Part-time Office Assistant

Gwinnett County Government; Georgia; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Gwinnett County Government is seeking an Office Assistant for a part-time role providing fiscal support, including processing financial documents and auditing activities. The position serves as a liaison between divisions and external entities, ensuring accurate records and timely reporting.

Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, filing financial records, data entry, and preparing various financial reports, with a maximum of 1,508 hours per year and no paid holidays or benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or Management
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Responding to inquiries from employees, vendors, and/or other interested parties regarding payment, purchase status, and/or other related information
• Filing and maintaining financial records, logs, and forms
• Performing audits of financial activities, and procedures
• Recording, analyzing, verifying, reconciling, and reporting financial transactions
• Data entry of information contained on financial documents
• Preparing a variety of reports related to financial activities
• Gathering data information in support of budgetary preparation activities
• Performing a variety of clerical duties which may include typing, answering phones, filing, copying, faxing, opening and distribution of mail and other related activities

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or Management

Job description

Class Summary

This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,508 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits.

Job Description

The Office Assistant is responsible for performing fiscal support activities related to processing higher-level fiscal documents requiring knowledge and experience in the area of assignment. This position will also serve as a liaison between assigned section or division and other employees, external agencies, the general public, and/or other interested parties.

Essential Duties

• Responding to inquiries from employees, vendors, and/or other interested parties regarding payment, purchase status, and/or other related information
• Filing and maintaining financial records, logs, and forms
• Performing audits of financial activities, and procedures
• Recording, analyzing, verifying, reconciling, and reporting financial transactions
• Data entry of information contained on financial documents
• Preparing a variety of reports related to financial activities
• Gathering data information in support of budgetary preparation activities
• Performing a variety of clerical duties which may include typing, answering phones, filing, copying, faxing, opening and distribution of mail and other related activities

Hourly rate

The grade for this position is 97.

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or Management
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.

Additional Information

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional Benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision

Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission

Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values

Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.

Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or [e-mail]. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use [e-mail].