions and office complaints

Receive, sort and distribute mail

Monitors office equipment operation, troubleshooting failures and calling for repairs

May supervise, lead or train administrative or clerical support personnel

Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from High School or a General Education Development (GED) certificate, six (6) months to (1) year experience in accounting, auditing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge of basic accounting procedures

Skill in operating a personal computer, scanner, and other office equipment. Experience working with Infor/Lawson a plus

Skilled in problem solving, decision making, and maintaining accurate records

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, County employees and the general public

Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance

Must be able to maintain an effective attendance record/pattern

Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test

May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

Working conditions are inside an office environment

Physical requirements include lifting/carrying 10-20 lbs. occasionally

Occasionally; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate computer keyboard, 10-key adding machine, and basic office equipment. Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information

Positions self to perform essential functions

Subject to sitting, standing, walking, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and bending to perform the essential functions

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee's spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Worksite address

san antonio, TX, 78208, US

Who can apply

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