Bookkeeper II

City of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote workday (1 per week)

Health insurance

Pension and retirement benefits

Job summary

The City of New York seeks a Bookkeeper (40526) to support the Fiscal Control Section with vendor payments, revenue monitoring, and special projects. The role offers 9am to 5pm hours and potential one remote workday per week once duties are familiar.

NYC residency is generally required with possible exceptions for city employees, and a comprehensive benefits package is provided. Minimum qualifications include a mix of college credits in accounting or a HS diploma with bookkeeping experience.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have at least 30 semester credits including 6 in accounting, or a four‑year HS diploma with two years bookkeeping experience, or an eligible combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience as Bookkeeper may be required for placement, plus residency considerations for NYC.
• Familiarity with accounting processes and ability to verify figures is important.

Responsibilities

• Vendor invoicing and payments processing and tracking.
• Monitor and assist revenue collection and ensure proper recording.
• Support ad hoc projects and special tasks as requested.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Remote work awareness

FMS

PASSPort

Microsoft Excel

Word

QuickBooks

Education

30 sem credits incl. 6 accounting

HS diploma + 2 yrs bookkeeping

Edu/experience combination with substitutions

Tools

FMS

PASSPort

Microsoft Excel

Word

QuickBooks

Job description

This position is open to current city employees who are permanent in the civil service title of Bookkeeper title

Please indicate on your resume if you are on civil service exam #3117

Job Description

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.

The Fiscal Control Section oversees the processing of payments and revenue receipts, manages banking operations for the Department and reviews special expenses for various commands.

Duties

• Vendor invoicing and Payments- Analyzing invoices and supporting documentation to process payments to vendors, tracking payments, and following up on outstanding issues.
• Revenue Collection - Assisting in monitoring and managing revenue collection processes to ensure proper recording and accountability.
• Special Projects - Assisting the team on any ad hoc projects.

Hours/ Shift

9am-5pm

Additional Information

Selected candidate is eligible for one remote workday per week once familiar with all work assignments.

In compliance with federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

BOOKKEEPER - 40526

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), including 6 credits in accounting; or
• A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and two years of satisfactory full‑time bookkeeping experience; or
• A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. College education may be substituted for experience in "2" above on the basis that 15 semester credits from an accredited college may be substituted for each year of required experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and either 6 semester credits in accounting from an accredited college or 6 months of experience as described in "2" above.

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, at least one year of experience as a Bookkeeper (40526) or at least four years of satisfactory full-time bookkeeping experience.

Preferred Skills

• Candidate must have the ability to review, compare, and interpret figures and data. - Problem solving and communication skills are needed. - Proficiency in FMS, PASSPort, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Quick Books is preferred.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

, $50,394.00 – $66,865.00