Accounting Clerk I (Part-time)

Citrus County Government; Lecanto (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Florida Retirement System

Paid Holidays

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Job summary

Citrus County Government seeks an Accounting Clerk I for our Lecanto, FL office. This part-time, in-person role focuses on basic accounting tasks, invoicing, and financial recordkeeping for general and grant funds.

You will process invoices, requisitions, and daily deposits while supporting customer service and department operations. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least two years of administrative and accounting experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of administrative support/clerical experience.
• Two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains financial records including invoices, accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepares and processes invoices for entry into the online invoice system.
• Processes requisition requests, purchasing card reports, journal vouchers and volunteer travel vouchers.
• Performs daily banking tasks including deposits.
• Reviews volunteer travel vouchers for grant distribution.
• Assists with customer service account functions when needed.
• Responds to inquiries from vendors and staff and assists in resolution.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Advanced Excel

Customer service

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Online invoice system

Purchasing card system

Journal voucher system

Job description

General Description

The Accounting Clerk I performs accounting tasks for general and various grant funds. Provides administrative support within the parameters of assigned department.

Benefits

Detailed information regarding the County’s benefits package and retirement offerings may be found here:

Benefits

About Citrus County

To learn more about Citrus County: Citrus County Government and Official Guide to Crystal River and Citrus County, Florida

Essential Functions

• Part-time, In-person position based in Lecanto, FL, scheduled hours Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM.
• Maintains financial records which may include invoices, requisitions, accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepares and process invoices for entry into the online invoice system.
• Processes requisition requests, purchasing card reports, journal vouchers and volunteer travel vouchers.
• Performs daily banking tasks including, but not limited to, preparing, submitting, and tracking daily deposits.
• Reviews volunteer travel vouchers for accuracy, completeness and grant account distribution.
• Assists with customer service account functions for assigned area of responsibility when needed.
• Responds timely to requests, inquiries, and problems, often via telephone, from vendors and co-workers and provide assistance in their resolution.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience performing administrative support/clerical duties.
• Two (2) years of experience performing accounting or bookkeeping.

Certificates, Licenses, Prerequisites

• Valid Florida Driver License (or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida), or valid Florida Identification Card is acceptable only for positions not required to drive a county vehicle.
• Successful completion of Level II Background screening is required. This screening is through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Skills And Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) with advanced Excel skills, including formulas, functions, data sorting, filtering, and maintaining detailed spreadsheets.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to respond professionally to inquiries in person, by phone, and in writing.
• Ability to accurately enter, review, reconcile, and track financial data using various software systems and online platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with County staff, elected officials, community groups, vendors, volunteers, and the public.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires sitting most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent balancing, and occasional twisting and reaching above shoulders.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve typing and fine manual manipulation.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Supplemental Information

Must successfully pass a criminal background check.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Medical Insurance - (Carrier: Florida Blue): Employee Premium is $50.00 monthly. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums (please review detailed premiums using the link below).

• Wellness Incentive: New Hires will have the option of submitting to a nicotine test during the pre-employment physical. Those that are nicotine free will receive a $50 wellness incentive monthly applied towards their health premium costs. New hires that are not nicotine free are eligible to receive the wellness incentive once a tobacco cessation course has been completed and the Employee Health & Wellness Center is provided with a copy of their completion certificate.

Employee Health & Wellness Center: Employee Premium is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance. Dependent coverage is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance.

Dental Insurance: Employee Premium is $0.00. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums (please review detailed premiums using the link below).

Vision Insurance: Employee and Dependent coverage is available with low monthly premiums.

Florida Retirement System: Employee contributes 3% of gross salary per pay-period. Option to choose from Pension Plan or Investment Plan. Detailed employer contributions can be found in the link below. Visit myFRS.com for more details.

Other Benefits

• Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Assistance Program
• ComPsych Programs
• Voluntary AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Holidays - no waiting period
• Vacation Leave - accrues each pay period
• Sick Leave - accrues each pay period

Please note that the benefits may not apply to all constitutional offices; please refer to policies for specific information. The County's Personnel Policies, applicable Union Contracts and/or Certificate of Coverage provides detailed descriptions of all available employee benefit programs and stipulations.