Public Sector Accountant I: Levy & Tax Specialist

Fulton County; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Sheriff's Office is seeking an Accountant I to support the Property Tax Unit. You will perform official accounting duties, reconcile funds, and prepare documents related to judicial foreclosure liens and delinquent tax liens within Fulton County.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting (or related field) and government accounting experience, with strong Excel skills and attention to detail. On-site work in Atlanta, GA is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field plus two years in government accounting, AP, procurement, or similar financial duties.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word).

Responsibilities

• Review liens for facial validity and ensure statutory pre-sale notices are issued to interested parties.
• Prepare and mail all pre-sale communications and notices to lienholders.
• Review title reports and identify issues affecting levy and execution.
• Submit required advertisements to the county legal organ within timelines.
• Manage the public Sale: minimum bids, bid recording, and financial transactions oversight.
• Record and post payments, reconcile funds, and prepare post-sale documents.
• Maintain lien files with complete records and ensure compliance with Georgia retention schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Communication

Government accounting basics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Fulton County Sheriff's Office is seeking an Accountant I to support the Property Tax Unit. You will perform official accounting duties, reconcile funds, and prepare documents related to judicial foreclosure liens and delinquent tax liens within Fulton County.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting (or related field) and government accounting experience, with strong Excel skills and attention to detail. On-site work in Atlanta, GA is expected.