ACCOUNTING CLERK

City of Rancho Palos Verdes; Rancho Palos Verdes (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Rancho Palos Verdes seeks an Accounting Clerk who is organized and customer-focused. This role involves managing payments, supporting financial tasks, and providing exceptional service in a team-oriented environment. If you possess strong analytical and customer service skills, apply to make an impact with us.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Gardianship of customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Operate cash register and process payments.
• Handle business license taxes and permit fees.
• Support accounts payable and budget tasks.

Skills

Customer Service

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Cash Reconciliation

Relationship Management

Tools

Munis Tyler

TRAKiT

Job description

For more detailed information on this position, the Class Specification is HERE.

Join Our Team & Make an Impact!

The City of Rancho Palos Verdes is searching for a dependable, responsible team player with a great attitude who is committed to professionalism, excellence, and collaboration. If this sounds like you, apply today to join our team as an Accounting Clerk.

This position will be open until filled with a first review of applications on June 9, 2025.

Why Rancho Palos Verdes?

Nestled on the picturesque Palos Verdes Peninsula, our city offers breathtaking coastal views, a vibrant community, and a dedication to excellence in public service. The Finance Department is staffed by dedicated professionals responsible for a wide range of services, including:

• Fiscal Services: Budget preparation, monitoring, long-term financial planning, forecasting, analysis/modeling, system administration, and reporting.
• Accounting: Managing general ledger, business processes, chart of accounts, auditing, payroll processing, and billing.
• Purchasing: Invoice processing, contract management, and purchase order processing.
• Business Licenses: Processing business licenses and providing cashiering services citywide.
• Treasury: Cash flow analysis, bank reconciliations, and review of the City's investments.

Who We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate is highly organized, with a strong work ethic, capable of handling multiple projects and priorities. You should possess:

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
• Independent judgment within general policies and guidelines
• Experience with reconciling cash and accounts, and preparing related reports

Position Details:

This non-exempt position is covered by the Rancho Palos Verdes Employees Association. The incumbent must work well in a team-oriented and professional environment.

This multi-functional role primarily serves as the City’s cashier, operating a cash register, processing and reconciling payments such as business license taxes and citywide permit fees, and preparing related reports. Responsibilities include daily closing processes, payment processing, and billing and collection of accounts receivable. The position also leads the annual business license renewal process and supports accounts payable, budget, and purchasing tasks as needed.

The work location is at the cashiering office of the Community Development Department. The incumbent must be able to work independently in this dual environment.

Ideal Candidate:

A successful candidate must demonstrate a strong work ethic, be highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities, and committed to exceptional customer service. Use of tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within established policies is essential. The candidate should also foster positive relationships with colleagues and the public.

Familiarity with Munis Tyler, TRAKiT (Central Square), or similar financial software and cash register systems is a plus but not required. Punctuality and reliability are important, as this position functions as the Citywide Cashier.