Public Tax & Property Bookkeeper

Clear Creek County, Colorado; Georgetown (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Creek County seeks an experienced bookkeeper to support clerical and financial tasks in a client-facing role. You will read and apply Colorado statutes, process tax-related documents, and assist with public inquiries in person and by phone.

The position requires attention to detail, five years of bookkeeping experience, and proficiency with MS Office and tax software. Office work is onsite with potential special projects in a county office setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years verifiable bookkeeping experience is required.
• Ability to handle routine office tasks and solve unusual tasks with limited assistance.
• Finance industry experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process Tax Lien Redemptions, receipts, and related documents.
• Prepare and process Treasurer's Deeds per Colorado Statute under supervision.
• Provide backup support to the Treasurer (counter, mail, phones, posting payments).
• Communicate with realtors, mortgage companies, and homeowners to resolve tax issues.
• Maintain filing/records (HIPAA-adherent where applicable).
• Take on special projects of a confidential nature as needed.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Cash handling

Reading statutes

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

10-key calculator

Property tax software

Job description

Clear Creek County seeks an experienced bookkeeper to support clerical and financial tasks in a client-facing role. You will read and apply Colorado statutes, process tax-related documents, and assist with public inquiries in person and by phone.

The position requires attention to detail, five years of bookkeeping experience, and proficiency with MS Office and tax software. Office work is onsite with potential special projects in a county office setting.