Accounting Clerk II

cachecounty; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

401k

Utah Retirement System

14 paid holidays

18 days of Personal Leave in the first

Job summary

Cache County is seeking an Accounting Clerk II to support financial reporting, tax distribution, and daily county operations in Logan, Utah. The role is full-time with benefits starting on day one, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities include financial reconciliations, tax processing, cashiering, and public assistance on tax matters. Strong computer skills and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus two years of training in bookkeeping, accounting, mathematics, finance or related field.
• Four years of progressively responsible work experience performing above or related duties.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience allowed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly balance sheets and reconciliations for bank, credit card, and petty cash accounts.
• Assist in balancing, posting, and distribution of personal property taxes; track investment interest and year-end state reports.
• Receive payments over the counter, by mail, and from county departments; post tax revenues and balance cash drawers.
• Answer inquiries about tax obligations, delinquencies, parcel information, and tax sales; assist banks and title companies.

Skills

Excel

Word

Database software

10-key by touch

Education

High school diploma or GED

Course background in bookkeeping/accounting/finance

Job description

The Cache County Treasurer's Office is accepting applications for an Accounting Clerk II. This role is essential to ensuring accurate financial reporting, the distribution of tax revenue, and seamless daily operations.

This is a full-time benefited position, generally working Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All benefits start on the first day!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401k
• Utah Retirement System
• 14 paid holidays
• 18 days of Personal Leave in the first year.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accounting & Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly balance sheets and perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations for bank, credit card, and petty cash accounts.
• Tax Processing & Distribution: Assists in balancing, posting, and distribution of personal property taxes. Track investment interest and compile year-end state reports.
• Cashiering and Revenue Collection: Receive cash and check payments over the counter, by mail, and from county departments. Post tax revenues, balance cash drawers, scan bank deposits, update ledgers, and follow up on returned checks.
• Public and Professional Service: inquires via phone and in person regarding tax obligations, delinquencies, parcel information, and tax sales. Assist banks, title companies, and mortgage service providers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Graduation from a high school or GED; plus two (2) years of specialized training or course background in bookkeeping, accounting, mathematics, finance or some other related field; AND Four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience performing above or related duties; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

Strong computer skills and experience with Excel, Word, and database software; able to operate 10-key by touch.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Cache County Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with known disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or special accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Team at [e-mail].

Veteran's Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102): An applicant claiming veteran's preference must do so by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veteran's preference requested. Additionally, a copy of the applicant's DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed, a copy of the applicant's letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.